The President's Welcome not only featured food but colleges, such as Wiess College pictured here, got to show off their O-Week Dance!

President DesRoches hosted his first President's Welcome where he greeted new students, served some classic Texas BBQ, and provided a warm and welcoming atmosphere for their first week on campus.

Our unforgettable matriculation ceremony ensures that our newest students officially enter Rice with a bang.

New students not only get a crash course in all things Rice for O-Week, but also experience Rice's culture of care, with current students serving as advisors, mentors and even movers!

McMurtry college brought their best pun to Rice's O-Week to welcome new Murts to the Yurt (aka, their residential college).

For one final, bittersweet tradition, the graduating presidents from Lovett and Baker colleges lead their seniors on one last walk to commencement.

Our uniquely accepting community means that you will not only have a fun and fulfilling student experience, but that you'll find a lifelong community of support that lasts long after graduation.

Rice’s graduation ceremony, celebrates all of the accomplishments of our students, recognizing where they came from and their bright future that lies ahead.

The end of the semester brings lots of performances for students to attend, including Mariachi Luna Llena, Rice's very own mariachi band.

During finals, students had the opportunity to take a break from studying by visiting therapy dogs in the library! This is a study break many Rice students look forward to each semester.

Owl Days is always a great time for students to come to students and even meet alumni who love showing off their Rice spirit in unique ways like with these decorated shoes!

This year, the theme for Africayé was "An Evening in Africa," and performances from students were inspired by their community's stories of truly magical nights in Africa.