Before rockets, there were stories: Rice explores human meaning of space
Two Rice scholars are asking what it would mean to treat that long human relationship with space as not just a footnote to engineering but as a central intellectual pursuit.
Shepherd School alumni claim Grammy wins for opera, chamber music recordings
The wins add to a growing list of national recognitions for Shepherd School alumni across multiple Grammy categories and musical disciplines.
The four-part series of discussions reframes AI as a cultural, ethical and historical problem, not simply a computational one.
Rice bioengineers developed a new genetic regulatory system that makes the production of gas vesicles more sustainable for nonnative host cells.
On view through May 9, the exhibition arrives during a moment of heightened concern for the responsible use of generative AI.
Sustainability office introduces eco-friendly commute challenge
Rice’s Office of Sustainability has launched its “New Year, New Commute” challenge, running through Feb. 16 exclusively for Rice staff and faculty. The goal is to encourage Owls to explore and track sustainable and smart commuting options using the ConnectSmart app, helping the university meet its sustainability goals while making daily travel more efficient and rewarding.
She came to Rice to run. She stayed to ask bigger questions
Johanna Bangala learned early what it meant for effort to yield results, a lesson that has carried her across continents and disciplines, from elite track competitions to environmental engineering research at Rice.
Strengthening service: Rice consolidates safety, security entities
As Rice’s footprint expands into more public-facing environments, the scope of its efforts to maintain safety and security has grown as well. To better reflect this reality, the unit formerly known as Campus Safety and Research Security has been renamed Public Safety and Research Security.
Rice’s Baker Institute announces spring public event calendar
Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy, ranked the world’s No. 1 university-based policy research institution, today announced its spring slate of public events, featuring conversations with leading world leaders, policymakers and thought leaders on the most timely domestic and global issues of the day.
Owls capture 14th straight win at UTSA
The Owls cap off a perfect January with their 14th consecutive win to move to 19-3.
Rice University named Official Houston World Cup 2026 Host City Supporter
Rice has been named an Official Houston World Cup 2026 Host City Supporter, placing the state’s leading higher education institution at the center of preparations for the world’s largest sporting event and reinforcing Rice’s mission as a university with global reach.
Accreditor recognizes Rice with inaugural Torch Award
Rice was recognized by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as a recipient of its inaugural Torch Awards, a new recognition program celebrating member institutions for leadership in three areas: affordability, student success and postcollege outcomes. Rice was recognized in the postcollege outcome category.
OF&S kicks off 2026 with a bang
Rice’s Division of Operations, Finance and Support kicked off the new year with a lively mixer that brought colleagues together for an afternoon of connection, conversation and celebration. The event featured food and beverages, branded swag items and ample opportunities for staff to socialize and reconnect after the break.
Super Bowl LX: Betting, economics and analytics behind biggest game of year
The Super Bowl has never been just a football game. It’s a cultural event drawing massive audiences, billions in advertising dollars and now the single largest day for legal sports betting in the country.
Rice’s Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Business today announced the launch of its Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Management program, a 10-month, credit-bearing professional credential designed for current and aspiring leaders seeking deep expertise in the business of healthcare. Situated at the crossroads of Houston’s renowned Texas Medical Center and global healthcare innovation, the program blends rigorous business fundamentals with healthcare-specific strategy, operations and management.