Friday / October 9, 2026 at 9:00 am Join us for a celebration honoring Douglas A. Mercer ’77, who has given generously in support of the Department of Electrical, Computer, and Systems Engineering. In gratitude for his inspiring $27 million gift, the ECSE department will be named in his honor. Presented by RPI Gathering

Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM - What can sound mean for humans and the environment? And how can immersive audio environments clarify—or create—these meanings? Researcher and artist Felix Deufel (ZiMMT, Leipzig), joins RPI composer and technologist Matthew Goodheart to talk about spatial sound, acoustics, composition, and their effects on human experience. All are welcome. Stay afterwards for refreshments and informal conversation in Evelyn’s Café at EMPAC.

Thursday / October 8, 2026 at 6:00 pm What can sound mean for humans and the environment? And how can immersive audio environments clarify—or create—these meanings? Researcher and artist Felix Deufel, who is the director of ZiMMT (Center for Media Art, Music, and Technology) in Leipzig, joins RPI composer and technologist Matthew Goodheart to talk about spatial sound, acoustics, composition, and their effects on human experience. Talk Felix Deufel & Matthew Goodheart

Thursday / October 8, 2026 at 6:00 pm Researcher and artist Felix Deufel, Director, Center for Media Art, Music, and Technology in Leipzig, joins RPI composer and technologist Matthew Goodheart to talk about spatial sound, acoustics, composition, and their effects on human experience.  Talk Felix Deufel & Matthew Goodheart

Join International Services for Students and Scholars (ISSS) to talk about current updates related to CPT & D/S. Come hear about what changes are happening, and how ISSS can support international students. Bring your questions! Wednesday, October 21 at 10:00 AM ( Virtual - register at: https://tinyurl.com/RPI-townhall-102126 ) and Thursday, October 22 at 4:30 PM (In-person at CBIS Auditorium, ID card required to access building)

October 8-10, 2026 Reunion & Homecoming 2026 is officially open for registration, and we can’t wait to welcome you back to RPI October 9–11. This is your chance to reconnect with classmates, celebrate RPI traditions, and make new memories on campus. Whether you’re planning to attend class gatherings, catch a game, or learn about the latest in research, there’s something for everyone! Check out the full schedule, and register now to secure your spot.  We look forward to seeing you this fall for a weekend to remember! Presented by RPI Gathering

Please be aware that BARH Dining Hall will be closed on Monday, October 12th 2026 due to maintenance. Please follow Rensselaer Dining on social media @rensselaerdining for more updates.

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TROY, N.Y. — The RPI men's soccer team remained unbeaten in Liberty League play with a 2-0 victory over Bard this evening at ECAV Stadium. Joshua Jarden scored early before Sam Neal added an insurance tally in the final seconds, while the Engineers recorded their third consecutive shutout in conference action.

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — The RPI women's soccer team fell to Skidmore, 3-0, in Liberty League action this evening at Wachenheim Field. The Engineers moved to 4-3-3 overall and 0-3-0 in conference play.