Do you know a Rice Engineering and Computing alumnus who’s changing the world? Someone who has transformed their field, led with innovation, and motivated others? Now is your chance to shine a spotlight on their achievements.
The George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing Alumni Awards celebrate the trailblazers, innovators, and leaders within our community. These prestigious biannual awards, sponsored by Rice Engineering Alumni (REA), honor individuals who have made a lasting impact on their profession, our school, and society.
“We are very proud of our alumni and their incredible accomplishments, leadership, and contributions to engineering and computing and to society at large. Their success elevates the reputation of our school and University while inspiring the next generation of students to see what’s possible,” said Luay Nakhleh,William and Stephanie Sick Dean of the George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing at Rice University.
We’ve made it easier than ever to nominate deserving alumni. You can submit your own name or recommend a fellow alum in just a few easy steps. The deadline for 2026 nominations is October 15, 2025, but starting this year, the nominations will remain open year-round, so you can submit a nomination whenever inspiration strikes.
Award Categories
The following awards are conferred each year. Nominees for all awards, except the Dean’s Appreciation Award, must hold a degree from the George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing.
- Distinguished Engineering Alumni Award: The highest honor bestowed by the school, this award recognizes a lifetime of professional achievement, leadership, and contributions to society.
- Outstanding Engineering Alumni Award: A long-standing tradition since 1974, this award celebrates outstanding professional achievement and service to society.
- Outstanding Young Engineering Alumni Award: Created in 1996, this award honors the achievements of alumni under the age of 40.
- Distinguished Service Medal: This medal recognizes alumni who have demonstrated extraordinary dedication and service to the School of Engineering and Computing and its community.
- Dean’s Appreciation Award: This award, selected by the Dean, honors a non-alum who has made a significant impact on the school.
Don’t miss this chance to celebrate the remarkable individuals who make our community proud.
Learn more about the awards, see past recipients, and nominate an alum.
For any questions, please email SOECawards@rice.edu.