Staff offices are located on the 2nd floor of the Rice Catholic Student Center. Office hours are 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Feel free to stop by. You can reach us by phone at 713-526-3809 or by email at ricecatholics@archgh.org.
Fr. Tucker Redding, SJ // Director and Chaplain
Fr. Tucker is a Jesuit priest (a member of the Society of Jesus). He was missioned to the Rice Catholic Student Center and St. Mary’s Chapel community in July 2024. He was ordained a priest in June of 2023 and is so excited to share his faith and spirituality with the students and community members of Rice University.
Please reach out to Fr. Tucker if you have any questions, if you would like to go to confession, or just need someone to talk to. You may reach him at tredding@archgh.org
Rita Seng // Administrator and Business Manager
Rita has served the Rice Catholic Student Center and St. Mary’s Chapel for over 15 years. She joyfully welcomes and helps every person who visits the Rice Catholic Student Center.
Please reach out to for sacramental records or questions about giving to the center. You may reach her at rseng@archgh.org
Mimi Tran // Campus Minister
Mimi has been a campus minister for the Rice Catholic Student Association since 2018. She has over 15 years of ministry experience. She received both her bachelor’s and master’s degree in Theology from the University of St. Thomas in Houston, TX.
Please reach out to Mimi regarding our spirituality offerings, especially retreats. You may reach her at mtran@archgh.org
Mary Impelman // Campus Minister
Mary has been a campus minister for the Rice Catholic Student Association since 2022. She was involved in parish ministry before coming to the Catholic Student Center. Mary received her bachelor’s degree from Rice University and her Master of Social Work from the University of Houston. She is also a certified Spiritual Director.
Please reach out to Mary regarding service opportunities. You may reach her at mimpelman@archgh.org