On this episode of the Leading Owls Podcast, we sit down with Eman, a 2025 O-Week Coordinator for Baker College, who has worn many hats as a student leader at Rice. From being an O-Week Advisor, PAA, and Room Assignment Coordinator to leading community outreach with Rice360 and conducting research at the BRC, Eman shares how each role has shaped her leadership journey.

She takes us inside the excitement (and challenges!) of planning O-Week, what students might not realize goes on behind the scenes, and what she hopes the incoming class will take away from their first week on campus. Plus, Eman offers advice for students who are nervous about fitting in, reflects on balancing leadership with academics, and shares her favorite Rice traditions in our rapid-fire round.

Whether you’re a new Owl gearing up for O-Week or a student looking to dive deeper into leadership at Rice, this episode is packed with honest insights, practical advice, and a whole lot of Baker College spirit.

The Leading Owls Podcast is hosted and produced by the Doerr Institute for New Leaders.
Edited by: Blake C. Hollaway

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