What is Catalyst?
This is the perfect program for both Doerr first-timers and Doerr pros!
Grow your leadership expertise in specific areas with these specialized, multi-session workshops that focus on a single leadership competency. They are free to all Rice students and are easy to fit into your schedule.
Catalyst includes:
- Assessment of your current skill set related to a specific leader competency
- Practice in evidence-based frameworks in a personalized context
- Peer support to develop your unique skill sets further
- Hands-on practice with realistic scenarios in interactive environment
- Low time-commitment: two evening sessions during one semester (2 hours each, 2 weeks apart)
Spring 2026 Catalyst Workshops
- Conflict Isn't a Dirty Word
- Creating Psychological Safety
- Leverage Your Influence
- Listen. What is really being said?
- Team Foundations
All spring semester workshops are in-person.
New to Doerr?
Catalyst is a great way to learn about yourself as a leader and cultivate leadership skills.
Already taken Doerr programs?
Catalyst can help you sharpen a specific leadership skill set and advance you to the next level of leadership.
Spring 2026 Registration is Open!
Spots fill quickly—secure your place now to get first access to the Spring 2026 programs.
Deadline: January 30th
Questions? Contact leadership@rice.edu.