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Our Groups

The Rice University Community of Asian Alumni (RUCAA) connects Asian & Asian American alumni worldwide β€”
fostering mentorship, advocacy, and cultural celebration.

🌍 REGIONAL CHAPTERS

RUCAA connects Rice alumni across the globe through vibrant regional chapters and affinity groups. Whether you’re in Houston, Seoul, or part of the Architecture community, there’s a group for you. Stay connected, share opportunities, and celebrate the legacy of Asian Owls.

Houston

Our founding chapter and the heartbeat of RUCAA. Houston alumni host networking events, cultural celebrations, and student mentorship programs.

Leader: – TBD

New York

The NYC chapter brings together Asian Owls in one of the world’s most dynamic cities for networking and cultural events.

Leader: – TBD

Northern California

Based around San Francisco and the Bay Area, this chapter connects alumni in tech, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

Leader: – TBD

Seattle

The Seattle chapter is building a community for alumni in the Pacific Northwest through casual meetups and professional events.

Leader: – TBD

Seoul

Our Seoul group supports alumni living and working in South Korea, bridging connections between Rice and Asia.

Leader: Saehee Kim

Beijing

The Beijing chapter organizes events for alumni and supports new graduates transitioning to China.

Leader: Francis Li

Shanghai

Connecting Rice alumni in Shanghai with networking dinners, mentorship programs, and cultural activities.

Leader: Nick Zhu

πŸŽ“ AFFINITY GROUPS

RUCAA’s affinity groups bring together alumni who share passions, professions, and experiences β€” from architecture to music to business leadership.

Architecture

A community for Rice Architecture alumni to collaborate, mentor students, and celebrate design.

Business – Virani (UG)

A community for Rice Architecture alumni to collaborate, mentor students, and celebrate design.

Business – Jones (G)

Graduate business alumni (Jones) supporting MBA students and fellow graduates through mentorship.

Engineering & Computing

Alumni in engineering, tech, and computing fields fostering innovation and professional growth.

Humanities

Celebrating the contributions of Rice alumni in history, literature, philosophy, and the arts.

Music

A network for Shepherd School of Music alumni to connect and collaborate globally.

Natural Sciences

Supporting science graduates in research, academia, and industry innovation.

Social Sciences

Creating connections among alumni in psychology, sociology, economics, and more.

Pride Network

Fostering an inclusive space for LGBTQ+ Asian alumni and allies at Rice.

Athlete Alumni

Connect with fellow Rice athletes past and present. Celebrate teamwork, support student-athletes, and keep the spirit of Owl athletics alive.

Networking/Other Affinity

Covers niche groups like Asian Alumni Athletes and other informal networks that grow over time.

Students & Departments

The Rice University Community of Asian Alumni (RUCAA) connects Asian & Asian American alumni worldwide β€”
fostering mentorship, advocacy, and cultural celebration.

Current Students & Campus Groups

RUCAA supports and connects with current Rice students through mentorship, events, and resources. Explore the student organizations, cultural groups, and departments that keep Rice vibrant and inclusive.

  • CSA (Chinese Student Association) – πŸ“Έ Instagram: @rice.csa

  • RTA (Rice Taiwanese Association) – πŸ“Έ Instagram: @ricetaiwanese

  • HKSA (Hong Kong Student Association) – πŸ“Έ Instagram: @rice_hksa

  • Rice Chinese Students (Grad) – πŸ“Έ Instagram: @rice.rcssa

  • Rice South Asian Society – πŸ“Έ Instagram: @ricesas

  • Rice Indian Students Association (ISAR) – πŸ“Έ Instagram: @rice_isar

  • Rice KSA (Korean Student Association) – πŸ“Έ Instagram: @rice.ksa

  • Rice KISA (Korean International Student Association) – 🌐 Owlnest: KISA Link

  • Rice Bengali Students Association – πŸ“Έ Instagram: @ricebengalis

  • Rice Grad KSA – πŸ“Έ Instagram: @riceukgsa

  • Rice Japanese Club – πŸ“Έ Instagram: @ricejapaneseclub

  • Rice Filipino Association – πŸ“Έ Instagram: @rice_fsa

  • Bangladeshi Student Association of Rice – 🌐 Owlnest: Bangladesh Link

  • Rice Pakistani Student Association – πŸ“Έ Instagram: @psa_rice

  • Rice Pinoy Graduates – 🌐 Owlnest: Rice Pinoy Link

  • Rice Taiwanese Graduate Student Association – 🌐 Owlnest: RTGSA Link

Campus Partners & Departments

These Rice departments work closely with RUCAA and students to foster academic and cultural connections.

  • Rice Chao Center – πŸ“Έ Instagram: @chao.center

  • Rice Transnational Asian Studies Dept – πŸ“Έ Instagram: @riceuniv.asian.studies

  • Rice Houston Asian American Archive – πŸ“Έ Instagram: @ricehaaa

  • Rice OISS (Office of International Students & Scholars) – 🌐 Website: oiss.rice.edu

  • Rice MCC (Multicultural Center) – 🌐 Website: mcc.rice.edu

Stay Connected with RUCAA

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Rice University Community of Asian Alumni

RUCAA connects Asian alumni across the globe while supporting students and fostering leadership opportunities

Contact Info

Association of Rice Alumni RUCAA 6100 Main Street Houston, TX 77005‑1827

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