University Human Resources

University Regulations and Employment Laws

This page summarizes briefly the various University Policies, federal and state laws that apply to the student workers at Brown University, including key federal and state laws with which you should be familiar. This outline is not exhaustive and laws and regulations may be amended.

EEO Statement

As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.

Additional information on Brown University's EEO policy.

University Regulations

Federal and State Employment Laws

Additional Laws

  • Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (“IRCA”): Federal law which requires employers to verify that employees are eligible to work in the United States. The IRCA also prohibits employers from discriminating against applicants on the basis of national origin or citizenship.
  • Rhode Island Workers Compensation Law: Brown student workers are covered by statutory Rhode Island Workers’ Compensation (WC) insurance which is a no fault insurance designed to provide assistance to employees injured at work for medical expenses and/or lost wages. Covered employees who are injured at work or who become ill from working may be eligible to collect workers’ compensation benefits. This program is coordinated through the Brown University Insurance Office. Every injury and situation is unique; therefore, the Insurance Office handles each case on an individual basis.