The College

Janet Peters holds dual roles at Brown University that are integral to supporting student success and fostering an inclusive academic environment. She strives to eliminate educational inequities and to enhance the scholarly and professional goals of all learners at Brown. As the Associate Director of the Peer-led Academic Tutoring Program at the Sheridan Center for Teaching and Learning, Janet oversees the development and management of the peer-led group tutoring program, a high-impact practice aimed to enhance the academic experience of undergraduates. Her responsibilities include managing staff, liaising between The College and Sheridan Center, and collaborating with deans, instructors, staff, and students about equity-minded practices.

Additionally, as Assistant Dean of Curricular Support for the College, Janet advocates for and advises students to help them develop pathways to achieve their academic and personal goals. Janet's commitment extends beyond academic support to cultivating lifelong skills that contribute to students' personal, educational, and professional growth both during their time at Brown and in their future endeavors.

Janet Peters holds a Master of Arts degree in Higher Education Administration from Louisiana State University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Rhode Island College. She is a proud recipient of the 2013 Wilson-DeBlois Award and has been an integral member of the Brown community since 2006.