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Senior Spotlight: Charlotte Cohen ’25

As Rice University prepares to celebrate the Class of 2025 at commencement May 9-10, Rice News is spotlighting a series of standout seniors.

Sara Denison and Khoi Nguyen honored with Sallyport Award for service and leadership

Rice University students Sara Denison and Khoi Nguyen have been named this year’s recipients of the Sallyport Award, presented annually at commencement ceremonies by the Association of Rice Alumni to students who embody the “spirit of Rice” and exemplify a deep commitment to the university through service, leadership and dedication to the Rice community.

Senior Spotlight: Arthus Morrison de la Bassetiere ’25

Arthus Morisson de la Bassetiere, a senior mechanical engineering major and men’s tennis player from Reims, France, has his sights set far beyond the court — he wants to be one of the first French people to walk on the moon.

Fulbright Scholar Program brings brightest students from around the globe to Rice

The transformative impact of the Fulbright Scholar Program is on full display at Rice, where approximately 100 Fulbright students from around 30 countries are currently pursuing graduate studies.

Women's tennis earns at-large bid to NCAA Tournament

The Rice Owls women's tennis earned an at-large bid in the NCAA field of 64, earning the third seed in the College Station Regional.

Men's tennis heads to College Station Regional

The Rice Owls men's tennis earned a spot in the NCAA field of 64 for the second-straight year, earning the fourth seed in the College Station Regional.

Rice hosts author Suzanne Nossel for conversation on free speech and inclusion

Rice’s Office of Access and Institutional Excellence welcomed author and free speech advocate Suzanne Nossel to campus April 28 for a conversation on “Protecting Speech and Advancing Equality.”

Rice Digital Learning and Strategy to advance personalized education on global scale

Rice has announced the launch of Rice Digital Learning and Strategy, a reimagined office aimed at expanding the university’s impact through innovative digital learning initiatives.

Rice celebrates outstanding faculty and students at annual University Awards Ceremony

Rice honored exceptional faculty, staff and students for their dedication to teaching, mentoring and service at the annual University Awards Ceremony and Reception April 24, hosted by the Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE).

Blending tradition and innovation: Rice Architecture students learn from world-renowned Chinese architects

Rice Architecture students embarked on a "life-altering" trip to China as part of a course project where they learned from world-renowned architects and explored the differences between urban and rural life and infrastructure across the globe.

‘Visionary leader’ Rodi Guidero joins external board of Rice's Doerr Institute for New Leaders

Rice’s Doerr Institute for New Leaders has appointed Rodi Guidero, executive director of Breakthrough Energy, to its external board.

Rice takes home AAC men's tennis championship

The Owls men's tennis team won its first American Athletic Conference Championship after defeating the Memphis Tigers at the Leftwich Tennis Center April 20.

OWL Lab helping young learners across Houston find their voice

In a classroom filled with the sounds of singing, storytelling and lively conversation, young children at Rice University’s Oral and Written Language (OWL) Lab are doing more than just learning — they are discovering the power of their own voices.

‘Essence of the Rice experience’: HACER honors Housing and Dining staff with appreciation event

Rice’s Housing and Dining staff were celebrated at an appreciation event hosted by the Hispanic Association for Cultural Enrichment at Rice (HACER), recognizing their hard work and dedication that help make the campus feel like home.

‘Real-world exposure’: Rice students gain valuable industry insight through Owl Edge Externship Program

Rice's Owl Edge Externship Program offers students a unique opportunity to explore various career paths through hands-on, short-term learning experiences.