The Office for Belonging and Engagement Strategic Partnerships
The Jones Graduate School of Business is dedicated to making academic experiences inclusive and forward thinking. We’re proud to support all our students through strategic partnerships with local and national affinity organizations. Membership in the Consortium, FORTÉ Foundation, the PhD Project, and the Business Engagement Collaborative provides opportunities for career prep and programs for students.
We encourage you to learn more about how these deep relationships can benefit you.
Mission: To promote the inclusion of perspectives from African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans and Allies in the business world.
- Industry and career coaching, access to a robust network of Consortium alumni, and the Orientation Program (OP) experience.
- Rice Business scholarships/fellowships available.
Mission: To build a strong network of women in the business world.
- Career and industry information, networking and access to the Women in Leadership Conference.
Mission: For over 30 years, The PhD Project has helped change the future workforce by providing students a model of achievement and businesses a powerful way to enrich the talent pipeline. The PhD Project helps support the development of business PhDs from increasing the number of brilliant educators from all communities.
- Access to networking, mentoring and unique events.
Mission: The Business School Engagement Collaborative was formed in 2022 with a mission of advancing access, opportunities, and belonging in higher education.
