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Rice moves up more than 20 spots in QS World University Rankings

Rice has advanced 22 spots in the 2026 edition of the QS World University Rankings, climbing to No. 119 globally and No. 29 among U.S. universities.

Rice champions research and innovation during Texas’ legislative session

The Texas 89th Legislative Session marked a milestone for Rice's government relations efforts as the university played a vital role in advancing key legislative priorities that support research, student health and higher education opportunities in the state.

Rice welcomes 3 new members to board of trustees

Rice University has appointed three distinguished alumni to its board of trustees.

Remembering E. William ‘Bill’ Barnett ’55: Visionary leader and former Rice Board chairman

Rice University is mourning the passing of E. William “Bill” Barnett ’55, an esteemed alumnus, former chairman of the Rice Board of Trustees and a transformative figure in the university’s modern history.

Rice Update: Student visa changes and our commitment to international students

Recent federal developments concerning student visa processing have created increasing uncertainty for many international students. Members of Rice leadership sent an update May 30.

Rice to offer Bachelor of Science in artificial intelligence

To prepare the next generation of innovators and thought leaders in AI, Rice will offer a Bachelor of Science in AI beginning in the fall of 2025.

Lydia Kavraki named University Professor, the highest faculty distinction at Rice

In a landmark moment for Rice, renowned computer scientist Lydia E. Kavraki has been named a University Professor, the institution’s highest academic rank. She becomes only the 11th person and the third woman in the university’s 112-year history to earn this prestigious title.

Biotech pioneer Robert Langer delivers President’s Lecture at Rice

Rice welcomed renowned biomedical engineer and entrepreneur Robert Langer to campus for the President’s Lecture Series.

ENRICH Office’s Health Innovations Symposium showcases Rice-TMC biomedical collaboration ecosystem

Rice’s ENRICH Office hosted a two-day symposium April 24-25 at Helix Park highlighting the encompassing range of biomedical research at the university and the network of collaborations with institutions across the Texas Medical Center.

A night to remember: Rice celebrates the undergraduate Class of 2025

Rice conferred more than 2,900 degrees to its newest graduates — the most in the university’s history — during its 112th commencement weekend held May 9-10.

Owl-standing achievements: Rice celebrates more than 750 graduates at advanced degree commencement ceremony

More than 750 freshly minted advanced degree graduates took their well-earned strolls across the stage at Rice's Tudor Fieldhouse May 10.

‘A new chapter’: Rice breaks ground on Moody Center Complex for Student Life

Rice marked a major milestone with the groundbreaking of the Moody Center Complex for Student Life, a bold step toward enhancing the student experience through connection, engagement and growth.

Christopher Johns-Krull to serve as interim EVP for research

Christopher Johns-Krull , professor of physics and astronomy, will serve as interim executive vice president for research, beginning July 1.

Rice to break ground on Moody Center Complex for Student Life May 8

Rice will break ground on the Moody Center Complex for Student Life at 3 p.m. May 8, marking a transformative moment for the university’s commitment to student engagement, development and success.

National Academy of Sciences elects Lydia Kavraki as a member

Lydia Kavraki, a leading researcher in robotics, computational biomedicine and artificial intelligence at Rice, has been elected to the National Academy of Sciences, one of the world’s foremost professional societies dedicated to honoring achievement in science and outstanding original research.