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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.

Networking/Other Affinity

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

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Rice University Community of Asian Alumni

Donate RUCAA connects Asian alumni across the globe, advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion while supporting students and fostering leadership opportunities.

Contact Info

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

Fax: 713‑348‑5210

Β© 2025 Rice University Community of Asian Alumni