In recent developments, Brown University Corporation has voted against a series of proposals calling for the divestment from companies invested in Israel. This decision comes amidst rising pressure from student activism and civil rights organizations advocating for the divestment. Despite these calls, the university's endowment has shown remarkable growth, achieving an 11.3% return this fiscal year, surpassing $7 billion. This significant increase in financial resources highlights the university's stability even as it grapples with contentious internal debates surrounding social and political issues.