Valeria is a junior at Rice University studying Psychology. Adjusting to life at Rice was initially challenging, but joining HACER (The Hispanic Association for Cultural Enrichment at Rice), helped Valeria find a home away from home!

Lívia is a junior at Rice studying Astrophysics. As an international student from Brazil, Lívia has worked hard to balance her academic workload with her personal life. Here, she shares some Rice resources that were helpful to her as she learned to navigate life in a new environment.

Princess is a sophomore at Brown College studying Health Sciences. Learn more about how Princess stays active on campus by taking advantage of the many resources that Rice has to offer.

Radhani is a senior at Rice studying Operations Research. She spent last summer in the UK studying abroad at the London School of Economics. Learn more about how she leveraged the resources available through Rice’s Office of Study Abroad to make the experience possible!

Lena is a sophomore at Will Rice College studying Operations Research. Last year, she participated in Rice University’s annual relay race, Rice Bike Race, for the first time. Not only did this experience help her discover a new love for cycling, it also encouraged her to step out of her comfort zone.

Jack, an international student at Rice, kicked off this year’s LNY celebrations at the Chinese New Year Gala hosted by the Rice University Chinese Students and Scholars Association. Discover how he ushered in the Year of the Snake with crafts, food and friends!

Delaney, a senior at Rice, completed a summer internship in Madrid through one of the study abroad programs offered through the Department of Modern and Classical Literatures and Cultures in the School of Humanities. Discover how this immersive opportunity further enhanced her Rice experience!

Annie is a senior at Rice studying Latin American & Latinx Studies History. Her time at Rice has been greatly enriched by her experiences abroad. Here, she shares how the Office of Study Abroad has been an invaluable resource to her.

Caitlin is a junior at Rice who has been participating in club sports since her freshman year. Here, she shares why she loves the club sports and intramurals atmosphere on campus!

Jack, a sophomore at Rice, had the opportunity to travel to the Bay Area for an externship experience with Richard Beard Architects. Not only did Jack gain a deeper understanding of real-life architectural design and construction during his externship, but he also discovered a dynamic new city and its rich culture along the way.

The Owl Edge Externship Program at Rice is offered through the Center for Career Development (CCD) and provides undergraduate students with the unique opportunity to explore different careers and industries through short-term, hands-on learning experiences. Navya, Jones ‘27, spent a few days over winter recess shadowing a Rice alumnus at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. Discover the valuable insights she gained from her externship by reading about her experience.

The Loewenstern Fellowship connects students at Rice with opportunities to conduct civic research and critical service with nonprofit organizations outside of the United States. Neha, Lovett ‘26, shares her experience as a Lowenstern Fellow interning in Bolivia.