Rice University’s Global RICE Empowers Academics and Training (GREAT) Project continues to bridge cultures and foster inclusive learning experiences.
Just over 550 new master’s students officially began their graduate journeys at Rice this fall, joining programs across architecture, creative writing...
Rice's Division of Operations, Finance and Support recently brought employees together at West Servery for a summer celebration marking the close of t...
Nearly 270 incoming doctoral students officially began their graduate journeys at Rice by signing the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies doct...
Rice’s new undergraduate minor examines the biological, psychological and social factors that shape health....
Rice’s Smalley-Curl Institute recently hosted its 40th annual summer colloquium. ...
On the second morning of O-Week, Rice’s incoming Class of 2030 gathered at Tudor Fieldhouse to hear three faculty members share lessons from their res...
Rice's new faculty were welcomed during the annual two-day faculty orientation, emphasizing that the university’s growth over the past several years h...
Professor Dame Angela McLean, the U.K. government’s chief science adviser, discussed the role of science advice in government during an armchair discu...
Sean Terada Yang was selected as a 2026 Young Artist in Residence for American Public Media program....
Rice’s newest Owls got an early introduction to one of the university’s loudest O-Week traditions Aug. 18 as Rice Rally brought together students, coa...
Rice's Office of Student Success Initiatives hosted a prematriculation program for incoming freshman and their families Aug. 13-14 as a leadup to O-We...
Rice's Lovett College has a new home. It has moved into a new 11-story building on campus, trading the familiar quirks of the Toaster for abundant nat...
Rice University, in collaboration with the University of Houston, IPTalons and the Society of Research Administrators International, will host a first-of-its-kind national workshop to examine the burgeoning field of research on research security to inform future laws, policies and guidelines aimed at enhancing research security around the world.
First curved data link sidesteps key 6G wireless challenge
Researchers at Rice and Brown University have demonstrated the world’s first curved data link, an achievement that could revolutionize wireless communications.
Rice hosts natural sciences undergraduate research symposium
Rice University hosted the inaugural Natural Sciences Undergraduate Research Symposium April 11 in a celebration of research across various natural sciences disciplines.
2024 Huff Engineering Design Showcase winners announced
The Oshman Engineering Design Kitchen (OEDK), Rice’s premier undergraduate engineering makerspace, announced the winners of its annual Harrell and Carolyn Huff Engineering Design Showcase and competition, which took place April 11 at the Ion, during an award ceremony following the event.
Remembering Rice alumnus and trustee emeritus Bill Sick
Rice University trustee emeritus William “Bill” Sick ’57 passed away on Dec. 8, 2023, and was celebrated recently at a ceremony in Illinois. An accomplished engineer, leader and dedicated father and husband, Sick earned his Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in electrical engineering at Rice and spent a lifetime supporting his alma mater in various capacities.
Rice to celebrate staff achievements April 18
Rice University will host its annual appreciation event to celebrate staff accomplishments at 9 a.m. April 18 at Tudor Fieldhouse. The gathering will include remarks by President Reginald DesRoches, acknowledgment of service anniversaries from five to 50 years in five-year increments and special recognition of notable employees.
Special issue of Rice Magazine explores university’s world-renowned research
The spring 2024 issue of Rice Magazine highlights a sample of the dynamic, complex and ambitious scholarship underway in academic disciplines across campus.
Rice to offer new master’s in energy transition and sustainability
Rice University will launch a Master of Energy Transition and Sustainability (METS) program this fall designed to equip students with the tools needed to thrive in the evolving energy industry landscape.
Kirsten Ostherr receives the 2024 Health Humanities Visionary Award
Kirsten Ostherr, a media scholar and health researcher at Rice University, has been honored with the 2024 Health Humanities Visionary Award by the Health Humanities Consortium (HHC) during its April 10-13 conference in Phoenix.