The 2026 issue of Rice Engineering and Computing Magazine is here!
In our 50th anniversary issue, we celebrate the deep and growing connection between engineering and computing. From our early breakthroughs in high-performance computing to today’s advances in AI and data science, Rice has long been at the forefront of computing innovation. This edition highlights some of the people, ideas, and investments shaping what’s next.
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Get Involved
Your active participation in the REA provides invaluable support and resources for engineering students. There are numerous ways to make an impact:
- Mentor students
- Provide an internship opportunity
- Judge a design competition
- Give a tech talk or speak on panels
- Review grant applications
Become a Board Member
The REA is governed by a Board of Directors that consists of more than 20 volunteers from across the country. Our Directors represent a wide range of class years, from the Class of 1973 all the way to several members from the past decade. We are career engineers, attorneys, retirees, graduate students, college professors and consultants. We represent established corporations, startups and nonprofits.
If you have questions regarding the application or board member requirements, please contact Brianna Singh, President Elect of the REA, at brianna.singh@alumni.rice.edu.