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Global Impact, Local Footprint: Hosting the FIFA World Cup

Working on a major global event is a common goal for anyone interested in the sports industry, but at Rice, these opportunities can often start earlier than expected. I’m Jacob L., Hanszen '27, and over the past year, I worked with the Houston Host City Committee to prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here’s a look at my experience and the lessons I learned while helping to lay the groundwork for the tournament.

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A guy standing in front of a World Cup trophy
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My Rice Life

Our students share captured moments in their Rice life.

Two people in white shirts with the Rice crest and the FIFA World Cup 2026 logo posing for the camera
Large crowd of people following two orange buses past a traffic light and through trees
A blue Owl mascot surrounded by people in orange, walking toward a person with an orange hand fan
Two ladies in green jerseys standing with raised arms, mouths open mid-cheer
A large screen depicting a wide shot of a soccer field during a World Cup match.
Two people excitedly hugging, one with back turned to the camera, the other mid-scream
A blue soccer ball sitting on the pathway in front of the open archway of an old-architecture building
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The Savvy Applicant

Introducing the Application Advice Series

Rice’s new virtual event series is geared towards helping you nail all your college applications.

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Four Tips for Writing Your Supplemental Essays

Essay tips from an admission counselor.

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Navigating Recommendation Letters

Securing letters that enhance your application.

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