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  • Two people in white shirts with the Rice crest and the FIFA World Cup 2026 logo posing for the camera
    Thousands gather at Rice Stadium for a popular World Cup tradition - the Netherlands Oranje Fanwalk.
  • Large crowd of people following two orange buses past a traffic light and through trees
    Two iconic orange buses lead the march, where thousands dressed in orange take the 2.5 mile trek to NRG stadium (aka Houston Stadium).
  • A blue Owl mascot surrounded by people in orange, walking toward a person with an orange hand fan
    Sammy the Owl is also here to cheer on the Netherlands soccer team before their big game!
  • Two ladies in green jerseys standing with raised arms, mouths open mid-cheer
    As an official FIFA World Cup 2026 sponsor in Houston, Rice hosts watch parties for the Rice community.
  • A large screen depicting a wide shot of a soccer field during a World Cup match.
    Today, Mexico plays South Africa, officially opening the world cup and Rice’s watch party series.
  • Two people excitedly hugging, one with back turned to the camera, the other mid-scream
    GOAL! The watch party attendees could not be more excited to see Mexico’s big win live.
  • A blue soccer ball sitting on the pathway in front of the open archway of an old-architecture building
  • A blue soccer ball with writing on it, sitting on a cobblestone pathway
    To celebrate the World Cup, the Rice campus has been decorated with commemorative soccer balls.
  • Bugs-eye-view shot of a soccer ball on a grassy field, with a building in the background
    Visit Rice University to tour the campus and find all the soccer balls today!
  • Two people dancing, holding accordion shaped props
    The South Asian Society at Rice hosts their popular cultural showcase - Dhamaka!
  • Girl singing, holding a mic away from her face as she hits a high note
    Dhamaka performers bring out touches of South Asian culture with singing, dance and a fashion show.
  • Three girls in Indian dresses leaning against one another, smiling
    Along with student performances, great memories and delicious food make Dhamaka a night to remember!
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