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Learning for life

At Rice, we take knowledge seriously. Of course, that doesn’t mean we don’t have fun. We do. But in the deepest sense, we understand that only those things taken seriously are really fun. If you like this idea, you will like Rice. When you study here, you’ll get more than just a world-class education: The university offers tremendous learning experiences in the classroom and out — across campus, in the city and throughout the world. With more than 3,000 undergraduates, Rice offers the best of both worlds: an exceptional educational experience offered by professors who know your name.

Homecoming
A bird’s eye view from homecoming weekend

Want to experience homecoming weekend at Rice University? Get the complete picture by visiting our photo gallery. With images from class reunions to the Owls’ homecoming victory over Tulane, our gallery offers a comprehensive view of one of the university’s biggest weekend bashes.

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United Way
President's Lecture Series goes deep inside the mind

As the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of a book published in 1979, Douglas Hofstadter has long been interested in exploring the mysteries of consciousness, thinking and creativity. On Tuesday, he'll take the Rice community inside the human mind at the President's Lecture Series .

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International Education Week
Rice celebrates International Education Week

For the first time in school history, Rice University has more than 1,000 international students on campus. That's reason to celebrate. The institution will mark the occasion by hosting a series of intercultural and interscholastic activities for International Education Week. From a "Mini Soccer World Cup" to an international Wii party, find out what events and activities are being planned.

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Kiplinger's Best
Rice ranks among the nation’s best values

With the nation lingering in an economic downturn, students and parents are looking for a world-class education at the right price. That’s why they’d be wise to consider Rice University. Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine has once again ranked the institution as one of the nation’s best values among private universities. In the current economic climate, that makes a Rice education worth every penny.

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Student Poll
What is the most exciting feature in Rice’s new state-of-the-art recreation center?
A 2,400-square-foot recreation pool
The 50-meter competition pool
Indoor and outdoor basketball courts
Indoor soccer and hockey arena
Multipurpose rooms for fitness and dance classes
A 9,000-square-foot weight and cardio workout room

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