Date: 8/16/2025 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM Help us celebrate the next generation of future RPI grads at our Westchester Incoming Student Sendoff! This special event welcomes the Class of 2029 and their families with an opportunity to meet local alumni, current students, and other incoming freshmen in a relaxed, fun setting!

Date: 4/13/2026 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ​Join us for a captivating discussion with Anne Giblin ’85, M.A., Ph.D., Senior Scientist and Director, The Ecosystems Center, The University of Chicago Marine Biological Laboratory, as she presents the Henry Ehrlich Lectureship. Dr. Giblin’s research focuses on the cycling of nitrogen, sulfur, iron, and phosphorus in soils and sediments under varying redox conditions. She has focused on how sediment processes influence the impacts of human-derived element inputs on ecosystems.

Date: 4/13/2026 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM ​Join us for a captivating discussion with Anne Giblin ’85, M.A., Ph.D., Senior Scientist and Director, The Ecosystems Center, The University of Chicago Marine Biological Laboratory, as she presents the Henry Ehrlich Lectureship. Dr. Giblin’s research focuses on the cycling of nitrogen, sulfur, iron, and phosphorus in soils and sediments under varying redox conditions. She has focused on how sediment processes influence the impacts of human-derived element inputs on ecosystems.

Date: 3/30/2026 Join us for an enriching conversation with Dr. Jeffrey Friedman ’73, M.D., the Marilyn M. Simpson Professor at The Rockefeller University and member of the Rensselaer Alumni Hall of Fame, as he delivers the Len and Marybeth Pierce Lectureship. Dr. Friedman investigates the molecular and neural mechanisms controlling appetite and body weight.

Date: 3/30/2026 Join us for an enriching conversation with Dr. Jeffrey Friedman ’73, M.D., the Marilyn M. Simpson Professor at The Rockefeller University and member of the Rensselaer Alumni Hall of Fame, as he delivers the Len and Marybeth Pierce Lectureship. Dr. Friedman investigates the molecular and neural mechanisms controlling appetite and body weight.

Date: 2/9/2026 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM As part of the Archie Bray Lectureship, we invite you to an engaging discussion with Claire Fraser ’77, Ph.D. — an accomplished alumna, member of the Rensselaer Alumni Hall of Fame, and former Rensselaer Trustee. A pioneer in genomic medicine, Dr. Claire Fraser mapped the first complete genome of a free-living organism, launching the field of microbial genomics.

Date: 2/9/2026 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM As part of the Archie Bray Lectureship, we invite you to an engaging discussion with Claire Fraser ’77, Ph.D. — an accomplished alumna, member of the Rensselaer Alumni Hall of Fame, and former Rensselaer Trustee. A pioneer in genomic medicine, Dr. Claire Fraser mapped the first complete genome of a free-living organism, launching the field of microbial genomics.

Date: 1/26/2026 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Join us for an engaging conversation with Eric Westin ’74, M.D., Chief Medical Office, Bicycle Therapeutics, as he delivers the Len and Marybeth Pierce Lectureship. Rather than a traditional lecture, this dynamic event will foster dialogue—inviting students, faculty, and guests to interact directly with Dr. Westin in an open discussion. Dr. Eric Westin is the chief medical officer of Bicycle Therapeutics with over 40 years in oncology research and drug development.

Date: 1/26/2026 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Join us for an engaging conversation with Eric Westin ’74, M.D., Chief Medical Office, Bicycle Therapeutics, as he delivers the Len and Marybeth Pierce Lectureship. Rather than a traditional lecture, this dynamic event will foster dialogue—inviting students, faculty, and guests to interact directly with Dr. Westin in an open discussion. Dr. Eric Westin is the chief medical officer of Bicycle Therapeutics with over 40 years in oncology research and drug development.

The Apple Back-to-School Promotion is back! Running from June 25 until September 30, 2025, the Rensselaer community can enjoy FREE Apple AirPods 4 Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) with the purchase of an eligible iMac or MacBook -or- FREE Apple Pencil Pro with the purchase of an eligible iPad Air or iPad Pro. Check out rensselaerstore.com to see what eligible devices are available. When you add an eligible device to your cart, you must also add the FREE item to your cart for the promotion to be automatically applied. Please note ONLY unopened product can be returned within 14 days of purchase.