Diversity Council

The Diversity Council helps celebrate diversity at Brown! It is made up of our Diversity Council Head and our Diversity Facilitators (DFs). DFs are campus-wide liaisons between the Office of Multicultural Affairs and the entire undergraduate population responsible for promoting campus-wide respect and unity. Diversity facilitating is a year-Long commitment. Two to three DFs are assigned to each college. Their job is to monitor all Brown affairs related to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. They give trainings to the O-Week advisors during Advisor Training on how to handle diversity-related issues. They also create and present a diversity and allyship session for the new students during O-Week. Year-long, the Diversity Facilitators serve as a resource for all members of their designated college. If any individual of that college experiences an issue related to any aspect of their identity, the Diversity Facilitators are who they should reach out to in order to have that issue resolved/addressed. The DF’s also host weekly Dialogues on Diversity in Miner Lounge in the RMC every Friday at 12, and everyone is welcome to attend!

Katherine Painter - Diversity Council Head

Hi everyone, my name is Katherine Painter, and I am so excited to be a Co-Head for Brown's Diversity Council this year! I am passionate about fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our community. In this role, I will collaborate with our liaisons to amplify the voices of affinity groups, host fun events, and ensure that everyone feels represented and valued. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any ideas or want to get involved! BSWB <3

Class of 2027 | klp10@rice.edu | (346) 324-3976

Tobenna Esomeju - Diversity Council Head

Picture and bio coming soon!

Class of 2027 | toe1@rice.edu |

Andrés Alemán - Diversity Head

Hey guys, I’m Andrés! I'm a senior majoring in English Creative Writing and minoring in Latinx studies. I’m a second-year diversity facilitator, and I am looking forward to working with everyone and helping make Brown the best (and most inclusive) college! BSWB!!

Class of 2025 | maa27@rice.edu | (956) 793-8141

Princess Barge - Diversity Head

Hi everyone! My name is Princess Joyce, and I am one of the 2024-25 Brown College Diversity Facilitators. I am a rising sophomore on the pre-med track, majoring in Health Sciences and pursuing a Spanish certificate. I’m passionate about DEI, especially in Healthcare, and look forward to being a useful resource to all. My email (pjb7@rice.edu), Instagram dm’s (@pj.90210), and messages (678-531-4425) are always open, so feel free to reach out! ;)

Class of 2027 | pjb7@rice.edu | (678) 531-4425

Denise Lundu - Diversity Head

Hiii! My name is Denise Lundu (she/her), and I'm a rising sophomore at Brown as well as ‘24-25 DF for McMurtry. I'm majoring in Neuroscience, and looking forward to getting to know you all. I love nature, music, and food - so talk to me about that. More importantly, I’m passionate in anything DEI, so feel free to email me (dgl3@rice.edu).

Class of 2027 | dgl3@rice.edu | (786) 823-4151

Paola Alarcon - Diversity Head

She/her Biochemistry and SWGS double major. As a Diversity Facilitator, my role is to promote unity and respect for diversity. I am open to having discussions on DEI whenever they are sought or needed. I want students to know that their concerns will be listened to, and I hope that they can come to me for support. It is important to me that we form a truly inclusive community.

Class of 2025 | pna2@rice.edu | (504) 518-2328

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