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Rice introduces Tommy McClelland as director of athletics

Rice University formally introduced Tommy McClelland as the school’s new vice president and director of athletics during a morning press conference Aug. 15.

New students break bread with president

The university’s newest Owls enjoyed a Texas barbecue dinner with President Reginald DesRoches during the president’s welcome party to conclude the second day of O-Week Aug. 14.

President DesRoches inauguration book makes online debut

A new book detailing President Reginald DesRoches inauguration and early days at the helm of the university is available for viewing online.

Class of 2027 lauded for diversity, talent during matriculation address

Fireworks lit up the sky over Lovett Hall and the Sallyport the night of Aug. 13 as the incoming Class of 2027’s first day of O-Week culminated with Rice’s annual matriculation ceremony.

Melinda Spaulding Chevalier named VP for public affairs at Rice

Melinda Spaulding Chevalier, an Emmy Award-winning communicator, brand strategist, crisis management expert and community affairs leader, has been named Rice University’s next vice president for public affairs.

DesRoches announces Melinda Spaulding Chevalier as VP for public affairs at Rice

Rice President Reginald DesRoches announced Melinda Spaulding Chevalier as the next vice president for public affairs at Rice University Aug. 2, 2023.

Rice, Texas Southern host national Youth Leadership Summit

Rice joined forces with Texas Southern University to host the National Urban League’s Youth Leadership Summit .

President DesRoches names Tommy McClelland as new director of athletics at Rice

President Reginald DesRoches announced to the Rice community July 30 that Tommy McClelland, deputy athletic director at Vanderbilt University, will join Rice as the university’s next director of athletics.

DesRoches announces Tommy McClelland as Rice's next director of athletics

Rice University President Reginald DesRoches announced in a message to the campus today that Tommy McClelland will be the school’s next director of athletics.

Ruth Simmons to deliver 2023 Jefferson Lecture in the Humanities

Rice President’s Distinguished Fellow Ruth Simmons will deliver the 2023 Jefferson Lecture in the Humanities, the National Endowment for the Humanities announced July 26.

President DesRoches names Stephen Bayer VP for development and alumni relations

Rice President Reginald DesRoches has announced Stephen Bayer as Rice’s next vice president for development and alumni relations.

Stephen Bayer named VP for development and alumni relations at Rice

Stephen Bayer, a seasoned fundraiser with over 22 years of leadership experience in higher education, has been named vice president for development and alumni relations at Rice University, effective Sept. 26.

Rice announces commitment to advance interdisciplinary research at new and existing research institutes

Rice has announced an initial commitment to fund groundbreaking, interdisciplinary research at five new and existing institutes across campus.

Rice leaders featured in French news

Rice President Reginald DesRoches and Vice President for Research Ramamoorthy Ramesh have been featured in multiple French news articles after visiting the Rice Global Paris Center this summer.

Ruth Simmons joins 'CBS Mornings' to discuss affirmative action ruling

Ruth Simmons, President’s Distinguished Fellow at Rice, joined “CBS Mornings” on Friday, June 30, to discuss the impact the Supreme Court’s ruling on affirmative action will have and how schools can continue to work towards diverse student bodies.