Growing as a Leader at Rice University: Inside the Doerr Institute for New Leaders

Today, we’re joined by Stephanie Taylor, Associate Director of Leader Development at the Doerr Institute for New Leaders. Stephanie plays a key role in shaping the leader development experience at Rice University—overseeing the hiring and training of professional coaches and facilitating programs designed to help students grow into confident and capable leaders.

In this episode, Stephanie gives us an inside look at what makes Doerr programs so unique, how they equip students with real-world leadership skills, and why every Rice student—no matter their background or experience—can benefit from these opportunities. 

We’ll also discuss what’s coming up this spring, including Catalyst workshops, year-long learning cohorts, and other impactful programs designed to fit into busy student schedules.

If you’ve ever wondered how to take your leadership to the next level, this conversation is for you! Let’s dive in. 🎧✨

The Leading Owls Podcast is hosted and produced by the Doerr Institute for New Leaders.
Edited by: Blake C. Hollaway

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