Rensselaer Dining has added new events to help you power through final exams. Click the link above to find out more about all the events during finals!

Shifts start in January 2026. Review the available shifts in the full announcement and indicate your availability in the online application.

Get ready to power through finals—Brain Food Week is coming December 15–19!
Stop by Commons’ Bliss station and locations throughout Father’s to find Mindful, brain-boosting snacks designed to help you stay sharp, energized, and focused.

Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Professor Brian Clark presents insight into personal financial management. The core areas of managing personal finance consist of income, spending, investments, and protection. Learn how to develop strategies for managing budgeting, emergency funds, debt, and more. HYBRID Event. Seating is limited, and registration is required. Email sanchn2@rpi.edu.

To better support students during finals, Commons and Russell Sage Dining Halls will open for breakfast 30 minutes earlier during finals. Please click the link to see the announcement and to find out hours of operations for these dining halls.
Good luck on your exams!

RPI’s Department of Parking and Transportation will again offer Gateway shuttle service to the Albany International Airport, Albany Bus Terminal, and Amtrak Train Station for Winter Break. Shuttles depart from the RPI Student Union horseshoe via CDTA bus and RPI Transportation. Deadline to sign up is December 17th.

The Mercer XLab is looking for curious individuals passionate about learning, helping others, and making the TECH in PolyTECHnic visible all over campus! Please fill out the Join Our Team Form to be considered for Spring 2026. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities to lead, and continuous professional development. Paid positions are available. Curiosity, creativity, and communication are the only requirements for the For-Credit option. All majors are welcome to apply!

The Collegiate Science & Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) is excited to announce that applications for the Spring semester are now open! CSTEP is an academic enrichment program designed to support New York State residents who are economically disadvantaged and pursuing careers in STEM or health-related fields. Apply today by visiting the CSTEP website

Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Join ASCE, Chi Epsilon and ITE as they host a study break for engineering students. Have a relaxing evening with friends (old and new) and enjoy some pizza.

Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Want to know how to get your startup acquired? Join us for a Pig Tale on December 3 at 5:00 pm. Our special speaker, Sean Austin who has had a career that includes Spotify, mystery games, and financial analysis, will share his experiences building value in a startup for successful acquisition. Hear Sean tell his story that includes 31 job experiences. The 31st is the charm!