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WPI Voyagers members

Founded in 1958, WPI Voyagers is a social organization for all WPI alumni, faculty, staff and their guest, age 55+. Speakers of broad interest bring this energetic group together during the academic year for friendship, entertainment, and continued learning. 

New members are always welcome. There are no restrictions based on identity, background, beliefs, or affiliation. The group welcomes anyone who wishes to participate, contribute, and support its mission, fostering a respectful and inclusive environment for all members. View Membership details below.


Organizational or Program Inquiries?

Contact Maureen Maynard at mmaynard@wpi.edu / 1-508-831-5606

 

In-Person programs are held on campus, or within the Worcester community, on a weekday during business hours (times may differ). Programs on campus may require a parking pass for your vehicle; pre-registration is required to receive a parking pass.

Virtual programs are held on Zoom in the afternoon or evening. Create your free, personal account on Zoom to join us (https://zoom.us/freesignup/).  Registrants will receive a Zoom link via email.

 

UPCOMING PROGRAMS & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

Thursday, November 12, 2026 / 7:00 - 8:00 PM EST / Zoom
Innovators & Entrepreneurs: Shaping the Future Together
Learn More and Register

 

Thursday, December 3, 2026 / 5:30 PM Guest Social / 7:00 PM Holiday & Seasonal Music Performances / On- Campus
WPI Choir and Concert Band Holiday Performances, Including Guest Social & Reserved Group Concert Seating. 

Guest social is private for registered guests. Concert is free and open to the public. 

Learn More and Register by November 20 at https://www.wpi.edu/news/calendar/events/sounds-season-wpis-choir-and-concert-band


Can’t get enough WPI musical performances? Attend the below concerts (guest social not included). Registration is not required. Free and open to the public. Arrive early for best seating!
 

  • Friday, December 4 / 7:00 PM - Jazz Ensembles Holiday Concert, WPI Alden Memorial
  • Saturday, December 5 / 3:00 PM - Concert Band Holiday Concert, WPI Alden Memorial 

Monday, December 7, 2026 / 1:00-4:00 PM / Rubin Campus Center
Volunteer as a Judge for the Great Problems Seminar  Student Poster Presentations
Prior experience and topic knowledge are not required. 

 

Register HERE by November 20 to volunteer as a judge.

Prefer not to serve as a judge? All are welcome to attend as an observer. Registration is not required.

 

January 2027 - Winter Pause, Programming to Resume in February

 


SAMPLE OF PAST PROGRAMS - SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!

WPI Research & Program Presentations, and Lab Tours by Students, Faculty and Staff

WPI Student Humanities & Arts Performances

Cybersecurity: How to Identify and Avoid Phishing Scams

Worcester’s History

USS Constitution Tour

Worcester Ecotarium and Planetarium

The Practice of Mindfulness, and the Science Behind It

Uncovering Viking-Age Combat: Strange Science?

Creativity in Engineering Leads WPI Alumni to the Grammys

Historical Interpreters and Entertainment

CONTACT
Location: Higgins House
Phone: 508-831-5600
Fax: 508-831-5791

Membership

The WPI Voyagers recognize the importance of philanthropy and engagement in the life of the university. They take a special interest in supporting various WPI student groups with a portion of annual membership contributions.

Member contributions are $15 per person annually, and support student programs and organizations, and non-WPI speaker honoraria to offer a variety of educational and entertaining programming.

Contributions can be paid in cash or check at in-person programs or mailed as follows:

Make checks payable to WPI Voyagers and mail to:

WPI Voyagers
c/o Office of Lifetime Engagement
100 Institute Road
Worcester, MA, 01609

Officers

Peter McDermott '73, President

William Delaney '74, Vice President

Paula Delaney '75, Secretary

Allen Levesque '59, Treasurer

Connect with an officer by emailing alumni-office@wpi.edu.

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Inclement Weather

In the event of inclement weather, Voyagers follows the Worcester Public School announcements. If Worcester schools are canceled or delayed, Voyagers in-person programs will not meet that day. Please call the Office of Lifetime Engagement with inquiries - 508-831-5600.