Rice University is embarking on a significant growth plan to increase enrollment by 30% while simultaneously facing unexpected challenges from Washington, according to President Reginald DesRoches in a recent interview. The prestigious Houston university, consistently ranked among the top 20 colleges nationally by U.S. News & World Report, plans to expand its undergraduate student body from approximately 4,000 to 5,200 by 2028, representing a 30% increase since 2020. The graduate population, currently at 4,100, is also set for substantial growth. More: https://www.khou.com/article/news/education/rice-university-expansion-federal-funding/285-9221b8bb-52b4-4fa5-a559-6db8c16ae948