Mariah Carey’s been whistle-toning in our ears since November 1st, but if Christmas classics are feeling a bit dull, try out these new holiday releases – both originals and reimaginings – aiming for a spot on your Christmas playlist.
Serenades and sonatas rang through the hall as the Shepherd School of Music hosted its annual Fall Chamber Music Festival this past weekend. Students took the stage in small groups, performing on clarinet, piano and more.
While some college students use their voices to protest and call for social change, others opt for a different medium of expression, through painting, sculpture or photography. Some Rice students say activism through art has proven to be a fulfilling avenue of expressing dissent that resounds just as loudly as their voices.
Students filled the air with poetry, music and conversation at R2: The Rice Review’s open mic night Oct. 3, where the spotlight shone on student talent, from soulful singers to stand-up comics. This year’s open mic night celebrated the release of the literary journal’s 20th edition.
Latine Heritage month is in full swing, highlighting Latin American culture and contributions — but one class at Rice isn’t limiting its celebrations to just one month. In SPAN 406: Latin American Cinema, students engage with Hispanic culture through cinema, saying they gain important insights as they do.
