This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Friends of Fondren Library, a group founded in 1950 with a bold vision—to create a world-class library for Rice University. Since then, we’ve proudly supported Fondren Library in its mission to foster comprehensive research, cultural exploration, and intellectual leadership.
As we celebrate this remarkable milestone during the 2024/2025 academic year, we invite you to join or renew your membership with the Friends of Fondren Library. By becoming a member, you help us ensure that Fondren continues to grow as a vital resource for the Rice community. Your support directly impacts the library’s ability to provide access to cutting-edge materials and programs that enhance learning and scholarship.
Join us in preserving and expanding Fondren’s legacy of academic excellence by becoming a Friend today. To learn more and to sign up, please visit: [Friends of Fondren Library Membership](https://riceconnect.rice.edu/fofl).