William Marsh Rice American Businessman Founded Rice University Born 1816 - September 23 in History | This Day Story

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September 23, 1900

William Marsh Rice, American businessman, founded Rice University (born 1816)

William Marsh Rice

William Marsh Rice was an American businessman and entrepreneur who made his fortune in Texas. He is best known for leaving his fortune to fund the establishment of Rice University in Houston, Texas.

Rice University

William Marsh Rice University, commonly referred to as Rice University, is a private research university in Houston, Texas, United States. Established in 1912, the university spans 300 acres.

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