Amy McCaig

Rice launches AI venture accelerator to fuel industry innovation in collaboration with Google Public Sector

Rice has announced the launch of the Rice AI Venture Accelerator, designed to drive early stage artificial intelligence innovation and commercialization.

Rice sport management faculty break down brackets, business and ‘Big Dance’ strategy

As March Madness returns this month to captivate the sports world, faculty experts from Rice University’s Department of Sport Management are available to provide insights on the NCAA Tournament’s financial impact, marketing strategies, fan engagement and the all-important selection of teams for bracket pools.

As next hurricane season nears, Rice study explores impacts of 2024’s storms

When major storms hit Houston last spring and summer, losing power was a nightmare for residents, but for many, the financial fallout was just as devastating.

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo paves the road to Rice for 2 students

Yeeva Tsewang and Simran Singh may have different academic interests, but their journeys at Rice University share a common thread — both have been shaped by the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (HLSR) scholarship.

Owls saddle up for Go Texan Day, kicking off rodeo season in true Houston style

Rice Owls saddled up for a double dose of spirit Feb. 28, sporting their signature blue for Rice Blue Friday while donning their best western getups for Go Texan Day.

Church attendance still in trouble, warns Rice religion expert after new Pew research report

Rice religion expert warns that church attendance remains a major concern as there are still far fewer Americans filling the pews.

Rice public health, vaccine and religion experts available to discuss first measles death in US since 2015

Rice public health, vaccine and religion experts are available to discuss the surge of measles cases.

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.