Andrew Bell

Rice University welcomes three new trustees

Rice University has announced the addition of three new Board of Trustees members — Josh Earnest, Jennifer Kneale and Vinay Pai — who will serve four-year terms beginning July 1.

Rice Global Paris Center holds first Rice-Europe summer workshop

The Rice Global Paris Center began its first Rice-Europe summer workshop on May 22, with Rice President Reginald DesRoches giving opening remarks at the event.

Rice to host C-USA Baseball Tournament

Rice is set to host the Conference USA Baseball Tournament at Reckling Park May 24-28.

Owls clinch C-USA Tournament spot with walk-off win

A walk-off run by freshman infielder Ben Royo secured a spot in the Conference USA Tournament for Rice, as the Owls took down Florida International University 2-1 in the second game of the team’s final regular season series at Reckling Park May 19.

Rice mourns loss of Rodrigo Barnes

Rodrigo Barnes, one of the first four Black student-athletes to attend and compete for Rice University and a member of the Rice Athletics Hall of Fame, passed away on Tuesday, May 16 in Garland, Texas at the age of 73.

Woodson Research Center moves to new digital archive platform

Fondren Library’s Woodson Research Center recently announced it will move to a new archiving platform that will provide enhanced functionality and accessibility for its extensive digital cultural heritage materials.

‘Archives of the Impossible’ conference explores the cultivation of impossibility

An international conference challenging assumptions about reality itself and exploring paranormal phenomena across different cultures and generations was held May 11-13 at Rice.

Owls take home 2023 Conference USA Championship

The Rice women’s track and field team won its first outdoor title since 2016 at the 2023 Conference USA Championships in Denton, Texas.

Owls soar past Cougars

Jack Riedel blasted a pair of three-run homers, Ben Royo added a three-run clout of his own to put Rice ahead to stay and Guy Garibay Jr. chipped in with a two-run blast as Rice closed out the 2023 Silver Glove Series with a 13-7 win over Houston on Wednesday night.

Doerr Institute announces Leader Impact Award winners

The Doerr Institute for New Leaders recently named Alex Han and Zac Andrews as the winners of the first Doerr Leader Impact Award for their dynamic and innovative work in community leadership.

Rice Global Paris Center launching summer series of research conferences, workshops

The Rice Global Paris Center is expanding the reach and influence of Rice University’s world-class faculty and research through a rich and diverse array of events in Paris this summer.

Rice, TSU announce expanded partnership

Rice University and Texas Southern University (TSU) have announced a partnership to share resources, expertise and best practices to build stronger bridges between their institutions and communities.

Owls shine at Tom Tellez Invitational

The Rice women’s track and field team took home multiple event titles and top finishes at the Tom Tellez Invitational at the University of Houston this past weekend.

Rice showcases Johnson Owl Deck at Harris Gully

The Johnson Owl Deck at Harris Gully was introduced to the Rice community during a grand opening and dedication April 27.

NOMAS Rice hosts ‘Contextualizing Africa’ exhibition, panel

The Rice Architecture student chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architecture Students (NOMAS) hosted a panel and exhibition opening titled "Contextualizing Africa: A Conversation” April 24 at Anderson Hall.