In one of the country’s most diverse and fast-growing cities, it’s not unusual to find people juggling multiple roles. But few balance them quite like HTC Kelly, a postdoctoral researcher at Rice University by day and a Houston Texans Cheerleader on nights and weekends.
Rice honors Taylor’s multidecade career shaping student experience
Rice recognizes Matthew Taylor for his 31 years of service. As senior associate provost he oversees the Office of Strategic and Educational Initiatives within the Provost’s Office. His last day with the university will be Dec. 31.
Religious discrimination toward Jews and Muslims rose after Oct. 7 attacks, study shows
The conflict between Israel and Palestine has had a big effect on relationships toward religious people in the U.S., and the recent war in Gaza has made these tensions even stronger. It has also led to more discrimination and harm toward both Jewish and Muslim Americans, yet there have been important changes in bias and fear, according to a new Rice University study sponsored by Rice’s Boniuk Institute for the Study and Advancement of Religious Tolerance.
Rice junior brings creativity and campus spirit to President DesRoches’ 2025 holiday card
Rice University junior Jolina Zhao has added her creative touch to a cherished campus tradition: designing President Reginald DesRoches’ official 2025 holiday card.
Study finds employer health insurance costs have tripled relative to employee pay since 1999
A new Rice University study examines how the cost of employer-provided health insurance and the consumer price index have changed over the past 25 years to help explain why insurance premiums continue to rise and are becoming increasingly difficult for families to afford.
Scenic Galveston and the SSPEED Center at Rice are launching two major initiatives designed to bolster wetland health and improve storm resilience across the Houston-Galveston region.
Paul, lead of Rice Nexus, elected to National Academy of Inventors
Sanjoy Paul, executive director of Rice Nexus and AI Houston and associate vice president for technology development at Rice University, has been selected as a fellow of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI)
US elections in review: Carter Center and Baker Institute examine 25th anniversary of Bush v. Gore
Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy and the Carter Center hosted their fifth annual elections conference Dec. 8 that focused on the 25th anniversary of the presidential race of George W. Bush v. Al Gore.
Atomic America: Rice students explore human legacy of nuclear age
Rice history students traveled to New Mexico to visit uranium mines, nuclear test sites and more as part of the "Atomic America" course, taught by Luis Campos.
Shepherd School students light up sold-out Spirit of the Season event
Student performers from across the school brought color and energy to the stage with a program that moved seamlessly from Rossini and Bizet to Broadway classics and festive ensemble numbers.
Levander makes case for curiosity, creative play, more fearless higher ed
Unlike many conversations about innovation in higher education, this one didn’t stay inside the walls of the academy.
A year of momentum: State of the University address highlights Rice’s steady accomplishments
Rice President Reginald DesRoches hosted the State of the University address Dec. 8 to reflect on the institution’s achievements and to provide a glimpse of its future direction.
Discipline, ambition and responsibility: More than 500 degrees conferred at December commencement
The newest parliament of Owl graduates celebrated a major step in their educational journey during Rice’s December 2025 commencement ceremony, held in Tudor Fieldhouse Dec. 9. The event included 116 bachelor’s degrees, 397 master’s degrees and 65 doctoral degrees conferred among the new graduates.
Connecting, learning and leading: Rice’s Mellon Mays Fellows share research on national stage
Nine of Rice’s Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellows traveled to Atlanta in November to present their summer research at the 2025 Southeast Regional Conference.
Rice baseball expands seating options for 2026 season
Season tickets for David Pierce's first full season guiding Rice Baseball are now on sale and feature some enhanced seating options for fans.
