Sophie Garlick

FEATURES 11/19/24 10:39pm

A historical hangover: rating past party themes

By Sophie Garlick

Prepare to be horrified, amused and maybe a little concerned as Rice’s most cringe-worthy party themes are revisited. The past remains littered with themes tried and failed, yet necessary for the birth of the parties Rice now enjoys. 

NEWS 11/5/24 11:40pm

First-ever election block party draws crowds

By Sophie Garlick

A line stretched across the academic quad this Election Day. In contrast to previous years, however, the line was not for voting at the Sewall Hall polling location — it was for the first-ever election block party hosted by the Center for Civic Engagement.  The event aimed to encourage student voting and engagement in politics, complete with a bouncy castle, free food and a DJ.

NEWS 10/8/24 10:24pm

New faculty hires set the curve this semester

By Sophie Garlick

Over 100 new faculty began their first semester at Rice this fall in one of the largest hirings to date. Professors John Baugh, Michael King, Cynthia Reinhart-King, David Sarlah and Eve Dunbar joined as tenured faculty. 

NEWS 10/1/24 10:45pm

Fondren unveils fresh technology

By Sophie Garlick

Fondren Library revamped their ‘how-to’ Canvas module and website and soundproofed the audio and photography rooms after student suggestions. Smart locks and preferred name displays are currently under beta testing and could launch as early as January.

FEATURES 9/25/24 12:01am

Drip(s) through the decades

By Sophie Garlick

The year is 1958; the time period, B.C. — Before Coffee. Long ahead of us are the days where caffeine becomes a language unto itself and your intake status equates your current mood.