Arie Passwaters

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COVID-19 requirements on campus were relaxed last week, allowing members of the Rice community to enjoy some mask-free time outdoors. (Photos by Jeff Fitlow)

Rice relaxes outdoor mask policy, updates testing requirements

With cases of COVID-19 on the decline and a majority of the university population now vaccinated, mask policies and testing requirements on campus have been eased.

9 recognized with award for superior teaching

Nine faculty received the 2021 George R. Brown Award for Superior Teaching, which honors top Rice instructors as determined by the votes of alumni who graduated within the past two, three and five years.

Faculty, staff honored for excellence in teaching, mentoring, service

Each year, Rice honors members of the university community who have served students through outstanding teaching, dedication and service. Here are recipients of some of this year’s awards:

Special collections archivist Focke wins Elizabeth Gillis Award

Amanda Focke, head of special collections for the Woodson Research Center at Fondren Library, was recognized for her exemplary service.

Back for round 2

Rice students, faculty and staff who received COVID-19 vaccines given to the university for distribution during the February winter storm because a power outage at Harris County Public Health put the shots at risk of spoiling get their second dose March 22 at Grand Hall.

People, papers and presentations - March 22

"Collaborative Anthropology Today," a new book edited by Dominic Boyer, professor of anthropology, was released earlier this year.

Winter storm prompts campus closures as temps approach record lows

Rice, along with the rest of Houston, is approaching record-setting cold and a wintery mix of sleet and snow, with low temperatures dipping to into the teens and a windchill below zero degrees.

State of the University: President hails 'remarkable performance'

David Leebron delivered his 2020 State of the University address with a salute to the university’s faculty, staff and students for overcoming the year’s unprecedented challenges.

Rice United Way Campaign meets goal

At the end of the seventh week, Rice’s annual United Way campaign has met the university’s $250,000 goal.

Franklin retires after 30 years

After 30 years at Rice, Ute Franklin, who served as manager of Delivery Services since 2004, has retired.

Rice United Way Campaign surpasses 90% of goal

At the end of the sixth week, Rice’s annual United Way campaign has raised $226,544 of the $250,000 goal.

Rice United Way Campaign hits 85% of goal

Rice United Way Campaign hits 85% of goal

Margarita Rodriguez honored in day of Grand Hall memorials

Margarita Rodriguez was remembered as a kind, generous and loving member of the Rice community who dedicated 40 years of her life to serving the university.

Rice United Way Campaign tops 75% of goal