Communications

You arrived at Rice during the end of the COVID pandemic, witnessed global conflicts, and lived through uncertainty in higher education and employment. Yet here you stand, strong as ever. I remain inspired by your resilience, your courage, your accomplishments, and your capacity to lead with both heart and purpose. And wherever life takes you, remember — you are part of this community for life. You now join more than 68,000 Rice alumni around the world who share your curiosity, your ambition, and your commitment to making a difference. We cannot wait to see what you do next. To the one-and-only incredible Class of 2026 — Congratulations!