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Houston (Sugar Land) | New Student Send-Off

Rice University's Class of 2030 Send-Off in Sugar Land — meet fellow incoming Owls and alumni, August 8, 10 a.m.–noon.

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Saturday, August 8, 2026

Time

10:00 AM CT

Where

Home of David '03 and Sophie Leal

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Boniuk Institute for the Study and Advancement of Religious Tolerance

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10:00 AM CT

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Boniuk Institute for the Study and Advancement of Religious Tolerance

The Boniuk Institute at Rice University conducts research, teaches, and produces public programming dedicated to advancing religious tolerance in Houston and beyond.

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Event start: 2026-08-08T15:00:00Z Event end: 2026-08-08T17:00:00Z Location: Home of David '03 and Sophie Leal Rice University is excited to welcome the Class of 2030 and their families to our New StudentSend-Off in Houston. Celebrate the start of your Rice journey by connecting with fellow incoming Owls, families and local alumni while learning more about student life in Houston and what to expect at Rice. These gatherings are a wonderful opportunity for both students and parents to build community, make new connections and feel prepared for the transition to campus this fall.When registering, please select the event that works best for you. Due to space limitations, we ask that each student bring no more than two guests.Date:Saturday, August 8Time: 10 a.m.-noonLocation: Home of David '03 and Sophie LealAddress will be sent to registrants. Light refreshments will be provided. Please register by Sunday, Aug. 2.  