The George R. Brown School of Engineering is committed to fostering an equitable engineering learning and working environment that facilitates engineering excellence.

Mission

We will leverage the School of Engineering’s community strengths to build an inclusive school culture that welcomes people from diverse backgrounds and actively seeks to implement equitable practices and institutional structures that ensure all students, faculty and staff feel valued and, most importantly, thrive at Rice University.

Vision

Rice Engineering’s vision is to be an exemplary model of engineering educational excellence, focused on preparing socially responsible engineers and producing research that contributes to the greater good.

Core Values

We hold that justice and equity are required as we fulfill our mission and vision and exemplify Rice University's core values of Responsibility, Integrity, Community, Leadership, Service, Collaboration, Rigor, Passion, and Excellence.

Initiatives

Rice Engineering’s equity efforts continue to evolve based on progress made and new challenges uncovered. Our current initiatives are designed to foster dialogue and actively address the needs and concerns of our community. Learn more about our current initiatives.