Volunteers strengthen Rice by sharing their experience, expertise, and passion through opportunities that support students, alumni, and the university's mission. From mentoring students and connecting with fellow alumni to serving on committees and supporting events, volunteers help foster an engaged Rice community.
Whether in Houston or around the world, volunteering offers meaningful ways to stay connected, build relationships, and make a lasting impact. No matter your background or area of interest, there are opportunities to contribute your talents, deepen your connection to Rice, and help shape the future of the university.
Volunteer Opportunities
Whether you're an alum, parent, faculty or staff member, or friend of the university, there is a volunteer opportunity that is right for you. Explore a range of opportunities, including alumni networking, mentoring students, assisting with recruiting events, and many other options.
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Alumni Affinity Group Volunteers
Alumni affinity group volunteers are largely formed on the basis of shared professional pursuits, cultural identification, leisure activities and other common interests. Please find information on all of our alumni groups on the alumni website. To learn more about affinity volunteer leadership, please complete the volunteer application form.
Alumni Recognition Committee
The Alumni Recognition Committee recognizes and celebrates the achievements of Rice alumni, faculty, students, staff and university friends by sending hand-written notes. All Rice alumni are invited to volunteer for this important committee. For more information, please click on the "sign up" box.
Rice Volunteers by the Numbers
Total Volunteers:
2,847
Alumni Volunteers by School*
Social Sciences:
28%
Humanities:
17%
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Business:
12%
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Natural Sciences:
15%
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Engineering:
23%
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Architecture:
3%
*The Shepherd School and Glasscock School make up approximately 2%.
48 different states
20 different countries
66 Metro Regions
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