Rice News Archive - 2025

Former presidential advisers discuss their role shaping science policy Mar. 12, 2025

Three former presidential science advisers spoke with the director of Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy March 5 to discuss the critical role of science and technology in a complex world. The conversation explored the panelists’ experiences leading the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and the office’s critical role in shaping national policies to advance science, technology, innovation and higher education. 

‘Testament to the power of education’: Ruth Simmons honored as Officer of the French National Order of the Legion of Honor Mar. 12, 2025

Ruth Simmons, the President’s Distinguished Fellow at Rice and a pioneering leader in higher education, was awarded the rank of Officer in the French National Order of the Legion of Honor during a special ceremony March 11.

Rice returns to AAC championship game after defeating Temple Mar. 12, 2025

The ninth-seeded Rice women's basketball team looks to defend their title tomorrow night after a 67-49 win over fourth-seeded Temple Tuesday night at Dickies Arena.

Wade Adams, nanotechnology research leader and advocate, served Rice as ‘dynamic force’ while paving way for Smalley-Curl Institute Mar. 11, 2025

Wade Adams, former director of the Richard E. Smalley Institute for Nanoscale Science and Technology at Rice, passed away Feb. 12 at the age of 78. A self-described “technical optimist,” Adams was not only an experienced researcher and educator but also an enthusiastic advocate of nanotechnology, which he defined as “making small stuff do big things” and viewed as offering potential solutions to pressing challenges, particularly in energy but also in clean water and medicine.

‘Diligent and dedicated’: Rice women’s table tennis club team advances to national championships Mar. 11, 2025

Rice's table tennis club team has secured a spot at the National Collegiate Table Tennis Association National Championships.

Rice’s Glasscock School to host Best Boards Conference; Houston Endowment CEO Ann B. Stern is keynote Mar. 11, 2025

The Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership at Rice's Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies is set to host the 24th annual Best Boards Conference, bringing together nonprofit leaders, board members and community stakeholders to explore governance strategies and impactful leadership.

Dateline Rice for March 11, 2025 Mar. 11, 2025

Dateline Rice for March 11, 2025

Shepherd School of Music welcomes Houston for 50th Anniversary Community Day Mar. 11, 2025

The Shepherd School of Music invites the Houston community to celebrate its 50th Anniversary Community Day with a free, family friendly event.

Research on super-Earths and mini-Neptunes suggests more Earth-like planets may exist Mar. 11, 2025

A new study by Rice researchers Sho Shibata and Andre Izidoro presents a compelling new model for the formation of super-Earths and mini-Neptunes — planets that are 1 to 4 times the size of Earth and among the most common in our galaxy.

Unearthing the southbound Underground Railroad to Mexico Mar. 11, 2025

The story of the Underground Railroad typically conjures images of northbound journeys to freedom, but for some enslaved people in Texas, liberation lay across the Rio Grande in Mexico.

Wayne Graham Way: Rice honors legendary coach with celebration, street naming Mar. 10, 2025

Rice honored the legacy of legendary baseball coach Wayne Graham in grand fashion March 7, celebrating the inaugural Wayne Graham Day with a series of tributes before the Owls’ series-opening game against Yale University.

Rice launches Office of Academic Support for Undergraduate Students Mar. 10, 2025

Rice has launched the Office of Academic Support for Undergraduate Students, a new initiative aimed at providing equitable, inclusive and professional academic support and fostering a culture of help-seeking and collaborative learning.

Astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore set to return to Earth Mar. 10, 2025

Rice experts are available to discuss NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore's return to Earth.

Rice schedules MMR vaccination clinic in response to measles outbreak Mar. 10, 2025

In light of the recent measles outbreak, Rice has partnered with Albertsons/Randalls to offer a measles, mumps and rubella vaccination clinic for all members of the Rice community. This clinic will be held March 20 from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. in Room 112, Cambridge Office Building.

Houston Area Women’s Center sheds light on domestic violence, how to get help Mar. 10, 2025

Domestic violence affects many with 1 in 5 college students and 1 in 4 women experiencing abuse in their lifetime. Since 1977, the Houston Area Women’s Center, a community partner of Rice, has been a vital resource for those affected by domestic and sexual violence.