Leaders are not born;
they are grown.

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Become the leader you were meant to be

Transformative leader development programs open to every Rice student, designed to cultivate essential skills and support your growth in meaningful, measurable ways.

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Coach education and training

A transformative suite of ICF-aligned coach training programs that equips you with the skills, certification, and confidence to launch a successful career in professional coaching.

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Unlock your institution’s potential

Develop stronger student leaders with expert guidance, ready-to-implement programs, and a proven approach to measuring impact and driving results

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Request a Leadership Workshop for your Student Group

Request a Workshop for your Rice student organization, team, or group and bring evidence-based leader development directly to your members. Choose from engaging, interactive workshops designed to build practical leadership skills your group can put into action right away.

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Apply for our NEW CoachRICE: Team Coaching Education and Training Program

CoachRICE: Team Coaching prepares coaches to expand their practice from coaching individuals to effectively coaching teams. This virtual, evidence-based program builds the specialized skills and knowledge needed to navigate team dynamics and create meaningful impact.

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Who We Are

“Now more than ever, the pressing problems of our nation and world need great teams and great leaders.

Ideas are easy; executing those ideas with a well-led team is paramount. New leaders must be inclusive, self-aware, and great listeners who are attuned to the needs of their teams.”

— John Doerr

Doerr Institute Leadership Lab

Big change at large institutions is slow — and there is a good reason for it

We are committed to early development of leader abilities in young people…

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The Leading Owls Podcast

Leadership takes flight—one owl at a time

The Leading Owls podcast, brought to you by Rice University's Doerr Institute for New Leaders, showcases Rice student, faculty and staff leaders along with leader development professionals and coaches.

Each week, we bring you inspiring stories and practical tips from successful student leaders across the Rice campus.

Learn about student leadership at Rice University, get tips from current leaders that will help you on your journey, and discover how you can make a real impact on your campus and community.

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