Each month, you’re invited to broaden your horizons and enhance your professional journey with topics led by Rice faculty and staff. Our expert-led sessions will cover a range of engaging topics designed to empower you both personally and professionally. Don’t miss out on this chance to invest in yourself and your career!
Building and Promoting your ’Dream Team’ at Rice: Insights from the Science of Teamwork
February 20th, noon through 1 PM
Dr. Eduardo Salas, Allyn R. & Gladys M. Cline Professor in Psychology
Dr. Eduardo Salas, will present his research focused on understanding the dynamics of effective teams, exploring their behaviors, emotions, and thought processes. Attendees can expect to gain evidence-based insights and practical strategies for fostering, promoting, and sustaining effective teamwork at Rice University.
“LinkedIn and Networking Workshop”
March 27th, noon through 1 PM
Nicole van den Heuvel, Executive Director, Institute for Career Development
Now more than ever, it's important to have a professional online profile. Learn how to develop a professional LinkedIn (LI) profile and how to maximize the many functions, including making connections, networking, finding jobs, and sharing news about your department and Rice University.
“Leading Resilient Teams”
April 17, noon through 1 PM
Dr. Danielle King, Professor of Industrial-Organizational Psychology at Rice University
In this presentation Dr. King will discuss key reasons and ways for leaders to support, facilitate, and (even) prevent the need for resilience, especially in instances of DEI-related threats, to foster a happier and healthier workforce.
“Leading with Emotional Intelligence: Enhancing Workplace Wellbeing and Leadership Effectiveness”
May 15, noon through 1 PM
Dr. Jeff Frey, Lecturer in Operations Management, Rice MBA, VP of Innovation at Talent Path
In this presentation, Dr. Frey will explore the five pillars of emotional intelligence and their critical role in effective leadership to equip Rice University staff with practical tools to enhance their emotional intelligence and contribute to personal growth and the cultivation of a positive and productive workplace culture.