Join RPI Libraries for Silent Reads — a relaxed, low-pressure gathering where people read together in silence. No discussions, no pressure, just a calm space to settle in with a good book or some coursework. Bring anything you like to read: a graphic novel, an audiobook, a research article, or that novel you’ve been meaning to start for months. Not sure what to bring? Check out our new books (we are a library after all).

Free snacks and beverages provided. Drop in, recharge, and bring a friend.

The Rensselaer Astrobiology Research and Education (RARE) Center is pleased to share that high school student Stella has been selected for the highly competitive NASA STEM Enhancement in Earth Science (SEES) internship program. Stella was selected for the in-person planetary geology internship and will spend two weeks this summer at The University of Texas at Austin before continuing the remainder of the program online. Congratulations to Stella on this exciting achievement and opportunity in planetary science research.

The Rensselaer Astrobiology Research and Education (RARE) Center is proud to congratulate local high school student Makaila on winning First Place in the Earth and Environmental Sciences category at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in Phoenix, Arizona. Her project, “Investigating the Stability of Prebiotic Uracil Under the Conditions of Impact-Generated Terrestrial Hydrothermal Systems,” earned a $6,000 award and reflects two summers of research conducted in the RARE laboratories under the mentorship of Dr. Meri Herrero, Dr.

Get ready to celebrate love, identity, and community—we’re thrilled to invite you to our Pride Preparation Party on Friday, May 29th and to march with us in the Capital Pride Parade on Sunday, June 14th! Please fill out this form and share if you plan to join!

TROY, N.Y. — The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) women's tennis program was recognized in the Liberty League's postseason awards announced today, capping a historic spring in which the Engineers captured the program's first-ever Liberty League Championship, earned their first NCAA Tournament appearance, and secured the first NCAA victory in program history with an opening-round win over Allegheny. In addition, Head Coach Justin Roe and his staff were named the Liberty League Coaching Staff of the Year.

TROY, N.Y. — The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) men's tennis program earned multiple postseason recognitions as the Liberty League announced its annual awards today, led by Tsubasa Okada receiving All-Liberty League First Team honors in singles. Okada also teamed with Tasmay Shah to collect All-Liberty League Second Team recognition in doubles, while Shah added a Second Team selection in singles.

Please note that Panera will have a change in hours of operations beginning 5/26/2026. To better serve our community this summer, Panera will now be open from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Monday - Friday. Thank you for your understanding and continued support of Rensselaer Dining.

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TROY, N.Y. – The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) men's and women's outdoor track & field teams will be represented by six student-athletes at the 2026 NCAA Division III Outdoor Track & Field Championships, scheduled for May 21-23 at Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex in La Crosse, Wisconsin.

Date: Friday, May 15, 2026 3:30 PM - Join us for our annual President's Commencement Colloquy, a lively conversation with our Commencement honorary degree recipients, The Honorable Dr. Darío Gil and Christine Ann Miller ’97 — two remarkable leaders at the forefront of science and health care. Doors open at 3 p.m. Colloquy begins at 3:30 p.m. and will be followed by a reception with refreshments in Evelyn’s Café. Free and open to the public. Registration required.

Date: Friday, May 15, 2026 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM - Please join the BME department faculty and staff was we celebrate the 2026 graduates! Families welcome.