In collaboration with the Houston Health Department, the Rice360 Institute for Global Health Technologies recently hosted a two-part Mobile Stroke Unit Advocacy Hack-a-thon, inviting students to help solve one of the most pressing challenges facing this innovative technology.
Harris County names Ship Channel Bridge for Rice mathematician Richard Tapia
In a unanimous vote, the Harris County Commissioners Court approved naming the Sam Houston Tollway Ship Channel Bridge in honor of Richard A. Tapia.
From moonquakes to Mars rovers: Rice science open house sparks curiosity in local community
Rice's second annual Earth, environmental and planetary science (EEPS) open house generated interest in science
A new $55 million grant from Kinder Foundation will empower Rice’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research for decades to come as it focuses on its bold vision for “prosperity for all” and service to the public, ensuring that everyone can contribute to Houston’s success and share in its opportunities.
Rice joins Alief community efforts to cool campuses and neighborhoods with tree-planting event
The Rice Sustainability Institute has joined the effort to reduce heat in Alief with a focus on school environments.
From campus to community: Rice brings lifelong learning to retirement community residents
Rice's Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies is expanding access to higher education through Lifelong University, a custom-designed program that brings engaging and stimulating learning opportunities directly to retirement community residents.
As global leaders gathered at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Rice President Reginald DesRoches used a one-on-one interview with Bloomberg Media to make the case for research universities as essential drivers of economic growth, innovation and societal impact.
Rice's Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies held a kickoff event for a professional education course this month aimed at strengthening oral language development in young children, bringing together educators, literacy leaders and community partners from across the Houston region.
What can AI do for space exploration?
The In-Space Physical AI Workshop to be held Feb. 11-12 at the Ion will explore the intersection of AI and space exploration.
Rice alumna Morrison turns lifetime of service into national leadership for college access
Roughly three decades after a high school guidance counselor handed her a brochure for a little-known scholarship program, Brandy Hays Morrison is helping shape the future of college access and leadership at the national level.
‘Making a difference does not have to wait’: Rice freshman’s nonprofit tackles child literacy
Lucia Noto, a Rice freshman, is founder and CEO of a nonprofit organization that supports literacy and promotes reading among children with health challenges and from underserved communities.
Kinder Institute releases comprehensive study of one of Houston area’s fastest-growing populations
Rice’s Kinder Institute is examining the experiences, beliefs and attitudes of Asian residents in the greater Houston area.
Mayor’s Hispanic advisory board reception highlights success through diversity, action
The Houston mayor’s Hispanic advisory board hosted its annual holiday reception Dec. 19 at Rice’s Cohen House, bringing together community leaders, elected officials, board members and partners to celebrate a year of service, leadership and progress for the city’s Hispanic community.
A year of momentum: State of the University address highlights Rice’s steady accomplishments
Rice President Reginald DesRoches hosted the State of the University address Dec. 8 to reflect on the institution’s achievements and to provide a glimpse of its future direction.
Discipline, ambition and responsibility: More than 500 degrees conferred at December commencement
The newest parliament of Owl graduates celebrated a major step in their educational journey during Rice’s December 2025 commencement ceremony, held in Tudor Fieldhouse Dec. 9. The event included 116 bachelor’s degrees, 397 master’s degrees and 65 doctoral degrees conferred among the new graduates.
