‘Nice to show gratitude’: Rice scholarship recipients celebrate donor support at Owl Stars event
Rice endowed scholarship recipients gathered Sept. 24 at Huff House for Owl Stars, a celebration recognizing the students and donors whose generosity helped make their Rice experiences possible.
Anne Chao reflects on books, history and stories that shape a community
Anne Chao, co-founder and program manager of the Houston Asian American Archive and an adjunct lecturer in Rice's School of Humanities and Arts, shared those reflections Sept. 18 as part of the Friends of Fondren Library’s “The Books That Shaped My World” series.
Rice football team heads west for Fresno State matchup
Following a hard-fought home loss to Western Michigan, the Rice football team hits the road for a Sept. 26 matchup with Fresno State that renews a rivalry from the Owls’ days in the Western Athletic Conference.
Rice football team returns home to host Western Michigan
Rice’s football team returns to Rice Stadium Sept. 19 to take on Western Michigan University at 6 p.m.
Record number of first-year students embrace Doerr Institute coaching
A record number of first-year students have registered for the Doerr Institute for New Leaders’ flagship Activation One-on-One Coaching program for the fall semester, reflecting growing interest in the leadership development opportunities at Rice.
Owl-Liance program connects Rice employees through well-being
Rice’s employee-led Owl-Liance program is helping faculty and staff take ownership of their well-being while building connections across campus.
As the sun rose over Rice Stadium Friday morning, members of Rice University’s Naval ROTC program and the broader community climbed the stadium stairs to honor the victims and heroes of the Sept. 11 attacks.
Rice, Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation launch early literacy partnership
Rice’s School Literacy and Culture (SLC) program, part of the Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies’ Center for Education, has launched a three-year partnership with the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation (BBHLF) to provide research-based professional development, mentorship and sustained classroom support for early childhood educators across the Houston area.
Rice football heads to Notre Dame for meeting of two storied universities
Rice ’s football team will take its 2026 season to one of the most iconic settings in college athletics Sept. 12, when the Owls travel to South Bend, Indiana, to face the University of Notre Dame.
Tyvonn Byars topped 100 yards rushing for the first time in his career to spark Rice to its highest rushing total since 2004 as the Owls ran past HCU 31-3 in their season opener on Saturday night at Rice Stadium.
Owls open 2026 campaign Saturday against Houston Christian
Rice University’s football team will open its 2026 season at home Sept. 5, welcoming Houston Christian University to Rice Stadium for a 6 p.m. kickoff. The game marks the first meeting between the two Houston programs.
Houston NROTC to hold annual 9/11 stair climb at Rice Stadium Sept. 11
The Houston Consortium of Naval ROTC will hold its annual 9/11 stair climb Sept. 11 at Rice Stadium, bringing together Naval ROTC students and members of the Rice University community to honor the victims and first responders of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
Owls cap perfect weekend with win over Mississippi State
Rice volleyball wrapped up the Jaguar Classic with a 3-1 victory over Mississippi State on Sunday, completing a 3-0 opening weekend.
Rice Athletics kicks off 2026-27 season with Fan Fest
Rice Athletics welcomed fans to Rice Stadium Aug. 22 for its annual Fan Fest, bringing together student-athletes, coaches and supporters to celebrate the start of a new year of competition.
Rice Rally brings O-Week spirit to roaring Tudor Fieldhouse
Rice’s newest Owls got an early introduction to one of the university’s loudest O-Week traditions Aug. 18 as Rice Rally brought together students, coaches and athletes for an evening of cheers, chants and school spirit at Tudor Fieldhouse.
