Beier leads National Academies study on future of military education and training
A new Rice University-led study for the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine reveals how military education can evolve to meet the demands of an increasingly unpredictable world.
Black History Month topics among Rice faculty members’ areas of expertise
Black History Month, celebrated each February, honors the profound contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout U.S. history.
Rice celebrates Lunar New Year with events and expert insights
Rice will mark the Lunar New Year with a series of community events and expert perspectives, highlighting the rich cultural traditions of this holiday.
Owls flock to nation’s capital to sharpen public policy skills
The Jesse Jones Leadership Center Summer in D.C. Policy Research Internship Program from Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy offers undergraduate students hands-on experience in public policy research and analysis in the nation’s capital. Since its inception, the program has provided more than $1.5 million in stipends to students making a difference in Washington, and applications are open.
Rice to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day and his legacy with vigil, parade participation
Rice invites the community to join in celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day with events honoring his life and legacy as well as insights from university experts on the continued relevance of his work.
Rice experts available to speak about proposed economic, immigration and foreign policy plans of incoming president.
Emerging focus on brain health among several Rice researchers’ expertise
Rice is a hub of cutting-edge, multidisciplinary research on the brain. In addition to a critical mass of researchers in the field, Rice is home to entities dedicated to collaborative clinical and scientific research on the brain.
Rice’s Mark Jones available to discuss Texas House speaker race
As members of the Texas House of Representatives prepare to vote for their next leader, Rice political scientist Mark Jones is available to discuss what can be expected.
Rice remembers Peter Mieszkowski, path-breaking professor emeritus of economics
Peter Mieszkowski, professor emeritus of economics and the former Allyn R. and Gladys M. Cline Professor of Economics and Finance at Rice, passed away Dec. 25, 2024.
Rice experts available to address Southern California’s life-threatening wildfires
Rice University experts are available to provide insights into the environmental, infrastructural and societal impacts of the windstorms and wildfires threatening Southern California.
Rice experts available to discuss major earthquake in China
Rice University experts are available to offer insights into the associated risks, impacts and mitigation strategies.
Rice faculty and Baker Institute leadership are remembering former President Jimmy Carter — his life, legacy and connection to the university.
Rice experts available to discuss threats of government shutdown
As Congress debates a funding bill and time runs short to avert a government shutdown, Rice University faculty are available to discuss the rapidly changing situation.
2024 Rice wrap: A look back on a year of ‘transformative growth’
Rice concluded the year on a high note, celebrating a year of transformative growth, achievements and community spirit.
A new study sheds light on the critical role marital relationships play in the mental and physical health of caregivers for spouses living with dementia.
