Calendar of Events

The 2024-25 Jepson Leadership Forum invites scholars and experts to discuss how division and polarization affect American democracy. We will explore how and why divisions have manifested historically and currently in the United States, focusing on their impact on justice, education, politics, culture, technology, and class. 

Cary Wolfe is Bruce and Elizabeth Dunlevie Professor of English at Rice University, and Founding Director of the Center for Critical and Cultural Theory. One of the leading figures in the fields of animal studies, the posthumanities, and the environmental humanities, Wolfe is the author of six books, including The Limits of American Literary Ideology in Pound and Emerson, What is...

Have you ever wondered, “What in the world is networking?” Maybe you’ve heard of networking, but you ask yourself, “How do I actually DO networking?” Maybe you get that, but you’re like, “What do I talk to people about when I network?” Or, you might just want a refresher. Either way, come hang out with us and we will give you information about...

Be ready when global opportunity knocks.

The Humanities Center presents the Language of Man syllabus. Join us, October 3rd in the Humanities Commons at noon for a discussion of Ralph Waldo Emerson's Nature, directed by Cary Wolfe, a Rice English professor. 

Zoning, Housing & Education in the Richmond Region

You and your guests are invited to celebrate what it means to be a Spider alum in yoUR city! Whether you're new to alumni life, new to Chicago, or have been in the area for a while, we invite you to strengthen your web. Enjoy complimentary heavy appetizers and a cash bar while connecting with Spiders in the Windy City.

Cousins Studio Theatre, Modlin Center for the ArtsOctober 3-5, 2024 | 7:30 PMOctober 6, 2024 | 2:00 PMSTOP KISSby Diana SonDirected by Jenny CavenaughIn Stop Kiss by Diana Son, Sara and Callie's budding romance in New York City takes an unexpected turn when a simple kiss leads to a violent attack. As they navigate the aftermath, their friends and loved ones rally around them, forcing everyone to...

Join the Public Interest Law Review for its annual fall symposium entitled "Immigration and Asylum Law: Current Trends and Challenges in Virginia and Across the Nation." This symposium will provide a unique glimpse into the changing landscape of immigration and refugee law. The program will consist of several presentations, including an overview on current immigration and asylum law,...

We will take a trip from campus to the CarMax Midtown Innovation Center to tour the space, meet and learn from Product Managers at CarMax.