<p>bubbablackjack, I am sorry to hear that! it does sound like rice university which was truly a gem has been ruined by the current power structure! if you take away the supportive atmosphere, small classes with student/teacher interaction and the ability to take the classes you need or want to (not having a seat that is beyond acceptable) and not being able to live on campus as part of a " family" for four years, you might as well go to a state school for a lot less money!</p>