Jack Turner ’25 spent the fall semester interning with the 2024 College Football Playoff Host Committee. One of his final responsibilities was working the National Championship game Jan 8 at NRG Stadium where Michigan defeated Washington 34-13.
Ruth Simmons joins Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation board
Rice University’s Ruth Simmons, a President’s Distinguished Fellow, has accepted an invitation to join the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation’s Board of Directors.
Fast-rising star conductor Lidiya Yankovskaya, music director of the Chicago Opera Theater and founder of the Refugee Orchestra Project, will lead the Rice University Shepherd School Symphony Orchestra in a Feb. 2 performance with works exploring different shades of the human experience.
Rice to hold winter clothing drive Jan. 22-31
Rice University’s Emergency Medical Services and Housing and Dining departments have teamed up for a winter clothing drive set for Jan. 22-31.
Rice Global welcomes delegation from Indian Institute of Science
As part of its strategic global initiative, Rice University recently welcomed a presidential delegation from the Indian Institute of Science. The group of Rice leadership and IISc representatives discussed their current collaboration while also mining ways to extend future efforts.
Rice celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day with powerful words and music
Rice University paid respect to the legacy of pioneering civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. with a series of events meant to remember the past and provide inspiration for the future.
Friedman Holistic Garden Director Joseph Novak honored by Rice Board of Trustees
Rice University’s Board of Trustees recently recognized Joseph R. Novak, faculty lecturer in the biosciences department and director of the Betty and Jacob Friedman Holistic Garden, for his contributions to both the university and the community.
’Tis the season of giving . . . and engineering
The holiday season kicked off early this year for a Rice staff member who received a welcome and much-needed gift from a team of freshman engineering students.
Joseph Novak honored by Rice Board of Trustees
Rice University’s Board of Trustees recognized Joseph Novak, faculty lecturer in the biosciences department and director of the Betty and Jacob Friedman Holistic Garden, for his contributions to both the university and the community. He has been a faculty member since 2014.
Campus Services and Sustainability Department announces winter break hours, closures
During the winter break, several of Rice University’s Campus Services and Sustainability operations will undergo amended hours. Here is a list of the change.
Rice student-athlete Ahalya Lettenberger named Marshall Scholar
Rice swimmer and recent graduate Ahalya Lettenberger is one of 51 students nationwide selected for a 2024 Marshall Scholarship, it was announced Dec. 11.
President DesRoches delivers State of the University address
Rice University President Reginald DesRoches delivered a State of the University address Nov. 29 which highlighted points of pride from the past year and provided a look toward the future. The overall address spoke to the university’s successes and its expanding impact.
Rice first responders celebrate Collegiate EMS Week
Rice Emergency Medical Services recently celebrated Collegiate EMS Week, a multiday recognition of campus-based EMS teams that provides an annual opportunity to highlight their activities and educate their communities about lifesaving skills.
Therapy dogs provide escape for Rice students during finals
As per annual tradition, the Rice Student Association and Fondren Library sponsored three sessions with therapy dogs the week of Dec. 4.