How to Get Involved at Rice as a New Student | Ellie’s Advice

Описание: On this episode of the Leading Owls Podcast, we’re joined by Ellie, a first-year student at Rice University who wasted no time diving into leadership, entrepreneurship, and campus life.


Ellie shares how her passion for leadership started at a young age, why entrepreneurship has always felt natural to her, and what drew her to get involved in leadership opportunities as soon as she arrived on campus. From participating in first-year programs to launching creative side projects like custom Rice merch, Ellie reflects on what it means to take initiative—even before you feel “ready.”


In this conversation, we talk about:

• What motivated Ellie to pursue leadership early on as a first year
• How Rice’s culture encourages students to say “yes” to opportunities
• Finding a sense of belonging through involvement and community
• Turning ideas into action through entrepreneurship and creativity
• Lessons learned when things don’t go as planned—and how setbacks shape leadership growth

Ellie’s story is a reminder that leadership at Rice doesn’t require a title—just curiosity, courage, and a willingness to jump in.


🎧 Tune in to hear how Ellie is making the most of her Rice experience from day one—and what advice she has for other students who want to do the same.


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

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