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Dr. Azita Hirsa Receives the Rensselaer Alumni Association (RAA) Teaching Award

The Industrial and Systems Engineering Department proudly celebrates Dr. Azita Hirsa, recipient of the RAA Teaching Award. Dr. Hirsa’s courses in professional development, ethics, and management of engineering and technology inspire students to connect technical excellence with integrity, purpose, and collaboration. “Students learn best when they feel supported, challenged, and seen as collaborators in our learning journey,” said Dr. Hirsa. “This recognition affirms that those efforts matter.”

GRADUATE STUDENT APPRECIATION DAY | Oct. 14

Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 (all day) - The Office of Graduate Education & Graduate Experience sincerely appreciates your contributions! We value your dedication and hard work in our graduate community. Please take a moment to contact your department to learn about their event that day. Your commitment and involvement are truly valued and make a significant difference in enhancing the graduate experience. Thank you for being an integral part of our vibrant academic community!

RPI Bests RIT In Season-Opening Dual Meet

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) women's swimming and diving team opened the 2024-25 season with a convincing 186-110 victory over RIT in Saturday's dual meet. The Engineers turned in a well-rounded performance from top to bottom, with standout showings across the pool and on the diving boards, including several first-year student-athletes earning their first collegiate victories.
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