RPI Releases Fall 2024 Men’s Tennis Schedule
TROY, N.Y.- The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) athletics department has released the fall 2024 men's tennis schedule.
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TROY, N.Y.- The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) athletics department has released the fall 2024 men's tennis schedule.
RPI Announces Fall 2024 Men's Golf Schedule
Rensselaer has announced the fall 2024 men's golf schedule, with the Engineers and Head Coach Matt McGarvey set for five competitions, beginning with The Gauntlet presented by Premiere College Tournaments at The Bucknell Golf Club on September 14 and 15.
RPI Women's Hockey Introduces 2024-25 Newcomers
TROY, N.Y. – The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) women's ice hockey team and head coach Bryan Vines have announced the eight newcomers to Engineers' roster ahead of 2024-25 season. This incoming class features five forwards, two defenders, and a goalie, as well as a pair of transfers and a former National Champion.
Smolinski and Watson Getting Chances in NHL Developmental Camps
TROY, N.Y.- Defenseman Max Smolinski and goalie Jack Watson of the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) men's hockey team are participating in NHL Developmental Camps this week.
Men's Hockey Announces 2024-25 Roster Additions
Rensselaer’s men's hockey program and head coach Dave Smith have announced the 11 roster additions for the Engineers' upcoming 2024-25 season. Composed of seven freshmen and four transfers, the incoming class features five forwards, four defensemen, and two goalies.
Women's Lacrosse Announces Prospect Clinic
The Rensselaer women's lacrosse team, led by head coach Leslie DeLano, will be hosting a Summer Prospect Clinic on Sunday, July 28 from 9:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. at ECAV Stadium.
Seven Engineers Honored As AHCA Krampade Scholar All-Americans
GLOUCESTER, Mass.- The American Hockey Coaches Association (AHCH) has announced its annual Krampade Scholar All-American honorees, with four men and three women representing Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) hockey on the prestigious list this year.
Nominations Being Sought for RAA Teaching Award
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2024 Rensselaer Alumni Association (RAA) Teaching Award, which recognizes current members of the faculty for their outstanding teaching techniques, contributions to the campus experience, and commitment to students. Nominations are due by Wednesday, July 31.
Smarter Wings: Harnessing Whirlwinds for Shorter Takeoff
By John Wylie, doctoral candidate in aeronautical engineering We’ve all been there. You’re waiting on the runway for your plane to take off. The intercom dings with the captain coming in loud and clear. “Hey, folks. We’re 12th in line for takeoff. Sit tight, we’ll be in the air shortly.” What if I told you [...]Emir Pekdemir
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Emir is an associate sustainability consultant at Atelier Ten, as well as a professor at Pratt Institute, Parsons School of Design and and an adjunct faculty at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He specializes in decarbonizing the built environment and helping design teams achieve better performing buildings via advanced simulations.