Rice changemakers recognized by Houston Woman Magazine
Two Rice leaders and three alumni have been named among “Houston’s 50 Most Influential Women of 2025” by Houston Woman Magazine.
Rice community celebrates Pride Week finale at annual Gayla
Rice Pride Week, an annual celebration honoring the diversity, contributions and achievements of the LGBTQ+ community, concluded its weeklong festivities with the annual Gayla March 7.
Shining a spotlight on excellence: Association of Rice Alumni honors Laureates Award recipients
A festive crowd of alumni and friends gathered at the Post Oak Hotel in Houston to celebrate Rice’s most dedicated supporters at the Association of Rice Alumni’s annual Laureates Celebration May 8.
Christopher Johns-Krull to serve as interim EVP for research
Christopher Johns-Krull , professor of physics and astronomy, will serve as interim executive vice president for research, beginning July 1.
Outstanding graduates share their stories
As Rice prepares to celebrate the Class of 2025 at commencement May 9-10, Rice News is spotlighting a series of standout graduates.
This statement underscores Rice’s unwavering commitment to academic freedom as a cornerstone of scholarly inquiry, open dialogue and the pursuit of knowledge. It also affirms our responsibility to foster a campus climate where every member of our diverse community feels respected and valued — even as we grapple with ideas that may challenge or unsettle us.
Robert Maxfield to posthumously be awarded ARA’s Gold Medal at Laureates Awards
At the Association of Rice Alumni’s 2025 Laureates Awards ceremony May 8, the group will bestow its highest honor — the Gold Medal Award — to the late Robert Maxfield ’63, ’64.
Faculty, staff, students honored for excellence in teaching, mentoring, service
Each year, Rice University honors members of its community who have served students through outstanding teaching, dedication and service.
Website details latest policy, executive orders, research funding and immigration impacts
The new administration has recently issued a number of federal executive orders and agency directives. As a private nonprofit institution, Rice is committed to compliance with all applicable laws and regulations while maintaining an environment where students, faculty and staff have the necessary resources to engage and excel in teaching, learning and research.
Campus Safety leader Kathryn Cavender to retire
Kathryn Cavender, associate vice president for Campus Safety, will retire this June after 34 years of service to the university, leaving behind an legacy of leadership and dedication.
Rice students catch ‘Rides with Reggie’
Kicking off the spring semester, Rice President Reginald DesRoches took the wheel of a golf cart, giving students fun rides across campus and a memorable start to classes!
Diwali celebrations ’light‘ campus
The Rice community celebrated Diwali with two vibrant events highlighting the cultural significance of the Hindu festival of lights.
The Owls wasted little time in taking control of the game, scoring on their first two drives of the night and nine of 11 possessions.
President DesRoches shares message of care and concern
President Reginald DesRoches addresses the Rice community regarding the recent campus tragedy.
President welcomes students back to campus
Welcome back to campus! I hope everyone had a great summer and you are all ready to hit the ground running this semester, strive for excellence in all you do and inspire others to do the same.