Rice safety Gabriel Taylor featured in ESPN 'Outside the Lines' special
ESPN’s “Outside the Lines” tells the story of former NFL great Sean Taylor’s brother Gabriel Taylor, who is now carrying on the family name as a defensive back at Rice University.
Student Activities Fair showcases on-campus clubs
The Rice University Student Center hosted the Student Activities Fair at the Rice Memorial Center on Sept. 1 as part of the 2023 Weeks of Welcome (WOW) series celebrating the new academic year at Rice.
Owls to clash with Cougars in 42nd Bayou Bucket Classic
The Rice Owls football team will look to take flight against the University of Houston Cougars in the 42nd Bayou Bucket Classic at 6 p.m. Sept. 9.
Rice volleyball notches top 25 victory over USC
The No. 23-ranked Rice Owls volleyball team took down No. 22 University of Southern California in straight sets Aug. 26 at Tudor Fieldhouse.
Rice hosts topping out celebration for Cannady Hall addition
Rice Architecture commemorated the completion of the structural phase of William T. Cannady Hall with a topping out celebration Aug. 21.
Four volleyball Owls selected to AAC All-Conference Preseason Team
Emilia Weske, Danyle Courtley, Nia McCardell and Sahara Maruska have all been named to the American Athletic Preseason All-Conference Team.
Rice wraps up successful O-Week for Class of 2027
Rice University wrapped up an energetic and lively O-Week 2023 with the annual Welcome Back Day Festival Aug. 19.
Rice digital enters new phase of development
Digital learning at Rice University is entering a new phase, underpinned by an enhanced focus on development and innovation.
OISS holds welcome dinner to greet international graduate students
About 600 new graduate international students were welcomed to Rice during a welcome dinner hosted by the Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) Aug. 16.
Incoming class packs Tudor Fieldhouse to cheer on Owl athletics
Rice’s incoming class received a crash course in Rice athletics on the third day of O-Week as they flocked to Tudor Fieldhouse for Rice Rally, a pep rally to introduce new Owls to the teams they’ll be rooting for in the coming years.
Graduate Owls enjoy barbecue with president
Rice University President Reginald DesRoches welcomed new graduate students with a tasty barbecue meal Aug. 15.
Rice introduces Tommy McClelland as director of athletics
Rice University formally introduced Tommy McClelland as the school’s new vice president and director of athletics during a morning press conference Aug. 15.
New students break bread with president
The university’s newest Owls enjoyed a Texas barbecue dinner with President Reginald DesRoches during the president’s welcome party to conclude the second day of O-Week Aug. 14.
Class of 2027 lauded for diversity, talent during matriculation address
Fireworks lit up the sky over Lovett Hall and the Sallyport the night of Aug. 13 as the incoming Class of 2027’s first day of O-Week culminated with Rice’s annual matriculation ceremony.
Doerr’s Demystifying Measurement course examines impact of leader development programs in higher ed
A Doerr Institute for New Leaders course titled Demystifying Measurement is equipping students with the skills to develop evaluation systems that explore the impact of leader development programs in higher education and beyond.
