Brandi Smith

Black History Month topics among Rice faculty members’ areas of expertise

Black History Month, celebrated each February, honors the profound contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout U.S. history.

Sandbox Percussion to perform at Shepherd School of Music Feb. 7

The Grammy-nominated ensemble Sandbox Percussion, a leading performer of percussion and contemporary chamber music, will present a guest artist recital at Rice’s Shepherd School of Music at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 7 in Wortham Theatre at Alice Pratt Brown Hall.

Stravinsky to Shaw: Shepherd School to showcase musical diversity in back-to-back concerts

Both events will showcase the talent of the school’s students and faculty while offering audiences a rich and varied repertoire.

Rice celebrates Lunar New Year with events and expert insights

Rice will mark the Lunar New Year with a series of community events and expert perspectives, highlighting the rich cultural traditions of this holiday.

Remembering John Stroup: Scholar, professor and advocate for the humanities known for academic excellence in his field

A distinguished scholar of German Protestantism and intellectual history, John Stroup will be remembered for his wit and passion as well as his impact on academia, his colleagues and his students over a career that spanned more than four decades.

Shepherd School alumna places third in Houston Grand Opera competition

Lauren Carroll ’24, a Shepherd School of Music alumna, earned third place in Houston Grand Opera’s 37th annual Eleanor McCollum Competition for Young Singers.

Rice to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day and his legacy with vigil, parade participation

Rice invites the community to join in celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day with events honoring his life and legacy as well as insights from university experts on the continued relevance of his work.

Moody Fellow explores writing as a therapeutic tool for others

Maya Harpavat’s love of writing began when she was 6 years old, sitting at the kitchen table with her father.

Immersion and growth: How the Rice in Country program transforms student lives

Walking through the streets of Mérida, Mexico, in the early morning light, Sammi Frey made her way to the local gym.

‘Breath(e)’: Art for climate and justice debuts at Rice

The Moody Center for the Arts at Rice will host “Breath(e): Toward Climate and Social Justice,” an exhibition that highlights the intersection of environmental and social justice issues.

Moody Center for the Arts announces spring 2025 programming schedule

Rice’s Moody Center for the Arts announces its spring 2025 programming schedule featuring artists, activists and scholars exploring the links between environmental and social justice.

A day in the life of one busy Owl: Balancing bioengineering and studio art majors at Rice

During the fall 2024 semester, Camille Neal-Harris started her Tuesdays much like any other Rice student, but reaching the finish line likely felt a bit different as her day stretched into a marathon of science, art and everything in between.

Richard Lavenda’s ‘Upon Further Reflection’ set for Jan. 16 premiere

On Jan. 16, Rice’s Richard Lavenda will debut “Upon Further Reflection,” the second of seven commissioned works celebrating the Shepherd School of Music’s 50th anniversary.

Collaborative ‘score for transitional times’ to kick off spring season at Moody Center for the Arts

Rice’s Moody Center for the Arts will open its spring season with “score for transitional times,” a captivating dance performance and installation by choreographer Hope Mohr and visual artist Ranu Mukherjee, from 6-8 p.m. Jan. 10.

50 years of innovation: Shepherd School premieres first anniversary commission

Rice’s Shepherd School of Music marked the beginning of its 50th anniversary celebrations with the Oct. 16 world premiere of “Birds Are Real; Ambushed From Ten Directions.”