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Rice baseball 2026

Webb and Ashlock spark Owls past UTRGV

March 18, 2026

Three Rice relievers combined to throw six shutout innings as Rice downed UTRGV 7-3 at Reckling Park on Tuesday Night.

Black Excellence Gala 2026

Black Excellence Gala celebrates student leadership and legacy at Rice

March 18, 2026

Students, faculty, staff and alumni gathered at Rice for the annual Black Excellence Gala, an evening recognizing the achievements of Black students while reflecting on the history and growth of the university’s Black community.

OURI Washington, D.C. trip 2026

On the Hill: Owls advocate with Congressional office members

March 18, 2026

A group from Rice's Scholars Transforming Through Research advocacy program travelled to Washington, D.C., to meet with policymakers earlier this month. While there, they delivered testimonies regarding their research and future aspirations as they conclude their academic studies.

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‘Working smarter, not harder’: Rice blends academics, athletics to produce cutting-edge sports science operation

March 18, 2026

Rice is blending academics and athletics through its innovative sports science efforts, resulting in enhanced research, data tools and student experience.

Rice women's basketball 2026

Rice to host Louisiana Tech in Women's Basketball Invitational Tournament

March 18, 2026

For the 17th time in program history, the Rice women's basketball team will play postseason basketball when they host Louisiana Tech in the Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament (WBIT) on Thursday, March 19, at Tudor Fieldhouse.

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Turning sparks into staying power: Bernie Banks to teach Catalyst module on science of momentum

March 17, 2026

As part of the Director’s Cut Catalyst series, Bernie Banks will lead Momentum, an in-person module that breaks down one of leadership’s most misunderstood forces and offers a practical framework for turning small wins into sustained progress.

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Rice to host international conference in Paris on ‘Human Flourishing in the Age of AI’

March 16, 2026

What does it mean for human beings to flourish in a world shaped by AI? 

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Shepherd School spotlight: Rising soloists take center stage in upcoming concerts

March 16, 2026

This spring, two orchestral concerts offer the Houston community a chance to hear Shepherd School students' work come fully to life.

Rice Night at the Rodeo 2026

Giddy up: Rice community enjoys night at Rodeo Houston

March 16, 2026

Rice’s alumni, students, staff, faculty and friends gathered round for fun and fellowship at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo March 10 for Rice Night at the Rodeo.

Pride Week 2026

Rice community celebrates Pride Week finale at annual Gayla

March 16, 2026

Rice Pride Week, an annual celebration honoring the diversity, contributions and achievements of the LGBTQ+ community, concluded its weeklong festivities with the annual Gayla March 7.

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Rice Business’ online MBA ranked among world’s top programs by Financial Times

March 16, 2026

Rice’s Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Business has been ranked among the world’s leading online MBA programs in the Financial Times Global Online MBA Rankings, placing No. 13 globally (tied with the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University) and No. 6 in the United States. 

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Rice hosts first-of-its-kind workshop exploring how AI can accelerate discoveries in major neutrino experiment

March 16, 2026

Researchers at Rice recently convened an international group of scientists to explore how artificial intelligence and machine learning could transform one of the world’s most ambitious physics experiments: the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment.

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Dean Mackey’s eye for visuals

March 15, 2026

Rice is recognizing Dean Mackey for 31 years of service. As a senior graphic designer in the Office of Public Affairs, he provides creative visual designs that propel marketing and communications needs. Mackey’s work has taken the form of posters, brochures, stationery and T-shirts to name just a few areas where his visual eye and creative mind bridge design and Rice’s brand. His last day with the university will be March 31.

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New gel-based system allows bacteria to act as bioelectrical sensors

March 12, 2026

Rice researchers developed a safe bioelectronic sensor that allows for effective electronic communication even in liquid environments.

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Thorny issue plaguing lithium-ion batteries laid bare in new study

March 12, 2026

Lithium-ion batteries could improve thanks to Rice researchers’ unprecedented measurements of lithium dendrites’ stiff, brittle behavior.

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