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Rice students serve as talent escorts at NFL Honors in New Orleans

A group of 38 Rice sport management students had the opportunity to work behind the scenes at one of the most prestigious nights in football.

Rice Master of Global Affairs students take on international policy negotiation in Paris

In their final semester, a group of Master of Global Affairs students applied their academic knowledge in a real-world setting, spending a week in Paris.

Mothers with incarcerated children shoulder emotional and financial burdens

The financial and emotional toll borne by mothers whose adult children have experienced incarceration is often overlooked but can exacerbate financial burdens, especially for Black mothers, according to new research from Rice sociologist Brielle Bryan.

Caught in the crossfire: How political attacks erode public trust in local news

Local news outlets, long seen as the most trusted source for keeping communities informed, are facing a new challenge: political attacks that are chipping away at public trust.

Trump’s tariff gambit: Rice experts weigh in on economic, political fallout

As President Donald Trump imposes new tariffs on imports from Canada and China, Rice offers a cadre of experts ready to provide in-depth analysis on the economic and political implications of the new policies.

Super Bowl 59 insights into advertising, cybersecurity, athletic performance, nutrition among Rice faculty’s expertise

Rice experts are available to provide insights on the Super Bowl’s multifaceted appeal.

New book from sociologist Craig Considine aims to strengthen Christian-Muslim bonds amid worldwide tension

Amid global tensions, a new book from Rice’s Craig Considine endeavors to build and strengthen relations between Christians and Muslims.

Kinder Institute researcher explores impact of zoning laws at Houston community workshop

Steve Sherman discusses deed restrictions at community workshop.

Beier leads National Academies study on future of military education and training

A new Rice University-led study for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine reveals how military education can evolve to meet the demands of an increasingly unpredictable world.

Rare snowfall blankets Rice University campus; b-roll footage available for download

Rice was transformed into a winter wonderland after a historic snowfall Jan. 21.

U.S. special envoy for Middle East, Baker Institute director available to discuss unfolding situation between Israel and Hamas

Amid discussion of a possible ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, David Satterfield, former U.S. Special Envoy for Middle East Humanitarian Issues, is available to discuss the situation.

‘Trump’s economic policies offer promise and risk’: Rice political scientists, economists weigh in on incoming president’s plans 

Rice experts available to speak about proposed economic, immigration and foreign policy plans of incoming president.

Calling all staff: Nominate your colleagues for the Rice Staff Excellence Award

The Rice Staff Council is calling for nominations for the 2025 Rice Staff Excellence Award.

Two-thirds of Houstonians struggle to achieve financial stability according to Kinder Institute study

A recent Rice study examines financial vulnerability within the region.

Rice’s Mark Jones available to discuss Texas House speaker race

As members of the Texas House of Representatives prepare to vote for their next leader, Rice political scientist Mark Jones is available to discuss what can be expected.