Angelica Hernandez

A&E 2/18/25 10:34pm

Spring Archi Market blooms

By Angelica Hernandez

Candy hearts, pastel crafts and the hum of excited chatter transformed Anderson Hall into a makeshift bazaar Feb. 10 for the 12th iteration of Archi Market, a student-run market where vendors sold items: hand-beaded jewelry to homemade iced coffee in celebration of Valentine’s Day.

A&E 12/3/24 11:15pm

Find some modern holiday joy with these new holiday hits

By Angelica Hernandez

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. 

A&E 11/19/24 10:54pm

Fall Chamber Music Festival shines

By Angelica Hernandez

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.  

A&E 10/22/24 11:21pm

Students explore activism and solidarity through art

By Angelica Hernandez

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. 

A&E 10/8/24 11:34pm

R2: The Rice Review showcases student talent at open mic night

By Angelica Hernandez

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.

A&E 10/1/24 10:59pm

‘Layers of complexity’: SPAN 406 explores Latin American cinema

By Angelica Hernandez

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.