Veterans Day Celebration

Join Rice University on Veterans Day as we honor members of our community who have served in the United States Armed Forces, including the National Guard and Reserve, and the military of other countries. The ceremony will feature a musical tribute, presentation of colors, keynote remarks, veteran recognition, and a student speaker.

The ceremony is open to all Rice faculty, staff, and students.

Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Ceremony: 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | Rice Memorial Chapel
Card Making at Rice Business: 12:00 p.m. | Ralph S. O’Connor Atrium in Virani Hall

Event Details:

Opening Musical Tribute - Mini Marching Owl Band (MOB) — Fanfare / Tribute to the Armed Forces
Welcome and Emcee — Brian Lindoerfer
Presentation of Colors –- Rice Veterans in Business Association, with the National Anthem sung by Krish Muthukumar, a student vocalist from the Shepherd School
Keynote Speaker — Dr. Bernie Banks
Veteran Recognition — Kim Richard, presented by Dr. Bernie Banks
Student Speaker — Luke Christensen
Closing Remarks — Brian Lindoerfer

Ceremony followed by card-making activity at Rice Business in the Virani Hall Atrium.

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Daniela Mirabal
Co-hosted with: Rice Business Veterans Association, Veterans Business Battle