New AD selection reflects Rice's values
The Thresher commends Rice University for selecting Joe Karlgaard as the new director of athletics (see story, p. 1). In choosing Karlgaard, a former student-athlete himself, Rice shows its devotion to student-athletes. The Thresher believes Karlgaard's experience at Stanford University, a top academic university also known for its competitive athletic program, will help to propel Rice forward athletically while staying true to its commitment to academic excellence.
The Thresher hopes Karlgaard will give much-deserved attention to all sports, not simply big-name sports like football and baseball. The Thresher believes all student-athletes should be recognized for their accomplishments, no matter the sport.
Lastly, the Thresher would like to commend the administration for the way in which the search for the new director was conducted. The Thresher appreciated having student-athlete representatives on the committee so that the important voice of athletes, without whom the athletic program would not exist, could be heard when selecting a director. Through including students in the selection committee, the administration upheld the value it places on student governance and impact. The Thresher wishes Karlgaard luck in the new position and hopes he will give the Rice athletic program the passion it deserves.
Unsigned editorials represent the majority opinion of the Thresher editorial staff. All other opinion pieces represent solely the opinion of the piece's author.
More from The Rice Thresher
Rice to support Harvard in lawsuit against research funding freeze
Rice, alongside 17 other research universities, requested a federal judge for permission to file an amicus curiae brief in support of Harvard University’s lawsuit against the Trump administration over more than $2 billion in frozen research grants.
Mayor Whitmire discusses ‘the state of Houston’ between audience protests at Baker Institute
John Whitmire’s remarks on the city’s budget, transportation and infrastructure were interrupted twice by shouts from audience members at a Baker Institute event May 29. At the event, which was open to the public, Whitmire spoke about the current state of Houston alongside former county judge Ed Emmett.
Rice reaffirms support for international students after Trump administration targets Harvard
Rice and the Office of International Students and Scholars said in a May 23 email that they are monitoring the Trump administration’s actions towards Harvard to bar the school from enrolling international students. A federal judge temporarily halted the move less than 24 hours later.
Please note All comments are eligible for publication by The Rice Thresher.