Convocation

2024

At Brown’s 261st Opening Convocation, keynote speaker Dr. Ashish K. Jha urged students to work across differences to advance the health and well-being of humankind.

On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, President Christina H. Paxson officially proclaimed the opening of Brown's 261st academic year and welcomed students to campus. Dean of the Brown University School of Public Health Dr. Ashish K. Jha delivered the keynote address, “Curiosity, Courage and Conviction: Your Brown Journey to a Healthier World.”

Watch the full 2024 Convocation program

Watch the full, livestreamed program from Brown’s 2024 Opening Convocation.