Brown Center for Students of Color

Visit the BCSC

The BCSC is a welcoming space for all Brown students—visit us at Partridge Hall to study, connect, recharge, or get involved.

The Brown Center for Students of Color (BCSC) is located at 68 Brown Street, in Partridge Hall, just across from the Faunce Arch and the Main Green. Our space is open to all students who seek community, connection, and a deeper understanding of identity, culture, and justice.

Whether you're dropping in for the first time or stopping by between classes, we invite you to make the BCSC your space to reflect, recharge, and engage.

What You’ll Find at the BCSC:
Lounge and study spaces Community kitchen Cultural resource library	Meeting areas for student leadership and small gatherings Staff offices and advising support A welcoming space to be your whole self

Location

The Brown Center for Students of Color is located in Partridge Hall on the corner of Brown and Waterman (directly across from the Faunce Arch and Main Green).

Partridge Hall
68 Brown Street
Providence, RI 02912

Building Hours & Access

We want every member of our community to feel welcome and safe in the BCSC at all times. The Center is open and accessible to the Brown community throughout the day, and we’ve also put thoughtful precautions in place to protect the safety, comfort, and integrity of the space, especially during evening and weekend hours. These measures help ensure the BCSC remains a supportive environment for connection, reflection, and the important work of community, identity, and justice.

General Building Access

The BCSC building, Partridge Hall, is open to the Brown community from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Front Door Access: The front door will remain open and accessible from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays; however, it will be locked after 5 p.m. After this time, entry to the building will only be possible through the side door using swipe access.
Swipe Access Requirement: The side door of Partridge Hall will require everyone to swipe their Brown ID card to enter the building between 8 a.m. and 11 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Weekend Access: BCSC student leaders and professional staff will continue to have swipe card access to the Center on weekends, from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., using their Brown ID cards.

Using the BCSC Space

Brown students, faculty, and staff may reserve the formal lounge via 25Live. Other BCSC spaces are not currently available for reservation by student groups.

Weekend Reservations (Lounge Only):

Special training is required to use the space after hours.
Campus Public Safety will unlock and lock the building.
Doors must not be propped open or used to allow uninvited visitors.

For questions about space usage or training requirements, contact us at bcsc@brown.edu.