Sociology

Forecasters predicting 17 named storms in Atlantic this hurricane season

Experts from Rice are available to speak with the media about hurricane and storm-related topics.

Rice scholar discusses First American pontiff, Pope Leo XIV

Rice sociologist and religious scholar Craig Considine is available to provide analysis and commentary on the Catholic Church’s next leader and the first American pontiff in history, Pope Leo XIV.

Rice scholar available to discuss selection of next pope

As the Vatican prepares to choose the next leader of the Roman Catholic Church, Rice University sociologist Craig Considine is available to provide analysis and commentary on the conclave to select the next pope, the critical issues facing the Catholic church and the potential direction the next Pope may take on a number of issues.

Rice scholar examines Pope Francis’ legacy of interfaith relations, human rights and a more representative Catholic Church

Following Pope Francis’ death, Craig Considine, a senior lecturer in sociology at Rice, scholar of religion and interfaith dialogue is available to discuss the late pontiff’s life and legacy.

Rice experts available to discuss environmental research, insights ahead of Earth Day

As Earth Day approaches April 22, Rice University experts are available to provide insight into their research on a range of environmental topics.

New Rice center focuses on innovation in data, computing and advanced research methods to address societal inequality

A new center at Rice will bring together the insights of the social sciences and the power of computational methods to understand and address inequality in today’s society.

New Rice institute to study lifetime health impacts and develop targeted interventions

Rice University has launched the Institute of Health Resilience and Innovation.

Study suggests racial bias in Angel Reese-Caitlin Clark debate, examines how social media is changing the game

A new study from Rice takes a look at one of the most polarizing sports controversies in recent memory.

Church attendance still in trouble, warns Rice religion expert after new Pew research report

Rice religion expert warns that church attendance remains a major concern as there are still far fewer Americans filling the pews.

Rice public health, vaccine and religion experts available to discuss first measles death in US since 2015

Rice public health, vaccine and religion experts are available to discuss the surge of measles cases.

Mothers with incarcerated children shoulder emotional and financial burdens

The financial and emotional toll borne by mothers whose adult children have experienced incarceration is often overlooked but can exacerbate financial burdens, especially for Black mothers, according to new research from Rice sociologist Brielle Bryan.

New book from sociologist Craig Considine aims to strengthen Christian-Muslim bonds amid worldwide tension

Amid global tensions, a new book from Rice’s Craig Considine endeavors to build and strengthen relations between Christians and Muslims.

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 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 senior aims to change public perceptions of law enforcement officers

The lives and lived experiences of law enforcement professionals were the focus of a Nov. 21 campus event, “Behind the Badge,” organized by Rice University senior Kelsea Whiting.