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Alumni Celebrates Reunion 2009

Alumni gathered on campus June 4 through 7 to reconnect with old friends. Read More...

Alumni Association Annual Meeting: May 2

The WPI Alumni Association Annual Meeting will be held on Saturday, May 2 from 8 am – 2 pm in the Campus Center, Odeum. This is an important event for all WPI alumni. A detailed agenda and registration information: wpi.imodules.com/alumniassociation2009. Read More...

Upcoming WPI Red Sox events

Join your fellow alumni to cheer on the Red Sox at upcoming games at Fenway Park and Camden Yards. There is a special process for purchasing tickets. Read More...

President Berkey gets keys to Panama City

The strength and dedication of WPI alumni in Panama City, Panama, were showcased Nov. 13 as the vice mayor of the District of Panama presented President Berkey with the keys to the city. Read More...

WPI degree played big role in alumnus' games career

For Generation Xers, old school versus new school battles typically pit 80s-style dance moves against the 'hipper' moves of the 2000s. Read More...

Alumnus finds magical career

In a petite gym tucked inside Petersham Center elementary school, about 100 students sit rapt, their eyes and ears anxiously awaiting Jason Kallio's '91 next move. Read More...

Homecoming address broadcast worldwide

For the first time in WPI history, the president's Homecoming address was broadcast live via the Internet. Read More...

East Hall dedication is a celebration of generosity

As grape-sized raindrops fed the sedum and chives planted atop East Hall, trustees, alumni, and other guests gathered inside Thursday for the official dedication of the WPI's new "green" residence hall. Read More...

Alumnus energetic about wind power

Andrew Stern '90, president of New England Windpower, Inc., is helping communities use wind power as a renewable energy source. Read More...

Division adds new staff members

The Development and Alumni Relations offices of Annual Giving and Development in the Life Sciences have added several new team members. Read More...

BAE Systems official, alumnus has natural presence at WPI

A pit viper snake, digital camera and microbolometer technology have what in common? Read More...

Development and Alumni Relations' Big Move

The Office of Development and Alumni Relations teams currently housed at 20 Trowbridge St. and in Boynton Hall will relocate to 85 Prescott St. in November. Of all the exciting changes that have happened to the team this year, this is among the most!

New associate vice president for development /campaign director

Jo-Ann Alessandrini has been named associate vice president for development and campaign director in the Office of Development and Alumni Relations. Alessandrini will work with key volunteer leaders and Vice President Dexter Bailey. Read More...

We need your feedback on Alumni Connect, WPI's Online Community!

Find your classmates, find out what's new. It's simple, it's free, and it's a great way to stay in touch with the entire WPI community! Please help us determine if our community is meeting all of your needs. To complete a quick satisfaction survey Read More...

Website Notes Centennial of Robert Goddard's Graduation

The father of modern rocketry received his Bachelor of Science degree in general science from WPI on June 11, 1908. Learn more about Goddard's years at the Institute, where he first formulated many of his ideas about the conquest of space. Read More...

Alumni Association Awards

Since 1961, the Alumni Association has annually honored individuals who have demonstrated exceptional professional achievement (Goddard Award) and extraordinary personal commitment and service to WPI(Taylor Award). Now is the time to nominate a classmate. Read More...

Reunion Weekend 2008

The Classes of 1943, 1948, 1953, 1958, 1963, 1968, 1973, and 1978 will return to campus for a fun-filled weekend of Alumni College sessions, class banquets and social activities, golf, and other activities! Read More...

All-New WPI Alumni Directory

The WPI Alumni Association is producing a 2008 edition of the alumni directory. PCI, Publishing Concepts Inc. will be working with the Association to contact alumni to update their information.

Supersonic Flight Pioneer Welcomed Into First Flight Shrine

Aeronautics engineer Richard T. Whitcomb, whose legendary NASA research contributions made supersonic flight possible, will soon join other aerospace pioneers in the Paul E. Garber First Flight Shrine in North Carolina. Read More...

Read the Summer 2008 issue of The Hill

This exciting new publication celebrates the generosity of WPI's alumni and friends and shares important news about the university. Read More...

Regional Chapter Survey Results

We asked. You Answered. Thank you to everyone who responded to our regional chapter survey. To see a summary of how you and other alumni answered please Read More...

Career Services for Alumni

Connie Horwitz has assumed a new position in WPI's Career Development Center, assisting WPI alumni with personal job searches and assisting alumni employers who are seeking WPI undergraduate and graduate students. Read More...

Updated Alumni Services

The Office of Alumni Relations, in partnership with the WPI Bookstore now offers an Item of the Month program. You are also now able to place orders for Centennial Walkway Bricks online.

2007 Homecoming Information

Information for the 2007 Homecoming is now online! Read More...

U.S. News Rankings

President Berkey talks about the U.S. News rankings and the fact that we retained our appearance in the "National Universities" category. Read More...

President Berkey's Letter to Alumni

In his annual letter to alumni and friends, President Dennis D. Berkey reflects on the year that was and the special bonds that make the WPI community a family. Read More...

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University News

WPI Awards 955 Degrees at 141st Commencement

WPI celebrated on May 16 its 141st Commencement, where students, their families and friends, trustees, and other special guests were on hand to experience the inspirational messages delivered by keynote speaker Ursula Burns, president of Xerox Corp., and WPI President and CEO Dennis D. Berkey.

WPI to Celebrate 141st Commencement on May 16

WPI will celebrate its 141st Commencement on Saturday, May 16. The event will be webcast live, starting at 11 a.m. As part of the ceremony, the university will confer honorary degrees upon four outstanding leaders who have advanced the role that science and technology play in everyday life: the president of Xerox Corp., a groundbreaking technology company that has made office tasks easier; a robotics company founder, whose vision led to the invention of a blockbuster robotic vacuum and robots that save combat soldiers' lives; a pioneering president emeritus of MIT who currently heads the National Academy of Engineering; and an engineer who showed how electronics can be protected from radiation.

WPI Professor Receives Fulbright Scholarship to Conduct Research on Tissue Engineering in Ireland

Kristen Billiar, associate professor of biomedical engineering, has been awarded a Fulbright Scholarship to conduct research and education related to tissue engineering in Ireland. He is the 14th member of the current WPI faculty to be awarded a Fulbright Scholar grant.