• I would like my dissertation to be temporarily removed from the Library's digital repository.
  Contact: bdr@brown.edu.
• I have just defended my dissertation and have a position. I need a letter certifying that I completed my Ph.D.
  Contact: Registrar@brown.edu
• I am an alum looking for career support.
  Contact: Center for Career Exploration or Zhichun Lin

• I want to register to participate in Commencement.
  Contact: Susan Ely (doctoral); Kat Schott (master’s)
• I want to learn more about the process of defending and submitting my dissertation.
  Contact: Barbara Bennett see the Dissertation Guidelines webpage

• I need a letter validating completion/degree.
  Contact: Registrar@brown.edu or Barbara Bennett
• I would like to review my degree requirements.
  Contact: Alycia Mosley Austin

• I am looking for information on the Dissertation Extension Proposal application and process for advanced doctoral students in the humanities and social sciences.
  See Dissertation Extension Proposal Processes
• I have questions about the Appointment Extension application and process.
  See Appointment Extensions for Doctoral Students
• I would like to learn more about applying for external funding
  Contact: William Wittels

• I have a question about graduate admission.
  Contact: Graduate_Admissions@brown.edu or Graduate_Diversity@brown.edu
• I have a question about recruitment of historically underrepresented students. 
  Contact: graduate_diversity@brown.edu
• I want to know more about diversity and inclusion at Brown University.
  See Graduate School Diversity and Inclusion

• I am in need of assistance with a fellowship application.
  Contact: William Wittels
• I want to check on the deadlines for the application of a fellowship (Fulbright, Liebmann, etc.).
  See External Funding
• I want to search for fellowship opportunities.
  Contact: Andrew Creamer (Library)
• I want to understand the impact of an external fellowship on my funding or appointments.
  Contact: Ethan Bernstein

• I have questions about financial aid.
  Contact: Chris Gilbody or gs_financial_aid@brown.edu (Financial Aid Office)
• I have questions about my stipend and/or an outstanding balance.
  Contact: Michelle Rose or Ethan Bernstein
• I have a question about the external funding incentive policy.
  Contact: Ethan Bernstein or Michelle Rose
• I have a question about how my stipend will be paid.
  Contact: Student Employment Office: payroll@brown.edu
• I need some emergency financial assistance 
  See Graduate Emergency Funding
• I have a question about tuition.
  Contact: Ethan Bernstein
• I need a letter concerning taxes, funding or a mortgage.
  Contact: Graduate_School@Brown.edu
• I need an official certification of enrollment (e.g. for loan deferment, health insurance coverage, government documents, etc.)
  See Enrollment/Degree Verifications

• I seek additional information about health, dental, or vision insurance coverage.
  Contact: studenthealthinsuranceplan@brown.edu; also see Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP)
• I need assistance with a fee waiver.
  Contact: graduate_school@brown.edu

• I have questions about visas, leaves or working in the United States.
  Contact: OISSS
• I would like some information about community, acculturation and/or language assistance.
  Contact: Sheridan Center, English Language Support, or Global Brown Center
• I want assistance with writing.
  Contact: Writing Center

• I have questions about medical leaves (see Graduate Studies Handbook) or personal leaves.
  Contact: Maria Suarez
• I have questions about professional development leave or personal leave.
  Contact: Vanessa Ryan or Graduate_Dean@brown.edu
• I have questions about family leave (not parental relief).
  Contact: Maria Suarez
• I want to talk to someone about the parental relief policy.
  Contact: Maria Suarez

• Where do I find application materials?
  See Open Graduate Education.
• I would like to discuss my ideas regarding Open Graduate Education.
  Contact: Byrd McDaniel

• A personal situation (health, family issues, stress, etc.) is interfering with my academic progress.
  Contact: Maria E. Suarez, Counseling and Psychological Services or Health Services
• I am the victim of harassment or assault.
  Contact: Department of Public Safety, , BWell Share Advocates, Gender Discrimination and Gender Equity Office (Title IX), Sarah Doyle Center for Women and Gender, Maria Suarez, Counseling and Psychological Services. Also, read about resources on the Gender Discrimination and Gender Equity Office (Title IX) website.
• I am the victim of a crime.
  Contact: Department of Public Safety (DPS)
• I need urgent University administrator assistance at night or on weekends.
  Contact: Administrator on Call
• I have a complaint about another student.
  See: Forms to report Discrimination, Harassment or Sexual Violence or Student Conduct and Community Standards
• I have a Title IX issue or question.
  Contact: Maria Suarez or Gender Discrimination and Gender Equity Office (Title IX)
• I am having difficulties with academic affairs.
  Contact: Alycia Mosley Austin, Vanessa Ryan

See the PhD360 webpages.

• I seek assistance with career exploration, resumes, cover letters, and job applications.
  Contact: Zhichun Lin in the Center for Career Exploration
• I want to learn more about distinctive opportunities offered by the Graduate School (Open Graduate Education, proctorships, Deans’ Faculty Fellows, Brown-Wheaton Faculty Fellows)
  Contact: Byrd McDaniel and see information about information sessions on individual program pages
• I want to explore professional development opportunities offered by a center, institute, or interdisciplinary hub.
  Contact: Byrd McDaniel, Sheridan Center, Swearer Center, the Center for Career Exploration or the specific center or institute.
• I’m not sure what professional development opportunities would be best for me. I want to have an exploratory conversation.
• Contact: Byrd McDaniel
• I am interested in a career in higher education administration and want to apply to the BEST Program.
  Contact: Byrd McDaniel

• I have questions about the support Brown provides for medical, mental health or learning problems.
  Contact: Maria Suarez, Counseling and Psychological Services, or Student Accessibility Services
• I would like to apply for a master's or doctoral degree at Brown University.
  See the Graduate School’s Application Information
• I have a question about doctoral or MFA admissions.
  Contact: Graduate_admissions@brown.edu

• I need general support, help in identifying resources or a referral.
  Contact: Maria Suarez
• I have questions about religious, philosophical, ethical, or spiritual practices or issues.
  Contact: Office of the Chaplains and Religious Life
• I would like to participate in social and community events.
  Start with: Graduate Student Council and the Student Activity Office student group directory
• I seek more information about child-care, subsidies, and family support.
  See: Family Resources
• I am interested in learning about athletics and recreation facilities on campus.
  See: Athletics & Recreation
• I have questions about the Parental Relief Policy.
  Contact: Maria Suarez
• I have a question about accessibility or disability accommodations.
  Contact: Maria Suarez or SAS Office
• I want legal help with a lease, housing issue or with another matter.
  Contact: Division of Campus Life, Legal Resources

• I want to find out about travel funding opportunities.
  See the Graduate School Travel Funds webpage
• I have questions about the reimbursement process for Graduate School travel funding
  Contact: Your program administrator