• 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 (PhD & MFA) Komal Shah (master's)

• 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/thesis.
  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: Sarah Delaney (PhD & MFA); Joel Revill (master’s)

• I am looking for information on the Dissertation Extension Proposal application and process for advanced doctoral students in the Humanities and Social Sciences
  See Sixth Year-Funding and Dissertation Extension Proposal Processes
• I have questions about the Appointment Extension application and process.
  See Appointment Extensions for Doctoral Students
• I have questions about the process of securing advanced doctoral funding in the Humanities or Social Sciences.
  Contact: Ethan Bernstein
• 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 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. (See student payroll.)
  Contact: Gail Lee
• 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 (PhD/MFA) or Melissa Cote (master’s)

• I have questions about visas, leaves or working in the United States.
  Contact: OISSS
• I would like some information about 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 School Handbook) or personal leaves.
  Contact: Maria Suarez (PhD/MFA) or Joel Revill (master’s)
• I have questions about professional development leave.
  Contact: Graduate_Dean@brown.edu (PhD & MFA); mastersstudentaffairs@brown.edu (master’s)
• 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 Suarez (PhD/MFA), Janae Perkins (master’s), Counseling and Psychological Services or Health Services
• I am the victim of harassment or assault.
  Contact: Department of Public Safety, Gender Discrimination and Gender Equity Office (Title IX), Sarah Doyle Center for Women and Gender, Maria Suarez or Counseling and Psychological Services. Also, read about resources on the Gender Discrimination and Gender Equity Office (Title IX) website. 
• Please read about the resources on the 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: Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity Bias Incident Reporting Form
• 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 my program.
  Contact: Sarah Delaney (doctoral); Joel Revill (master’s)

See the Distinctive Opportunities webpage.

• I seek assistance with career exploration, resumes, cover letters, and job applications.
  Contact: Zhichun Lin in the Center for Career Exploration (PhD & MFA) or Komal Shah or Morgan Orlandi (master’s)
• I want to explore professional development options.
  Contact: Byrd McDaniel, or Sheridan Center, or Center for Career Exploration
• I am interested in a career in higher education administration and want to apply to the BEST Program.
  Contact: Byrd McDaniel

• I have an idea for an integrative studies master's program.
  Contact: Joel Revill (master’s)
• 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 graduate admissions.
  Contact: Graduate_admissions@brown.edu

• I need general support, help in identifying resources or a referral.
  Contact: Maria Suarez (PhD/MFA) or Janae Perkins (master’s)
• 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 or Morgan Orlandi (master’s students)
• 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: Attorney Peter J. Cerilli, Legal Services Open Office Hours

• 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