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SPORTS 3/5/24 10:52pm

Wrecked at Reckling: Owls swept by LSU and Stanford

By Diego Palos Rodriguez and Ana Rivera

Reckling Park and the Owls hosted some of the country’s best players this past week, starting with a 16-4 loss against the defending national champions, Louisiana State University, on March 5, followed by a three-game series against Stanford University, ultimately getting swept.

NEWS 3/5/24 10:51pm

Hopkins dives into Black history at Rice archives

By Brandon Chen and Njwi Achoh

Rice’s Black History Month Committee hosted a series of over 20 events, spanning academic and social spheres and facilitating conversations around the history of African Americans throughout the month.

NEWS 3/5/24 10:51pm

David Leebron joins Texas-focused policy center as incoming president and CEO

By Keegan Leibrock

Former Rice president David Leebron has been named the incoming president and CEO of Texas 2036, a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that uses data and research to address issues in Texas policy.

NEWS 2/29/24 8:08am

Astronaut Peggy Whitson ’86 to speak at 2024 commencement

By Riya Misra

Peggy Whitson ’86, widely dubbed “America’s most experienced astronaut,” will speak at the 2024 commencement ceremony May 4, President Reggie DesRoches announced in an email to the Rice community Feb. 29.

NEWS 2/27/24 11:08pm

Faculty, students host vigil for scholars in Gaza

By Maria Morkas

Community members gathered in Ray’s Courtyard Feb. 26 for an event titled “Scholasticide is Genocide, a Vigil for our Colleagues in Gaza.”

NEWS 2/27/24 11:02pm

Construction begins on two new residential colleges

By Riya Misra and Kenzie Langhorne

After the demolition of the old Sid Richardson College building finished last semester, construction of the two new colleges will begin soon.

NEWS 2/27/24 11:02pm

‘He wasn’t one for slowing down’: Ron Sass remembered

By Prasi Desai

Ron Sass, a Rice professor for over 60 years, passed away Jan. 9. Sass was a renowned educator, winning the George R. Brown Prize for Excellence in Teaching, among many others. He retired in 2005 as Harry C. and Olga K. Wiess Professor Emeritus of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and as a global climate change fellow at the Baker Institute.

A&E 2/27/24 11:01pm

Chaus launches new art gallery

By Chiara Moretti

Coffeehouse unveiled new art lining the walls of their cafe space on Feb. 18, featuring student artists and photographers. The project is helmed by keepers of coffee Caroline Leung and Kate Hilton, who lead a committee called “Espresso Yourself” that aims to highlight student creativity and art.

SPORTS 2/27/24 11:00pm

Baseball takes series against Ragin’ Cajuns, falls short of sweep finale

By Ana Rivera

Over the weekend, Rice Baseball secured a series win on the road against the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, capturing victories on Feb. 23 and Feb. 24 with scores of 2-1 and 6-1, respectively. However, their quest for a sweep fell short as they suffered a 3-0 loss on Sunday afternoon.

NEWS 2/23/24 9:04pm

SA presidential debate centers around budget

By James Cancelarich

Student Association presidential candidates Jae Kim and Trevor Tobey discussed their vision for the presidency and the SA at the Thresher’s SA debate on Monday, Feb. 19. Candidates for secretary and treasurer, the other contested elections, also took the stage during the night.

NEWS 2/23/24 9:04pm

Rice settles financial aid lawsuit for $33.75 million

By Prayag Gordy

Rice has reached a $33.75 million settlement in the financial aid “cartel” lawsuit today, according to court filings. Rice denied wrongdoing in the settlement.

A&E 2/23/24 9:03pm

Soul Night combines resilience and creativity to celebrate Black community

By Juliana Lightsey

A one-night-only cultural showcase, Soul Night reflects the artistry and creative lexicon of Rice’s Black Student Association. This year’s showcase is award show-themed, combining music, dance, spoken word and fashion in the form of a narrative musical. The show takes place at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24 in Hamman Hall. Tickets are $10 and include a pre-show dinner at 5 p.m.

SPORTS 2/20/24 10:26pm

Tennis roots propel Grear into final Rice season

By Kathleen Ortiz

Alyss Allen Grear wasn’t yet pregnant with her sons when she made a silent wish for twins. It was the late 1990s, and Grear was watching Serena and Venus Williams play tennis on her television. She had never played tennis in her life, but watching the Williams sisters, she decided that one day she wanted her kids to play the sport.

NEWS 2/20/24 10:25pm

Community members protest Condoleezza Rice event at Baker Institute

By Belinda Zhu

Students and community members gathered in the Central Quad Feb. 15 to protest Condoleezza Rice, former secretary of state and national security advisor to George W. Bush, coming to campus, demanding that the university “divest from death.” A Houston Police Department officer at the protest estimated nearly 100 protesters were in attendance throughout.

NEWS 2/20/24 10:25pm

S.RES 12 calls for housing accommodations for trans and gender non-conforming students

By Viola Hsia

The Student Association passed a resolution to provide support and begin the process of providing accommodations for transgender and gender non-conforming students Feb. 12. The resolution, which was introduced Jan. 24, passed with everyone in attendance voting in favor.

SPORTS 2/20/24 10:24pm

Owls swept by Fighting Irish in season-opening series

By Ana Rivera

Kicking off the season with high hopes, Rice baseball faced a tough start this past weekend. They were swept by the University of Notre Dame at home in their opening series, unable to secure a victory over three games. The Owls suffered a 3-1 loss on Friday night, followed by a 9-5 defeat on Saturday afternoon and concluded with a 13-10 loss on Sunday.

NEWS 2/13/24 11:09pm

Rice kicks off Black History Month

By Belinda Zhu

Rice is celebrating Black History Month with a variety of events. This year’s national theme for Black History Month, an annual celebration in February dedicated to recognizing African Americans’ achievements and contributions in U.S. history, is “African Americans and the Arts.” Events at Rice include a lecture series, hangouts and a first-ever kickoff event.

NEWS 2/13/24 11:08pm

Kim, Brown College president, runs for SA president on platform of advocacy and internal reform

By Maria Morkas

Finishing his term as Brown College president, Jae Kim is running for Student Association president. He has previously served Brown as a senator and new student representative.

NEWS 2/13/24 11:08pm

Tobey, Hanszen College senator, cites budget and efficiency as mission for SA presidency

By Maria Morkas

Trevor Tobey, wrapping up his term as Hanszen College senator, is running for Student Association president. Studying economics and sports management, Tobey, a sophomore, has previously served as a Hanszen new student representative.

NEWS 2/13/24 11:07pm

Disability report ranks Rice 35th

By James Cancelarich

A disability ranking study placed Rice as 35th in the country out of 106 universities studied for disability inclusion and access in higher education.

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Wrecked at Reckling: Owls swept by LSU and Stanford

Hopkins dives into Black history at Rice archives

David Leebron joins Texas-focused policy center as incoming president and CEO

Astronaut Peggy Whitson ’86 to speak at 2024 commencement

Faculty, students host vigil for scholars in Gaza

Construction begins on two new residential colleges

‘He wasn’t one for slowing down’: Ron Sass remembered

Chaus launches new art gallery

Baseball takes series against Ragin’ Cajuns, falls short of sweep finale

SA presidential debate centers around budget

Rice settles financial aid lawsuit for $33.75 million

Soul Night combines resilience and creativity to celebrate Black community

Tennis roots propel Grear into final Rice season

Community members protest Condoleezza Rice event at Baker Institute

S.RES 12 calls for housing accommodations for trans and gender non-conforming students

Owls swept by Fighting Irish in season-opening series

Rice kicks off Black History Month

Kim, Brown College president, runs for SA president on platform of advocacy and internal reform

Tobey, Hanszen College senator, cites budget and efficiency as mission for SA presidency

Disability report ranks Rice 35th

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