Welcome to Doerr Summer!
Want to grow as a leader alongside your peers?
Our Synthesis Group Coaching program brings together small groups of student leaders to reflect, grow, and collaborate alongside a professional leadership coach. You’ll gain perspective and support, all while building connections with other campus leaders.
What is Synthesis?
Synthesis is a group coaching program where students meet five times over a semester with a professional leadership coach.
- 5–10 peers in a supportive group
- Five 90-minute sessions with a professional coach
- Assess your leadership strengths with the Student Leadership Practices Inventory
- Reflect and learn together in group debriefs
- Create a personalized leadership plan to reach your goals
Summer 2026 Group:
Undergraduate/Graduate Mix (Virtual only)
- Thursday, May 28th, 6:00 - 7:30 PM CST
- Thursday, June 11th, 6:00 - 7:30 PM CST
- Thursday, June 25th, 6:00 - 7:30 PM CST
- Thursday, July 9th, 6:00 - 7:30 PM CST
- Thursday, July 23rd, 6:00 - 7:30 PM CST
New to Doerr?
Synthesis is the perfect place to start. It’s a low-pressure way to experience coaching in a small group, learn alongside peers, and build your leadership skills without a big time commitment. If you want to ease into coaching and see what it’s all about, Synthesis is a great first step.
Returning to Doerr?
Already completed Activation? Synthesis is the perfect next step to keep your momentum going. You’ll continue working with a coach on your goals while also connecting with other driven leaders and learning how to coach others. It’s a powerful way to deepen your growth and expand your impact beyond your own leadership.
Summer Registration is Open!
Only 10 spots available!!
Register early to secure your spot. Deadline to Register: May 15, 2026
Questions? Contact leadership@rice.edu