History

‘A reminder of where we’ve come from and how far we can go’: New Fondren exhibit showcases Rice’s Hispanic history

Located on the first and third floors of Fondren Library is a rare collection of photos, documents and memorabilia of the Latine community at Rice since its inception, in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.

Rice to host ‘Historical Perspectives on the 2024 Presidential Election’ featuring Douglas Brinkley and Caleb McDaniel

Two of America’s most esteemed historians will offer unique insights into the 2024 presidential election at Rice’s School of Humanities just two weeks before voters cast their ballots.

‘Diverse perspectives’: Rice conference delivers fresh insights on energy, waste and the environment in West Africa

Rice hosted the Energy, Waste and the Environment in West Africa conference Sept. 12-13, an event that convened scholars, policymakers and artists to address pressing environmental issues in West Africa.

‘A natural bridge’: Science and technology studies connect scientists, humanists

As a freshman at Rice University, Anna Tutuianu ’23 knew she wanted to study how research in biomedicine and biomedical technologies intersected with society and history.

Rice experts discuss President Joe Biden’s historic move to not seek reelection

In their interviews, the professors discussed a variety of topics ranging from presidential history to Vice President Kamala Harris’ potential candidacy to the impact on downballot races.

Japanese migrants’ experiences in Texas celebrated in award-winning exhibit

Completed in time to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Month in May 2023, Fondren Fellows project “History of Japanese Farmers in Texas” recently won the 2024 Texas Digital Library’s Trailblazer Award.

Moody Fellowship helps Rice rising senior investigate Colombian hydroelectric project

Sarah Davidson, a rising senior at Rice, is making strides in the fields of history and anthropology through her research on Hidroituango, Colombia’s largest hydroelectric dam.

Beyond names and dates: ‘The Red Book’ comes alive thanks to Rice student research

In the digital archives of Rice University’s Woodson Research Center at the Fondren Library lies a unique treasure: “The Red Book,” freely available to view by the public thanks to the African American History Research Center at the Gregory School, which loaned Woodson its copy to scan and preserve.

Moody Fellow reflects on research opportunities at Rice as she approaches graduation

Graduating May 4 with a double major in history and transnational Asian studies, senior Rijuta Vallishayee’s experience at Rice University has been marked by scholarly excellence and a fervent commitment to independent research.

Faculty recognized with award for superior teaching

Nine Rice University faculty members received the 2024 George R. Brown Award for Superior Teaching, which honors top Rice instructors based on votes from alumni who graduated within the past two, three and five years.

New book authored by Rice’s Douglas Brinkley documents coal mining communities in postwar America

A new book co-authored by Rice University historian Douglas Brinkley paints a picture of the lives of individuals in coal mining communities and their vital contributions to the first wave of post-WWII growth in the U.S.

Black Houston(s) Symposium returns to spotlight rich Afro-diasporic heritage and contemporary realities

After a successful inaugural event in 2023, the Black Houston(s) Symposium returns this year with an event slated for March 21-22, which will bring together scholars, community members and thought leaders to explore the multifaceted narratives of Black life in Houston.

‘Forward-looking’ Rice center fuses Latin American and Latinx studies

From hosting speakers on topics ranging from curanderas in Mexican-American literature, the meaning of oil in Venezuela and the archaeology of the Amazon to fostering events on the arts in Guyana and contributing to student events, Rice University’s Initiative for the Study of LatinX America (ISLA) has accomplished a lot in the past three years.

Texas state Rep. Ann Johnson honors Rice faculty, researchers and alumni with proclamations

Texas state Rep. Ann Johnson, whose legislative district includes Rice University, visited campus Feb. 29 to present resolutions from the 88th Texas Legislative session to Rice faculty, researchers and alumni.

New CAAAS director Sherwin Bryant talks Black History Month, vision for center’s future

Sherwin Bryant is approaching his new role as director of the Center for African and African American Studies (CAAAS) with energy, enthusiasm and a vision that he said reflects the capacious and thoughtful energy that went into creating the center.