Engineers change the world through effective communication.
The Activate Engineering Communication Program supports Rice engineering and computing students as they develop the communication skills and confidence needed to succeed in their courses, in their research, and in professional practice.
Why effective communication matters
Communication multiplies the value of your technical expertise—across research, careers, networks, and teams.
Amplifies your impact. Engineers only achieve their desired impact when others understand and value their solutions to problems
Contributes to break-throughs in research
Leads to job offers, leadership opportunities, and career advancement
Builds your professional network
Increases the productivity of teams
What We Do
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High-Impact
CoursesCourses build deep expertise in engineering communication through sustained practice.
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Effective Communication
Communication instruction is embedded in engineering and computing courses—from first-year design to graduate seminars.
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One-on-One
CoachingIndividualized feedback from trained peer and professional coaches on writing, presentations, visual design, and interpersonal skills.
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Workshops &
EventsWorkshops target essential skills like networking, interviewing, and communicating research.
How to engage with us
Wherever you are in your engineering communication journey, there is a practical next step for you.
01 Take a class
Build deep expertise in engineering communication through sustained practice in a credit-bearing course. Explore courses 02 Work with a communication coach
Get individualized feedback on writing, presentations, visual design, interviews, and interpersonal communication. Meet with a coach 03 Train to become a coach
Develop your own communication and leadership skills while helping fellow engineering students succeed. Become a coach 04 Attend a workshop
Practice focused skills like networking, interviewing, presenting research, and communicating with confidence. View workshops 05 Join an event
Connect with the Activate community through events that bring communication learning into practice. See upcoming events
Build deep expertise in engineering communication through sustained practice in a credit-bearing course. Explore courses 02 Work with a communication coach
Get individualized feedback on writing, presentations, visual design, interviews, and interpersonal communication. Meet with a coach 03 Train to become a coach
Develop your own communication and leadership skills while helping fellow engineering students succeed. Become a coach 04 Attend a workshop
Practice focused skills like networking, interviewing, presenting research, and communicating with confidence. View workshops 05 Join an event
Connect with the Activate community through events that bring communication learning into practice. See upcoming events
