Rice’s Fondren Library establishes Indian American Community Archives
Rice took a significant step toward expanding its documentation of Houston’s diverse communities June 1, hosting a ceremony to formally establish an Indian American Community Archives initiative within the Houston Asian American Archive.
Johannesdottir advances to NCAA Championships
The Rice women's track and field team closed out their stay at the NCAA West Prelims Saturday in Fayetteville, Ark., with Julia Johannesdottir advancing to the championship meet.
Greaves, Hampton advance to NCAA Championships
The Rice men's track and field team had a great opening day of competition at the NCAA West Prelims in Fayetteville, Arkansas, with Jack Greaves and Ty Hampton advancing to the championship meet.
Van der Westhuizen advances to NCAA Championships
The Rice women's track and field team had a tremendous first day at the NCAA West Prelims on Friday in Fayetteville, Arkansas, with one Owl headed to the national championship in Eugene, Oregon, while two more advanced to Saturday's quarterfinals.
Men’s track and field has 6 athletes qualify for NCAA West Prelims
The Rice men's track and field team will send six Owls to the NCAA West Prelims this week in Fayetteville, Ark. The four-day meet will begin on Wednesday, May 27.
Women’s track and field qualifies 12 Owls to NCAA West Prelims
The No. 28 Rice women's track and field team will be well-represented at the NCAA West Prelims, with 12 Owls qualifying for the meet in Fayetteville, Ark. The four-day meet will begin on May 27.
Rice, HPE partner to spark STEM curiosity through World Cup-themed learning
As Houston prepares to welcome the world for the FIFA World Cup this summer, Rice’s Center for STEM Engagement is leveraging the global spotlight to connect local students with hands-on science and technology — reinforcing Rice’s role as an Official Houston World Cup 2026 Host City Supporter.
Rice to host FIFA World Cup watch parties across campus
As FIFA World Cup 2026 excitement builds in Houston, Rice University is extending its role as an official host city supporter by bringing the global tournament directly to campus through a series of watch parties for students, faculty, staff and friends of the university.
Owls rally to shock Wichita State
Rice rallied for two runs in the bottom of the ninth to stun Wichita State and take a 5-4 win in the Owls' opening game of the 2026 American Conference Baseball Championship on Thursday.
Orange Fanwalk to begin at Rice ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 match in Houston
Rice will serve as the official starting point for the iconic Orange Fanwalk June 20 ahead of a FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match between the Netherlands and Sweden.
Anderson walks off Tulane on senior day to complete sweep
Aric Anderson made his final home game at Rice one to remember, driving in the winning run in the bottom of the 11th to give the Owls a 6-5 win over Tulane Saturday afternoon and complete a sweep of the Green Wave.
The Rice women’s track and field team won the American Conference Championship last weekend, claiming a team title as head coach Jim Bevan nears the end of his 40th year in coaching.
Owls hold off Green Wave to take series
Rice held off a late surge by Tulane to take the series with a 10-6 win on Friday night at Reckling Park.
Blackett named third-ever women’s track and field, cross country head coach
Rice Vice President and Director of Athletics Tommy McClelland announced on Tuesday that Andrea Blackett '97 has been named the third-ever head coach for the women's track and field/cross country program. Blackett will take over the program effective on July 1, following the retirement of longtime head coach Jim Bevan.
Doerr Institute celebrates year of growth, impact at Leadership Celebration
Rice’s Doerr Institute for New Leaders marked a year of student growth and leadership development at its annual Leadership Celebration last month, bringing together students, coaches and community members to reflect on a year defined by transformation and impact.
