Not only is Romanticism a historical period, it is also an idea that has shaped our contemporary world. In the course Romanticism: Ruins, Race, Revolution taught by the Department of English in the School of Humanities, the three core concepts of Romanticism are examined through the study of texts and visual art. By looking at novels, poems, philosophy, history, paintings and film from the eighteenth century through present day, students discover how ruins, race and revolutions have been central to the formation of key concepts such as love, longing, beauty, justice and equality in our lives.

Go on a culinary journey with Naman and Devika as they give you an insider's look at CHEM 178: The Chemistry of Cooking. Co-taught by Dr. Lesa Tran Lu and Chef Johnny Curet, this unique class examines the chemistry involved in the composition, transformation and consumption of food.

Innovative, high-growth startups in the clean energy transition and high-tech space came onto Rice Campus, eager to tap into the talent pool of current Owls. The Liu Idea Lab for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (LILIE) hosted a Startup Job & Internship Fair in partnership with the Center of Career Development. Follow along as Anya Y. ('26) shares her experience at the fair. 

Jaclynn and Ayla are both students at Rice pursuing art. While Jaclynn works with multiple mediums, Ayla’s concentration is filmmaking and interdisciplinary projects. Take a closer look at their artistic pursuits and learn more about how the support and mentorship of the Art Department has helped to nurture their creative passions.

In this blog post, four students share the research endeavors that led them on an illuminating journey through the realm of social sciences. Find out more about the passion, dedication and intellectual curiosity of our students, as well as their commitment to addressing societal challenges, fostering inclusivity and shaping a more equitable future.

The Boniuk Institute is dedicated to understanding and promoting religious tolerance through educational programming and multidisciplinary research. Here is one student’s experience with the Institute.

Naman and Devika are back after a semester away studying abroad! Follow along as they visit Chaus, the Fondren Library and the Rice Memorial Center to ask students: Who is your favorite professor at Rice?

Experiential learning is a big part of the Rice experience, and there is no shortage of exciting opportunities available to our humanities students. Hear more about this Bakerite’s experience with the Baker Institute for Public Policy!

Xavier always had a passion for learning languages, and he wanted to make sure he could continue this interest once he came to Rice. Sure enough, Rice offered him a plethora of resources and opportunities to improve the languages he already knew and learn new languages.

Our Academic Projects at Rice series highlights different student projects within each school of study. This Engineering at Rice post highlights Lily's internship working with a research associate at the Baker Institute of Public Policy, exploring the interdisciplinary intersections of public policy and environmental engineering.

Though Rice has recently added a business major for undergraduates, there has been a thriving community of business students and organizations at Rice for years! Joining a business-related club is a great way to learn about potential career paths, develop business skills, and make new friends.

As a leading research university with a distinctive commitment to undergraduate education, Rice University aspires to pathbreaking research, unsurpassed teaching, and contribution to the betterment of our world. It seeks to fulfill this mission by cultivating a diverse community of learning and discovery that produces leaders across the spectrum of human endeavor.