Rice Social Sciences
@RiceSocSci
Followers
2K
Following
2K
Statuses
8K
A vibrant community of scholars, students & educators committed to connecting our teaching & research with policy for the betterment of society. @RiceUniversity
Houston, TX
Joined December 2011
Congrats to Rice PhD students Kishan Bhakta, Maranda Joyce, and Tabitha Koch on winning the Marian Irish Award at SPSA! Their research explores how the public perceives politicians’ responses to violent threats, with a focus on gender. Read More:
0
2
4
Luz Garcini’s paper, "A Decolonial and Liberation Lens to Social Justice Research," has been selected as an Editor’s Choice by the American Psychological Association’s! This recognition highlights impactful science advancing social justice and equity in psychology.
0
0
0
This summer, Rice MSPE students will partner with United Way of Greater Houston and the Kinder Institute to help College Community Career, a nonprofit supporting first-gen students. Through data evaluation, they’ll refine strategies, maximize impact, and gain hands-on experience.
0
0
0
RT @FredOswald: each spring when I teach regression, I share some regression slides with y'all -- if you'll indulge me, here are two of the…
0
5
0
This Braille Literacy Month, NPR’s Short Wave highlights Rice’s Robert Englebretson & Simon Fischer-Baum, who, with Cay Holbrook, are transforming braille education. Learn how they’re empowering the next generation of teachers & readers. ..
0
1
1
Book Launch Event: Unassimilable by Bianca Mabute-Louie Thursday, Jan 30, 6-8pm Farnsworth Pavilion, Rice Memorial Center, Rice University
0
0
1
An executive order ending federal DEI programs cites costs, but research by Eden King and Mikki Hebl of Rice University highlights DEI benefits like improved job satisfaction, engagement, and performance, supporting organizational success. Read More:
0
1
1
Rice’s Summer in D.C. Policy Research Program offers hands-on public policy experience at top organizations like the State Dept. Open to all majors. Apply by Jan. 24. More Info: #RiceSocSci #ShapingTheFuture
0
1
1
Vivian Ho, Chair in Health Economics, joins The Excerpt to discuss fixing America’s broken health insurance system. With rising costs and limited access to care, she explores policy solutions to improve outcomes without driving up costs or waste.
0
0
0
Rice linguistics professor Dr. John Baugh was quoted in @nytimes honoring William Labov. Baugh highlighted Labov’s work on dialects, reshaping debates on language and education. #RiceSocSci #ShapingTheFuture
0
0
1
A 7.1 quake in Tibet killed 120+. Rice experts are available to offer insights on disaster impacts, risks, and mitigation. Contact marcy.deluna@rice.edu or chris.stipes@rice.edu to schedule an interview. #RiceSocSci #ShapingTheFuture
0
0
1
Rice Social Sciences wishes you a happy and healthy holiday season! #RiceSocSci #ShapingTheFuture
0
0
3
Ranked #1 in the nation, Rice’s I-O Psychology program showcases the expertise new faculty, Drs. Rebecca Brossoit & Tianjun Sun, advancing workplace well-being & AI. #RiceSocSci #ShapingTheFutureTogether Read More:
0
0
1
Fred Oswald highlights AI's role in HR, emphasizing its potential to improve practices while addressing fairness, transparency, and equitable access to tools. #RiceSocSci #ShapingTheFuture Read More:
0
1
2
RT @HOUBizJournal: The Rice University School of Architecture has unveiled its new home, which the school is calling a “campus within a cam…
0
2
0
The Accreditation Committee of the @HFES has granted reaccreditation to Rice Psychological Sciences' HCI/HF program, one of only 20 programs to have this designation: #RiceSocSci #ShapingTheFuture
0
0
1
The New Playbook event features renowned experts from across the political spectrum who will discuss defining aspects of the 2024 election. @MarkPJonesTX, @RicePoliSci, will moderate the session, "How Accurate Were the Opinion Polls and Forecasters?" #RiceSocSci #ShapingTheFuture
🇺🇸 What lessons do the election process and its results hold for the future of American democracy? Join the Baker Institute Presidential Elections Program’s postelection conference to explore: 🔹 Election forecasting accuracy 🔹 AI’s impact on campaigns 🔹 Legal challenges in vote casting and counting #Events #Houston
0
3
2
RT @RiceAnthro: In October 2024, the students at Gökçe Günel’s City/Culture ANTH 344 class took a field trip to the Houston Ship Channel. #…
0
1
0
RT @RiceAnthro: Spring class registrations are ON! ✨ Introducing Anthropology Department Spring classes! ANTH 307 Global Life of Corporati…
0
1
0
Block parties increase voter turnout! Research led by Tanika Raychaudhuri finds they outperform costly campaigns, especially in Black neighborhoods, by fostering civic engagement. Read More:
0
0
0