Andrew Bell

‘Testament to the power of education’: Ruth Simmons honored as Officer of the French National Order of the Legion of Honor

Ruth Simmons, the President’s Distinguished Fellow at Rice and a pioneering leader in higher education, was awarded the rank of Officer in the French National Order of the Legion of Honor during a special ceremony March 11.

Rice returns to AAC championship game after defeating Temple

The ninth-seeded Rice women's basketball team looks to defend their title tomorrow night after a 67-49 win over fourth-seeded Temple Tuesday night at Dickies Arena.

‘Diligent and dedicated’: Rice women’s table tennis club team advances to national championships

Rice's table tennis club team has secured a spot at the National Collegiate Table Tennis Association National Championships.

Rice’s Glasscock School to host Best Boards Conference; Houston Endowment CEO Ann B. Stern is keynote

The Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership at Rice's Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies is set to host the 24th annual Best Boards Conference, bringing together nonprofit leaders, board members and community stakeholders to explore governance strategies and impactful leadership.

Wayne Graham Way: Rice honors legendary coach with celebration, street naming

Rice honored the legacy of legendary baseball coach Wayne Graham in grand fashion March 7, celebrating the inaugural Wayne Graham Day with a series of tributes before the Owls’ series-opening game against Yale University.

Rice launches Office of Academic Support for Undergraduate Students

Rice has launched the Office of Academic Support for Undergraduate Students, a new initiative aimed at providing equitable, inclusive and professional academic support and fostering a culture of help-seeking and collaborative learning.

Ruth Simmons to be honored with French government’s highest decoration March 11

Ruth Simmons, the President’s Distinguished Fellow at Rice and a trailblazing leader in higher education, will be awarded the rank of Officer in the French National Order of the Legion of Honor, the highest decoration bestowed by the French government.

$3M gift establishes Stinebaugh Family Financial Literacy Program at Rice

Thanks to a generous donation from alumnus Dr. Bobby Stinebaugh ’54 and the Stinebaugh family, Rice University is launching the Stinebaugh Family Financial Literacy Program, focusing on personal finance planning and investing, beginning this fall.

Rice announces 2025 football schedule

The Owls will open their 2025 conference schedule Sept. 18 against the Charlotte 49ers.

‘Amazing to be a part of this team’: Rice swimming and diving team wins AAC Championship

Thanks to the efforts of a newly-added diving team and clutch performances by a couple of fifth-year seniors, the Rice women's swimming and diving team secured its first conference championship since 2014.

Owls dominate in win over UAB

The Rice women’s basketball team used a daunting defensive presence to overwhelm UAB 73-48 Tuesday night at Tudor Fieldhouse. 

Strong start propels Rice to 71-50 win over Tulsa

Rice jumped out to a 21-5 lead and never looked back, sweeping the season series from Tulsa, 71-50, at Tudor Fieldhouse Feb. 22.

‘Momentous occasion’: Rice honors scholar-athletes at annual banquet

Rice Athletics and the Office of Academic Advising jointly hosted the 39th annual Scholar-Athlete Celebration Feb. 23 at the R Room at Rice Stadium.

Rice wins AAC Swimming and Diving Championship

The Rice swimming and diving team has won its first conference championship since the 2013-14 Conference USA Championship.

Rice’s new Leader Development Council unites key representatives to advance world-class leadership efforts

Rice has established a new initiative aimed at refining world-class leadership development practices across campus, bringing together key representatives from various departments and programs to drive this effort.