Rice University scraps ‘Night of Decadence’ tradition after 2023 party marred by alcohol-related hospitalizations

The annual underwear-themed party held at Rice University for more than 50 years has been scrapped by officials at the prestigious Houston private school. Last year's "Night of Decadence" party, a university-funded gathering held in the fall at Weiss Residential College, was ended early after more than two dozen students received medical treatment for alcohol intoxication and seven were transported to hospitals. Attendees typically wear nothing but underwear to the oft-sexualized event, which was first held in 1972. "In our commitment to ensuring the health and safety of our students,...