Rice Continuing Studies prepares Houston teachers, students for success Jan. 27, 2025
The Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies is building relationships and connections in the greater Houston area that are resulting in novel learning opportunities for both students and teachers.
Sandbox Percussion to perform at Shepherd School of Music Feb. 7 Jan. 27, 2025
The Grammy-nominated ensemble Sandbox Percussion, a leading performer of percussion and contemporary chamber music, will present a guest artist recital at Rice’s Shepherd School of Music at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 7 in Wortham Theatre at Alice Pratt Brown Hall.
Stravinsky to Shaw: Shepherd School to showcase musical diversity in back-to-back concerts Jan. 24, 2025
Both events will showcase the talent of the school’s students and faculty while offering audiences a rich and varied repertoire.
Rice celebrates Lunar New Year with events and expert insights Jan. 24, 2025
Rice will mark the Lunar New Year with a series of community events and expert perspectives, highlighting the rich cultural traditions of this holiday.
Dateline Rice for Jan. 24, 2025 Jan. 24, 2025
Dateline Rice for Jan. 24, 2025
New OpenStax digital resource supports the field of neuroscience Jan. 24, 2025
OpenStax, Rice’s initiative to make education affordable and accessible to learners everywhere and the world’s largest publisher of open educational resources (OER), announces the release of “Introduction to Behavioral Neuroscience,” a free, openly licensed digital learning resource.
Remembering John Stroup: Scholar, professor and advocate for the humanities known for academic excellence in his field Jan. 23, 2025
A distinguished scholar of German Protestantism and intellectual history, John Stroup will be remembered for his wit and passion as well as his impact on academia, his colleagues and his students over a career that spanned more than four decades.
Rice alumni participate in inauguration as members of ‘The President’s Own’ U.S. Marine Band Jan. 23, 2025
Ten Rice graduates performed in the 60th inauguration of the President of the United States Jan. 20 as members of “The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band.
Rice names Cheynet associate vice president of human resources Jan. 23, 2025
Sandee Cheynet has been appointed Rice’s associate vice president of human resources and chief human resources officer. Cheynet will take the helm March 24 following Cynthia Pepper, who served in an interim role.
Dateline Rice for Jan. 23, 2025 Jan. 23, 2025
Dateline Rice for Jan. 23, 2025
Staff Spotlight: Carrie Willard Jan. 23, 2025
Staff Spotlight: Carrie Willard
Peter Wolynes wins 2025 National Academy of Sciences Award in Chemical Sciences Jan. 23, 2025
Peter Wolynes has been named the recipient of the 2025 National Academy of Sciences Award in Chemical Sciences.
Cannabis regulation, not bans, will help public safety, Rice Baker Institute report says Jan. 23, 2025
The rapid growth of cannabis products in Texas, combined with growing consumer safety concerns, has led some lawmakers to propose a ban on the hemp industry. However, experts from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy say this approach is unlikely to effectively reduce access to products or improve public safety.
Rice’s Incident Management Team rallies during Winter Storm Enzo Jan. 23, 2025
Rice experienced a historic snowfall Jan. 21, transforming its iconic campus into a winter wonderland. The snowfall blanketed the university’s signature live oaks, the arches of Lovett Hall and the expansive Academic Quadrangle, creating picturesque scenes rarely witnessed in the South.
Shepherd School alumna places third in Houston Grand Opera competition Jan. 22, 2025
Lauren Carroll ’24, a Shepherd School of Music alumna, earned third place in Houston Grand Opera’s 37th annual Eleanor McCollum Competition for Young Singers.
