The Oct. 18 “Monuments Symposium” at Rice’s Moody Center for the Arts provided a dynamic platform for discussions about the evolving role of monuments in contemporary society.
Rice historians offer perspectives, context for 2024 presidential election
Two weeks before Election Day, Rice’s School of Humanities hosted a discussion on the historical context and stakes of the upcoming presidential election.
A variety of distinctive political science courses this semester provides students a unique opportunity to explore careers in public service, experience life on the campaign trail and examine the dynamics of the 2024 election.
Rice’s Matthew Baring named fellow of American Physical Society
Professor Matthew Baring was recently named a fellow of the American Physical Society.
Rice football team ‘bridging the gap between campus and football’
Faculty and staff members at Rice gathered for a unique learning experience outside of the classroom at the Rice football team’s inaugural Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day event Oct. 22.
Ruth Simmons honored with National Humanities Medal by President Biden
Ruth Simmons, the President’s Distinguished Fellow at Rice and a pioneering leader in higher education, was presented with the National Humanities Medal by President Joe Biden during a ceremony at the White House Oct. 21.
Rice experts provide thought leadership on 2024 election
As early voting kicks off in Texas this week, Rice University experts are available to discuss a number of 2024 election topics.
Rice’s Shepherd School of Music presents enchanting performances of Handel’s ‘Alcina’
Rice’s Shepherd School of Music will present Handel’s “Alcina,” a baroque masterpiece of magic, deception and passion, in Brockman Hall for Opera Nov. 1 and 3.
Rice to host inaugural AAC Fall Individual Championships
The inaugural American Athletic Conference Fall Individual Championship will be hosted on South Main at the George R. Brown Tennis Center Oct. 24-27.
Retirees more likely to forget similar events but recall positive memories more vividly
Retirement can make individuals more likely to recall positive events and forget more ordinary ones.
Newborn and maternal health experts, innovators and community leaders from around the world gathered at the inaugural “Innovation for Day One” conference hosted by the Rice360 Institute for Global Health Technologies. Conference attendees convened to take collective action on solving one of the most pressing global health challenges: improving maternal and newborn health in resource-limited settings.
Rice celebrates Campus Sustainability Month with engaging showcase of eco-friendly initiatives
Rice’s Office of Sustainability is celebrating Campus Sustainability Month. Student organizations, campus departments and community partners that advance sustainability on campus and within Houston recently gathered at Rice Memorial Center’s Grand Hall to demonstrate the variety of sustainable practices available on campus and to the Rice community.
A vast collection of over 900 political campaign buttons was recently donated to the Baker Institute at Rice.
As Hispanic Heritage Month closed, Rice welcomed guests for a roundtable discussion to further explore the experiences and complexities of the Hispanic community.
Rice Business conference Oct. 25 to explore diversity in business
Rice Business’ annual conference, “Sparking Success: The Intersection of Business and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion,” will take place Oct. 25. The event bring together academics, corporate leaders and communications experts for dialogue and skill-building around diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in business.