RCEL Tip Tuesday: A Strong Elevator Pitch Can Help Turn Small Encounters into Big Opportunities

Elevator pitchis a term that’s thrown around a lot these days. Everyone talks about the need to have one, but I have found that few people have actually taken the time to develop a strong one. After all, the thinking goes, you should be able to speak automatically about your latest project, your new company, or your goals and aspirations, shouldn’t you? These are things you’re immersed in, thinking about frequently, and the words should just come to you when the time is right.  

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RCEL Ethics Panel

Join RCEL and a special guest panel to discuss the role of ethics and leadership for engineers in the real world, and how ideals affect engineering decisions and innovations. Attendees will be able to ask questions and participate in the discussion.

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The Gender Factor: Leadership Double Standards in Tech

Monday, January 27, 2020 6:30 p.m. McMurtry Auditorium, Dunan Hall Reception in Martel Hall following panel Join top female industry leaders as they discuss the additional demands and challenges of being a woman in an engineering  leadership position. Hear about how to be an effective leader, the double standards they have faced, and advice for […]

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How this alumna weaves the magic of make-believe

Rebecca Lam has come a long way from the little girl who was terrified riding her first roller coaster. Now she loves nothing more than to enhance the guest experience of visitors when they step into a world of man-made enchantment. Lam is surrounded by the wonders of creativity and technology in her new role as a planner for Walt Disney World Resort’s project management group in Orlando.

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Engineering seniors honored by RCEL

Rice Engineering Communications Two graduating seniors at Rice University have been awarded the 2019 leadership prizes from the Rice Center for Engineering Leadership (RCEL). Kevin Sterling Zhang, in chemical and biomolecular engineering (ChBE), was given the 2019 Robert H. Parks, Jr. Prize for Excellence in Engineering Leadership. Gigi Rill in mechanical engineering (MECH) received the […]

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RCEL Ethics Panel

Join RCEL and a special guest panel to discuss the role of ethics and leadership for engineers in the real world, how their ideals affect engineering decisions and innovations. Attendees will be able to ask questions and participate in the discussion.

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