Contributors: Winter 2026
Here are a few of the talented writers and photographers who contributed to the Winter 2026 issue.
Jeff Fitlow (Cover, “State of the Arts” and “The Creator Class”) has spent 30 years photographing Rice and its people, including Nobel Prize winners, five of the last seven presidents, and incredible faculty and students. His assignments have taken him around the world, and although he retired at the end of 2025, his contributions and legacy have left an indelible mark on the university.
Annie Ray (“The Creator Class”) is an award-winning Austin photographer blending bold color, warmth and authenticity. She’s known for creating a fun, relaxed shooting vibe and delivering images that feel alive, honest and full of personality.
Deverly Pérez (“The Creator Class”) joined Rice Magazine as a copy editor in 2025. A Houstonian with a background in editing children’s books in both English and Spanish, she is passionate about using her skills to provide clarity and accessibility.
Ben Baker-Katz ’23 (“Not Mincing Words”) majored in political science and history at Rice and is a former editor-in-chief of the Rice Thresher.
Autumn Horne ’22 (“The Return of Rice Cinema”) likes telling the stories she thinks are overlooked or unexpected. She has a Ph.D. in psychological sciences from Rice.
Jared Spencer Jones (“State of the Arts”) is a videographer and photographer with Rice’s Office of Public Affairs. He brings a cinematic eye to campus life, capturing the people, moments and stories that give Rice its character.