Living legend brings ‘The Ghosts of Versailles’ to life at Shepherd School
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.
Rice to celebrate staff achievements April 23
Rice will host its annual appreciation event to celebrate staff accomplishments at 9 a.m. April 23 at Tudor Fieldhouse. The gathering will include remarks by President Reginald DesRoches, acknowledgment of service anniversaries from five to 50 years in five-year increments and special recognition of notable employees.
Rice's Owl Edge Externship Program offers students a unique opportunity to explore various career paths through hands-on, short-term learning experiences.
A city of museums, a campus of art
With its campus nestled in Houston’s Museum District, Rice has built a model for what a university-art museum partnership can look like.
‘A more caring and connected campus’: Rice celebrates Pride Week April 7-12
Rice University is celebrating joy, friendship and fellowship as part of its annual Pride Week. An array of events are planned throughout this week designed to spark connection and engagement in meaningful dialogue in a space where all identities are welcome.
Rice’s 68th annual Beer Bike bash rolls through
Rice's campus was bursting with color, cheer and friendly chaos April 5 as students gathered for the 68th annual Beer Bike — one of the school’s most cherished traditions.
Sustainability festival opens Earth Month on campus with record attendance
Rice’s Office of Sustainability held its second annual Earth Month Kickoff Festival April 1 at the Grand Hall in Rice Memorial Center. The event showcased various campus student organizations and departments as well as community nonprofits and businesses that work to advance sustainability within the Houston area.
Study Abroad Photo Contest winners announced
The winners of the 2025 Study Abroad Photo Contest have been announced by the Office of Study Abroad at Rice.
Shepherd School’s 50th Anniversary Community Day opens doors through music
The event was an open-to-all free celebration packed with musical performances, interactive activities and hands-on fun for visitors of all ages.
inThread works the runway with sustainable fashion in collaborative show featuring Houston designers
Rice recently hosted inThread’s second annual fashion show, celebrating the group’s mission of practicing sustainable design and showcasing emerging local talent. The organization is Rice’s student fashion and sewing club.
2 campus teams from Human Resources recognized by Rice Board of Trustees
The Rice Board of Trustees recently recognized two groups from Human Resources for outstanding performance: the talent acquisition and human resource information systems teams.
Propelling the future of prosthetics
Pranai Reddy, a senior studying business management, biochemistry and entrepreneurship, has spent his time at Rice University figuring out how to improve the usability in prosthetic hands and how to give students a hands-on learning experience in venture capital.
Spring blooms brightly at Rice
To celebrate Rice's azaleas’ eye-catching beauty in full bloom, the university’s Office of Public Affairs hosted Rice Blue in Bloom March 26 outside Cohen House.
Rejoicing during Women’s History Month: A conversation with 35-year Rice employee Jan West
Rice celebrates Women's History Month by spotlighting Jan West, who has worked for the university for more than three decades.
Donation from Sinise Foundation expands REMS’ lifesaving services
Rice’s Emergency Medical Services received a donation from the Gary Sinise Foundation that will expand its capability to provide lifesaving care to the campus community.
