The Digital Health Institute — a recently launched joint initiative between Rice University and Houston Methodist — has appointed Pothik Chatterjee as...
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January 8, 2025
Economist Peter Rodriguez, dean of the Jones Graduate School of Business and the Virani Undergraduate School of Business at Rice, has been appointed to the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas’ Houston Branch board of directors by the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. The Houston Branch board consists of seven members, four appointed by the Dallas Fed and three appointed by the Federal Reserve Board of Governors in Washington, D.C.
Mathematical methods point to possibility of particles long thought impossible
January 8, 2025
New research by Rice physicists shows the possibility for particles that are neither bosons nor fermions.
Moody Center for the Arts announces spring 2025 programming schedule
January 8, 2025
Rice’s Moody Center for the Arts announces its spring 2025 programming schedule featuring artists, activists and scholars exploring the links between environmental and social justice.
A day in the life of one busy Owl: Balancing bioengineering and studio art majors at Rice
January 8, 2025
During the fall 2024 semester, Camille Neal-Harris started her Tuesdays much like any other Rice student, but reaching the finish line likely felt a bit different as her day stretched into a marathon of science, art and everything in between.
Pioneering geologist and Rice professor emeritus Peter Vail remembered for ‘passion for discovery’
January 7, 2025
The Rice community mourns the passing of Peter Vail, the W. Maurice Ewing Professor Emeritus of Oceanography, who passed away Dec. 28, 2024, at the age of 94.
RUPD holiday toy drive benefits 14 families
January 6, 2025
Rice’s Police Department partnered with the Children’s Assessment Center to sponsor 14 families for its 12th annual Blue Santa Toy Drive. All donated items were wrapped and hand-delivered during the holiday season.
Richard Lavenda’s ‘Upon Further Reflection’ set for Jan. 16 premiere
January 6, 2025
On Jan. 16, Rice’s Richard Lavenda will debut “Upon Further Reflection,” the second of seven commissioned works celebrating the Shepherd School of Music’s 50th anniversary.
Collaborative ‘score for transitional times’ to kick off spring season at Moody Center for the Arts
January 6, 2025
Rice’s Moody Center for the Arts will open its spring season with “score for transitional times,” a captivating dance performance and installation by choreographer Hope Mohr and visual artist Ranu Mukherjee, from 6-8 p.m. Jan. 10.
Boswell, Fox selected for Pro Bowl games
January 6, 2025
This season marks the first time Rice has sent two players to the NFL’s Pro Bowl since 1961, when J.D. Smith and Buddy Dial played in the game.
January 3, 2025
Rice faculty and Baker Institute leadership are remembering former President Jimmy Carter — his life, legacy and connection to the university.