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A Tribe Called Quest Returns with “We got it from Here”

Famed ‘90s avant-garde hip-hop group A Tribe Called Quest has just released “We got it from Here... Thank You 4 Your service,” their first new album in almost 18 years.

“Trolls” is an invigorating fairy tale about finding what makes you happy

2016 has not been a jolly good time — more like angry, depressed and anxious.

‘Into the Inferno’ tackles human fascination with fire

Werner Herzog is one of the most daring filmmakers of all time. From dragging a steamboat across a mountain to forging shooting permits to hypnotizing his actors, Herzog will seemingly do almost anything for the sake of his art.

Baseball makes historic trip to Cuba next week

Two pieces of exciting new apparel just arrived at Reckling Park in anticipation of Rice University baseball’s trip to Cuba beginning on Nov.

Rally Owls: Football comes back from 21-0 deficit to earn first C-USA win

Down 21-0 in the first half to the University of North Carolina, Charlotte, it looked like the Rice University football team was headed to yet another blowout loss.

Volleyball hosts C-USA Tournament as No. 6 seed

The Rice Owls volleyball team (18-11, 10-4) finished its regular season on a high note, sweeping the University of Texas, San Antonio (19-7, 10-4) on Senior Day at Tudor Fieldhouse to avenge a defeat earlier in the season.

The Final Kauntdown: Men's basketball lives up to preseason hype in season opener

I know it’s early, but wow. What Rice men’s basketball did to James Madison University on Sunday afternoon was nothing short of spectacular.

Westheimer Spots Make Art of Dessert

Many would argue the best part of any meal is dessert. As a result, this article will not focus on restaurants but rather cafes solely specializing in indulgent sweets, both cold and hot.

'Moonlight" expertly captures identity struggles

Every year, you hope to see some sort of film that leaves you feeling profoundly changed. Most years yield disappointment, with films holding high aspirations only to go so far, but not quite enough.

New 'Black Mirror' season redelivers

“Black Mirror” is often blurbed as the “Twilight Zone” for the 21st century and it is an apt elevator pitch.

"Atlanta" is a punchy slice of life

 Donald Glover is without question one of the most talented men in show business. A writer, stand-up comedian, rapper who goes under the nom du guerre Childish Gambino) and actor, Glover succeeds in whatever area of the entertainment industry he dabbles in.

Rice’s energy efficiency changes prove to be cost effective

With energy efficiency playing a central role in both environmental and economic discussions, Rice University has been taking steps to limit both its carbon footprint and the economic toll of inefficient energy usage. Director of Sustainability Richard Johnson said Rice takes part in voluntary programs that reduce electricity output during key times, which have totaled $399,405 in revenue and savings. One of these programs, the Emergency Response Service-30, calls Rice from the Electric Reliability Council of Texas during high amounts of energy use and allows 30 minutes for Rice to reduce usage by typically three megawatts.

College masters recommend change to title, SA seeks student input

Following the announcement of the Committee of the Masters’ recommendation to change the title of “college masters,” the Student Association is soliciting student opinion on the proposal, according to SA President Griffin Thomas. The collection of student feedback came at the request of Rice University President David Leebron, Provost Marie Lynn Miranda and Dean of Undergraduates John Hutchinson, with whom the decision ultimately rests.

Rice history closely tied to energy industry

Just as Stanford University is affiliated with Silicon Valley’s booming tech industry and New York University’s Stern School of Business with Wall Street’s banking and finance, Rice is impacted by its location within Houston’s energy and oil driven economy.

Rice pays $12k for late Clean Air paperwork

An Environmental Protection Agency website lists Rice University as in violation of the Clean Air Act for the last 12 quarters and the Safe Drinking Water Act from October 2013 to June 2014.

Architecture teams reimagine Coffeehouse

Changes are coming to Rice Coffeehouse. A three-day architecture design competition, or “mini-charrette,” organized by Architecture Students at Rice and Coffeehouse culminated Friday with the announcement that one team would see their design, “Coffee, Break,” constructed and implemented.

Leebron says Rice’s increasing diversity shows its strength at State of the University Senate meeting

Rice President David Leebron presented his State of the University report to the Student Association Senate meeting Monday evening. Leebron said the university has grown stronger over the past decade, evidenced by the more than doubling of the number of applicants and the increased diversity of the student body.

‘Masters’ title change not a threat to free speech

With most college masters in support of changing their title (see p.1), it does not seem reasonable to invalidate their concerns and their desire for a title more fitting for their roles within the residential college system. Opponents of the change often cite the academic sense of the term “master.” However, consider Rice’s context: William Marsh Rice was a slave owner and used his riches to found the school.

Students should express when SA actions fulfill needs

While the Student Association exists to hear student needs and take action to fulfill them, students in turn need to clearly express feedback when these changes based on student need are made.

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