**Brown University on Lockdown Following Reported Threat; Students Urged to Shelter in Place**
**PROVIDENCE, RI** – Brown University initiated a campus-wide lockdown today after reports of a potential threat prompted immediate action from campus security and local law enforcement. Students, faculty, and staff received urgent alerts instructing them to shelter in place, creating a tense atmosphere across the historic Providence campus.
The lockdown commenced around 10:30 AM EST after the university’s Department of Public Safety (DPS) issued an emergency notification via email and text message. Details regarding the nature of the threat remain limited as authorities conduct ongoing investigations. Providence Police Department officers were reportedly on scene, assisting DPS in securing the perimeter and sweeping campus buildings. Access to the university has been restricted, with all non-essential personnel advised to avoid the area.
For many students, the sudden alerts brought a wave of anxiety and uncertainty. “I was in the middle of a lecture when my phone buzzed with the emergency notification,” recounted Sarah Chen, a sophomore studying computer science. “Everyone immediately started looking at each other, trying to understand what was happening. We barricaded the door and just waited.” Another student, David Miller, a senior, praised the quick communication, stating, “It was scary, but the university kept us updated every step of the way, which helped a lot.” Students sheltered in dorm rooms, libraries, and classrooms, following instructions to lock doors, turn off lights, and stay away from windows.
University officials have emphasized that the safety and well-being of the campus community are their top priorities. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available and the situation evolves. The lockdown remains in effect as of 2:00 PM EST.
