Maham Sewani

FEATURES 2/2/21 9:33pm

Black at Rice: Oria Wilson-Iguade talks dancing and Black Excellence Gala

By Maham Sewani

The first time Oria Wilson-Iguade stepped foot onto Rice’s campus for a tour, she felt a bit out of place. That feeling of unease, however, was temporary, as Wilson-Iguade quickly found her place among the Black community at Rice SOAR, an event for prospective students. 

FEATURES 10/27/20 10:15pm

Tina’s Tinys: Rice senior sells masks and earrings to support movement for racial justice

By Maham Sewani

Over the summer, face masks became the hottest accessory — and a required safety measure, depending on where you live. Along with the COVID-19 pandemic, this summer was filled with protests that swept across the country against anti-Black racism and police brutality. While she was at home this summer, Sid Richardson College senior Tina Liu found a way to aid both causes.  

FEATURES 9/20/20 7:56pm

Senior Spotlight: Sarah Kim finds growth at Rice

By Maham Sewani

The enticing aroma of spicy rice cakes wafting down the street. The stark contrast of the chilly winter air. These are some of Sarah Kim’s favorite childhood memories: walking down the street near her apartment in Seoul to get rice cakes from street vendors with her parents and younger brother. The Baker College senior said her experiences living in South Korea with her family hold a special place in her heart.