Janjay Mason

Janjay Mason began working for Rice University in 2026 as a program manager with Rice Business Executive Education. With a career rooted in education and educational environments, Janjay was drawn to Rice by the opportunity to facilitate learning and manage programs that engage people in topics they are passionate about. She particularly enjoys working with faculty, colleagues and learners from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Janjay earned a degree in international studies, with concentrations in international business and asian studies, from Washington College in Maryland. As part of her studies, she had the opportunity to study abroad in both Hong Kong and Japan, experiences that deepened her interest in connecting with people and cultures from around the world.

Before joining Rice, Janjay worked in a variety of educational and administrative roles, including as an ESL teacher in central Japan and an education and outreach coordinator at Houston’s Asia Society Texas Center. Her work in education and outreach has included community engagement, cultural learning, instructional design, and curriculum development. Throughout her career, she has enjoyed creating learning experiences and connecting with people from Houston and around the world.

Outside of work, Janjay enjoys gardening, rollerblading and doing crafts. Above all, Janjay loves opportunities to teach and learn, especially when she brings people together through community.