Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM - Innovation is a significant part of RPI's storied past. The William F. Glaser ’53 Rensselaer Entrepreneur of the Year Award recognizes successful entrepreneurs whose vision, commitment, and creativity embody the entrepreneurial spirit that is the past, present, and future of RPI. This year, the winners of the award are Eben Bayer ’07 and Gavin McIntyre ’07, founders of Troy-based Ecovative. Join us for an awards ceremony, fireside chat with President Schmidt, and an RPI startup pitch competition