The Doerr Institute for New Leaders

06/18/2026

Need Mentor Coaching hours before the end of the year?

Our Fall 2026 CoachRICE: Mentor Coaching cohort is designed to help coaches meet the ICF Mentor Coaching requirement while receiving personalized feedback, support, and guidance from experienced mentor coaches.

Whether you're pursuing your first ICF credential or preparing for renewal, Mentor Coaching can help strengthen your coaching skills, build confidence, and deepen your alignment with the ICF Core Competencies and Code of Ethics.

Not sure if CoachRICE: Mentor Coaching is right for you? Join us for an upcoming Info Session to learn more, meet our team, and get your questions answered.

Info Session 1
Thursday, July 23, 2026
12:00 - 12:30 p.m.

Info Session 2
Thursday, August 13, 2026
12:00 - 12:30 p.m.

Register for an Info Session at https://dinl.info/mentorinfosession

Finish your mentor coaching hours this fall and head into the new year ready for your next credentialing milestone.

06/16/2026

We had the pleasure of hosting three leaders from the Maine Maritime Academy to share perspectives on leadership development. Grateful for the thoughtful exchange and the opportunity to learn from peers doing meaningful work in this space.

Photographed (l-r): Stephanie Taylor, Managing Director of Programs, Doerr Institute; Capt. Justin Cooper, Commandant of Midshipmen, Maine Maritime Academy; Ryan P. Brown, Ph.D., Director of Research & Evaluation, Doerr Institute; Cmdr. Lonnie Christian, Deputy Commandant, Maine Maritime Academy; Capt. Mike Ames, Alumni Sponsor, Maine Maritime Academy.

06/11/2026

How do you know if your leader development efforts are actually making an impact?

Many leadership programs are built with good intentions—but measuring their effectiveness can feel overwhelming. That's where our Demystifying Measurement in Leader Development course comes in.

Join us for an upcoming information session to learn how this practical, research-based program can help you:
✔ Demonstrate the impact of your programs
✔ Make data-informed decisions
✔ Strengthen leader development outcomes across your organization

Whether you work in higher education, corporate learning and development, talent management, or leadership education, this course will give you the tools and confidence to assess and maximize your impact.

Attend an info session to meet the instructors, explore the curriculum, and determine if the program is right for you.

Upcoming Info Sessions:
Info Session 1
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
12:00 - 12:30 p.m. CST

Info Session 2
Thursday, July 16, 2026
12:00 - 12:30 p.m. CST

Info Session 3
Friday, August 14, 2026
1:00 - 1:30 p.m. CST

Register for an Info Session here: https://lnkd.in/e5eZkwNS

06/10/2026

How do you know if your leader development efforts are actually making an impact?

Many leadership programs are built with good intentions—but measuring their effectiveness can feel overwhelming. That's where our Demystifying Measurement in Leader Development course comes in.

Join us for an upcoming information session to learn how this practical, research-based program can help you:
✔ Demonstrate the impact of your programs
✔ Make data-informed decisions
✔ Strengthen leader development outcomes across your organization

Whether you work in higher education, corporate learning and development, talent management, or leadership education, this course will give you the tools and confidence to assess and maximize your impact.

Attend an info session to meet the instructors, explore the curriculum, and determine if the program is right for you.

Upcoming Info Sessions:
Info Session 1
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
12:00 - 12:30 p.m. CST

Info Session 2
Thursday, July 16, 2026
12:00 - 12:30 p.m. CST

Info Session 3
Friday, August 14, 2026
1:00 - 1:30 p.m. CST

Register for an Info Session here: https://doerr.rice.edu/measurementinfosessions

06/04/2026

Are you ready to transform your approach to leader development?
Join the Doerr Institute at Rice University for our comprehensive course, "Demystifying Measurement in Leader Development."

In this course, you will:

✨ Learn cutting-edge techniques to measure the impact of leader development programs
🔧 Equip yourself with practical tools to assess and enhance your initiatives
📢 Understand the critical role of measurement in leader development.

Whether you’re an HR professional, a higher education leadership professional, or a development practitioner, this course is designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills needed to drive measurable success in your organization.

👉 Join an upcoming Info Session:

Info Session 1
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
12:00 - 12:30 p.m. CST

Info Session 2
Thursday, July 16, 2026
12:00 - 12:30 p.m. CST

Register for an Info Session at https://bit.ly/4ati27I

Let's take the guesswork out of leader development and create a future of measurable success! 🌟

06/01/2026

Throughout his time at Rice, Nathaniel Boateng focused on more than academics. He focused on people.

As highlighted in Rice's Senior Spotlight, Nathaniel built community across campus through mentoring, leadership, and service, always seeking ways to help others succeed. Whether through the Rice Black Men's Association, career advising, writing workshops, or coaching fellow students, he consistently showed up for others and worked to leave Rice better than he found it.

One of the ways Nathaniel invested in others was through Doerr's Coaching Skills for Leaders program. By learning coaching skills such as deep listening, powerful questioning, and helping others discover their own solutions, he gained tools that will serve him far beyond graduation.

As Nathaniel prepares for a future as a physician-scientist, we know the empathy, curiosity, and coaching mindset he developed at Rice will continue to shape the way he leads, serves, and cares for others. We're proud to have been a small part of his leadership journey.

Congratulations, Nathaniel! We can't wait to see the impact you'll make in the world.

Nathaniel Boateng, a senior majoring in biochemistry, used his time at Rice to build community while pursuing a liberal arts education.

05/28/2026

Tomorrow is the deadline to apply for the Fall 2026 CoachRICE Level 1 Cohort!

If you’ve been thinking about becoming a coach, strengthening your leadership skills, or earning your ICF credential, this is your final opportunity to join the 2026 cohort at Rice University.

CoachRICE combines rigorous coach education, hands-on practice, and a transformational cohort experience designed to help you grow both personally and professionally. The cohort is nearly full, and applications close tonight.

Don’t wait another year to begin your coaching journey.
Apply today at doerr.rice.edu/coachrice

05/27/2026

At CoachRICE, learning to coach is about more than mastering a skillset — it’s about transformation.

We’re proud to hear stories like this from our participants, who leave the program with greater confidence, deeper self-awareness, and the ability to create meaningful impact in the lives of others. Through rigorous training, hands-on practice, and a supportive cohort experience, CoachRICE helps aspiring coaches grow both personally and professionally.

Thank you to our incredible participants for trusting us to be part of your coaching journey.

Applications for the Fall 2026 Cohort of CoachRICE at Rice University close on May 29th. It is not too late to launch your coaching career in 2026. We would love to have you in this cohort.

Find out more and apply today at doerr.rice.edu/coachrice

05/26/2026

Last chance to apply for the Fall 2026 CoachRICE Level 1 Cohort!

Applications close May 29, and the cohort is nearly full. Don’t miss your opportunity to launch your coaching career in 2026 through Rice University’s ICF-accredited coach education program.

CoachRICE combines rigorous, evidence-based training with a supportive cohort experience designed to help you grow both professionally and personally. Whether you’re looking to become a credentialed coach, strengthen your leadership skills, or bring coaching into your organization, this program will equip you with the tools and confidence to make an impact.

Don’t wait another year to begin your coaching journey. Apply today.
Find our more and apply at doerr.rice.edu/coachrice