February 25, 2026

Baker Institute:
Diamond discusses BLS with former commissioner (Rice News)

Pat Hughes Verner (1932-2026):
On February 14, Pat Hughes Verner passed away.  Born in Arkansas, she attended Rice (class of 1954).  In addition to raising two daughters with her late husband Jim, she worked as a contract draftsman for the telephone company in Houston and later as an office manager for an orthopedic surgeon in Slidell LA.  Also, she was active in the community and was a lifelong sports fan (New Orleans Saints and LSU Tigers).  She “will be remembered for her warmth, humor, and zest for life”.  Click here for the obituary.

The Rice Thresher:
The Rice Thresher published yesterday.  You can check it out here.  

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