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Opera students in Florence

Language, legacy and la dolce vita: Shepherd School students explore the roots of opera in Italy

May 30, 2025

The program is designed to deepen students’ fluency in a language essential to the operatic tradition.

Ana Maria Martinez

Shepherd School’s Ana María Martínez earns top honor from state of Texas

May 29, 2025

Martínez joins a distinguished list of honorees that includes fellow and former appointees Norah Jones, Miranda Lambert, Alecia Lawyer, Kevin Prufer and Letitia Huckaby.

Graduation

When Rice feels like family: 2 deans, 2 daughters, an unforgettable commencement

May 14, 2025

It’s not every year that commencement features school deans wearing two hats — as academic leaders and as proud parents. Rice celebrated a rare and heartfelt milestone when two graduating seniors received their diplomas from their own parents.

Doctorate commencent 2025

‘Creating new knowledge:’ Rice congratulates more than 250 doctoral graduates

May 11, 2025

Rice conferred more than 250 doctoral degrees during its 112th commencement May 10 at Tudor Fieldhouse. Doctoral candidates along with friends, family and loved ones gathered for the ceremony, which included the awarding of doctoral regalia, congratulatory remarks, cheers and a few moments to reflect on this milestone.

Undergraduate Commencement 2025

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

May 11, 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.

Advanced degree b-art

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

May 11, 2025

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

Nicholas Brownlee

Shepherd School’s Brownlee wins Richard Tucker Award, the ‘Heisman Trophy of Opera’

May 9, 2025

“This award feels like a dream you don’t even let yourself dream,” Nicholas Brownlee said.

Sophie Urban

Senior Spotlight: Sophie Urban ’25

April 25, 2025

Torn between a conservatory and a university experience, Sophie Urban said she chose Rice for the “best of both worlds”: world-class musical training and a close-knit community.

Leila Josefowicz master class

Leila Josefowicz inspires Shepherd School violinists in master class focused on expression, artistry

April 23, 2025

Celebrated worldwide for her passionate advocacy of new music and her compelling interpretations of major repertoire, Leila Josefowicz brought that same energy and insight to a spirited session at the Shepherd School

New Art / New Music

New Art / New Music connects students and audiences at the Moody

April 22, 2025

This go-round, student composers responded to “Breath(e): Toward Climate and Social Justice,” filling the galleries with sound and giving audiences a different way to experience both the music and the art.

Rice Day at the Capitol photo in the rotunda

Owls fly high in Austin for first Rice Day at the Capitol

April 16, 2025

More than 50 Rice University students, faculty and staff visited the Texas Capitol in Austin April 14 for a day of advocacy, connection and celebration of the university’s impact on the state and beyond.

Ghosts of Versailles

Living legend brings ‘The Ghosts of Versailles’ to life at Shepherd School

April 15, 2025

Before audience members took their seats for the sold-out performances of “The Ghosts of Versailles” at Rice’s Shepherd School of Music, they were treated to rare, behind-the-scenes insight from famed composer John Corigliano.

Miguel Harth-Bedoya

Shepherd School Symphony Orchestra welcomes new leader Miguel Harth-Bedoya with ‘New Beginnings’ concert

April 14, 2025

The concert marks Miguel Harth-Bedoya’s first time conducting the Symphony Orchestra since joining the Shepherd School faculty as distinguished resident director of orchestras and professor of conducting.

Community Day

Shepherd School’s 50th Anniversary Community Day opens doors through music

April 1, 2025

The event was an open-to-all free celebration packed with musical performances, interactive activities and hands-on fun for visitors of all ages.

Arts.Rice.edu

Dedicated arts calendar showcases Rice’s cultural offerings

April 1, 2025

It’s designed for anyone curious about what’s happening in the arts at Rice, from students and faculty to Houston-area residents and visitors.

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