Tegan is a senior at Rice studying Health Sciences. She participated in Rice’s Alternative Spring Break (ASB), working with organizations in Houston and Austin that champion refugee maternal health. She shares insights into the challenges refugees face and how Rice University is supporting this vulnerable population.

Each year, the Hispanic Association for Cultural Enrichment at Rice (HACER) brings Latine culture to life through ¡Ritmo! — a showcase of music, dance, poetry and art. 

Maya is a senior at Rice studying Health Sciences and English, and she is a part of the Rice Health Advisors (RHA) program. Learn more about how RHAs at Rice support students with health education, supplies and peer guidance.

Whether you’ve played water polo before or have never touched a water polo ball in your life, the Rice Women’s Club Water Polo team is a space where everyone is welcome and celebrated. Known for its supportive and uplifting spirit, this team values building strong friendships just as much as succeeding in the pool.

Bela is an international student from Abu Dhabi studying Political Science. To feel more connected to her Desi heritage, Bela decided to join the Rice South Asian Society during her freshman year. Here, she shares how cultural groups at Rice can really help students thrive!

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!

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.

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.

Tinde, Brown '26, is a junior at Rice who is actively involved in several cultural clubs on campus. Here, Tinde shares how participating in cultural clubs is not only fun but also helps you cultivate leadership and people skills that are useful both in and out of the classroom!

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, 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!

Bryant, Sid Richardson ‘25, came to Rice knowing that he wanted to pursue a career in medicine. Here, he discusses how his experience in EMSP 281, Introduction to Prehospital Medicine, allowed him to see medicine in action while also providing the opportunity to directly impact patients.