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SP26 Final Semester - Now What? Immigration

Friday, February 20, 2026 4:00 AM - 5:00 AM - ATTENTION INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Join ISSS for a virtual workshop to learn about the immigration options for life after graduation. Topics include employment, continuing your studies, departing the U.S., and more. Online (Webex) event on Friday, February 20, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED, AT: https://bit.ly/final-semester-SP2026 Contact: Reba Cappelli, 518-276-4966, capper@rpi.edu

ASCE Student Chapter Meeting

Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Interested in civil/structural engineering and historical preservation? Join other students for this presentation by Engineering Ventures. Learn about their projects, intern opportunities, and general career advice. Pizza will be provided

Frosty February Fling

Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM - All Civil, Environmental, and Undeclared Engineering students are invited to this CEE event. Let's celebrate the half way point of the semester and hopefully say good bye to the frosty weather and welcome the warm sunshine. A great way to catch up with old friends and meet other students. There will be food, fun, and prizes. RSVP to Debbie, rodend3@rpi.edu by 2-17.

OGE Dissertation and Thesis Preparation Workshop

Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM - Learn the basics of correct thesis organization and format, appropriate paper attribution and reference citation styles—plus a review of the most commonly found mistakes and ways to avoid them. This workshop is for any student who will be writing a MS thesis or PhD dissertation. Bring your questions! To register for this WebEx event: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7r-EC56OG3pITP5PeyCkAHSy15aUolvEtxU5WIw6x2y7E_w/viewform?usp=header

NSF 3 Year Graduate Fellowship Information Session to be held Feb. 18th

Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - The NSF GRFP provides 3 years of salary and tuition for Masters and PhD students in 30+ STEM fields. Rensselaer students earn this prestigious award every year. Seniors, 1st year grad students (fall 2026) who are U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible. Email madige@rpi.edu for information or Register for the virtual session: https://surveys.rpi.edu/jfe/form/SV_6L3FFwv0qCROrvE

What’s Next After Graduation? Explore Your Options.

Considering a coterminal or accelerated master’s degree? Join the Lally School of Management and invited RPI graduate program representatives on Wednesday, February 25 from 12:00–1:00 p.m. in PITTS 5114 to learn more about graduate programs, how coterminal pathways work, and what funding opportunities may be available. All RPI students are welcome. Pizza will be provided. Register using the link on our website.

Rπ Giving Day πK (5K) on March 14

Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 - Sun , March 8, 2026 (all day) - Registration is now open for the Rπ Giving Day πK (5K) on March 14 at 11 a.m.! Join the campus community for a spirited run/walk with Pep Band, Puckman, trivia, giveaways, brunch at the Commons (with registration), and pi-themed medals. Run on campus or participate virtually — every mile supports Rπ Giving Day. Sign up today and share your experience with #RPi314.
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