Paul Celan conference brings international experts on poetry to Rice
As one of the most important and influential poets of the 20th century, Paul Celan’s life and work reflect a central ethical and literary concern of his own time: “Can one still write poetry after Auschwitz?”
America Through Foreign Eyes: Popular online course updated with Russian perspective
The massively popular online course, launching Feb. 17, now includes a module on Russian relations and perspectives.
Creative writing workshops and lectures in Spanish offer unique opportunities for Rice, UH students
The Latin American Writer-in-Residency Series brings high-profile Spanish-language authors from across the world to Houston.
Media advisory: Wrestling history revived at Rice Media Center
HOUSTON – (Feb. 13, 2020) – Houston wrestling history, once lost to time, will be resurrected in all its flamboyant glory in a photo and film retrospective at Rice University.
Visiting Artist Lecture Series coming to a close with Gaines, Miller
New York-based writer and artist Malik Gaines gave a lecture Feb. 7 at the Rice Media Center to an auditorium of Rice students, faculty and staff who were also treated to a screening of one of Gaines’ recent short films.
Black History Month at Rice includes returning favorites and new Black Excellence Gala
Nearly every day in February boasts an event in celebration of Black History Month at Rice University.
Where is utopia, and what was that?
People passing through Rice’s academic quad the evening of Jan. 23 may have wondered why a class of over 30 students was surrounding Willy’s statue, dressed in wild costumes and chanting “nonsense” into the night.
Holocaust’s defiant diplomats: Jewish Studies exhibition honors extraordinary envoys
Rayzor Hall lobby now showing ‘Beyond Duty’ throughout spring semester.
New light on the Galveston Movement: Houston Jewish History Archive acquires rare pamphlet
A 1907 guide for immigrants illuminates a fascinating chapter in Texas history.
McCabe’s 'Works on Paper' on view at Rice Media Center
Former VADA studio manager's exhibition brings together selection of paintings and drawings.
English prof’s new BBC radio show contemplates complex feelings on climate change
Despair, depression and guilt aren’t helping us — or the planet. What will?