Office of the President
WPI is a distinguished and distinctive university of outstanding quality. Its traditional emphasis on both theory and practice, symbolized by the towers of its two original buildings, has remained consistently strong and influential over the past 144 years. That tradition is realized today in a novel curriculum taught by faculty members passionate about both their subjects and their students. For nearly 40 years, that curriculum, the WPI Plan — standing on the pillars of collaborative projects and rooted in an imaginative synthesis of engineering and science with the arts, the humanities, and the larger social context — has produced graduates well prepared for important work, for leadership, and for fulfilling lives. WPI is a leading exemplar of what Alfred North Whitehead referred to as "the imaginative consideration of learning." Read more...
President Berkey delivers a State of the Institute address at Homecoming 2009
WPI Homecoming 2009
President Berkey provides a State of the Institute at Homecoming. He congratulates those honored at the Alumni Awards Recognition Ceremony, discusses how WPI has responded to economic changes, and gives an update on the largest-ever freshman class.
Presidential Communications
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President Berkey Appointed to Board of the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities
NAICU represents private nonprofit colleges and universities on federal policy issues affecting such areas as student aid, taxation, and government regulation. >
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WPI 2009 President's Report
The 2009 President's Report focuses on Value and Purpose, characterizing the university's enduring qualities. >
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WPI Community Grieves Haitian Tragedy
WPI President Dennis D. Berkey Issues Message Regarding the Recent Earthquake Tragedy in Haiti. >
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Fall 2009 Town Hall Meeting
Guest speakers include, President Berkey, Janet Richardson, Jeffrey Solomon, John Orr, Kristen Tichenor and Sharon Johnson. >
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President's 2009 Budget Report
President's 2009 Budget Memorandum and Outlook provides details on the months ahead in various quarters (faculty meetings, the Committee on Administrative and Financial Policies, department heads meetings, the University Council, and meetings of the Board of Trustees. >
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'Berkey Touch is Everywhere'
Telegram & Gazette spotlighted the profound impact of WPI President and CEO Dennis D. Berkey on the university and throughout the city of Worcester. >
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