The Office of Ethics, Compliance and Enterprise Risk, in partnership with the Office of Equal Opportunity Services, is pleased to share that the RICE Way Training campaign for 2026 has launched. This refreshed mandatory training reinforces Rice’s core values, Responsibility, Integrity, Community, and Excellence, while providing clear, up-to-date guidance on policies, ethical expectations, and regulations. Designed to be efficient and flexible, the training program takes approximately one hour to complete and features six modules (five videos and one non-video resource), which you can complete in any order:
- Policies and Procedures (Values and Standards of Ethical Conduct)
- Privacy and Data Security
- Information Security
- Anti-Bribery and Corruption
- Workplace Discrimination and Civility
- Program Resource Binder (non-video, required for review completion credit)
Videos include open captions and work with most screen readers. Spanish versions are available on request. Las versiones en español están disponibles a solicitud. Comuníquese con la Oficina de Servicios de Igualdad de Oportunidades para obtener la versión en español. For accessibility support or questions, contact rice.compliance@rice.edu or eos@rice.edu.
Who?
All faculty and staff are required to complete the training. New hires must complete it within 30 calendar days of their start date. Employees returning from sabbatical, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), or other extended leave must complete the training program within 30 days of their return.
When?
The training is live now and is required to be completed by Friday, April 17, 2026. It’s automatically assigned in iO, and you can find step-by-step access instructions here: https://rice.app.box.com/s/h6jgeptq9he1tzeotr9ktly6plbzi58v. For additional guidance, including common questions about access, requirements, and troubleshooting, please visit the RICE Way Training FAQ page: https://rucompliance.rice.edu/training
For technical help, reach the IT Helpdesk at helpdesk@rice.edu or 713-348-4357. Content or accommodation questions? Email rice.compliance@rice.edu (713-348-2287) or eos@rice.edu (713-348-6405).
As we move forward together, the RICE Way Training offers an opportunity to reaffirm our shared commitment to integrity, respect, and community. Let’s continue shaping an environment where everyone can learn, work, and “owl” thrive.