Postponed - Frosty February Fling
Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM - The Civil & Environmental event scheduled for 2-18 at 3:00 PM has been postponed.
Students
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.
First Year Experience Hosts with LA's | Get Your Tuition's Worth
Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Make the most of your RPI experience! Learn how to fully leverage campus resources, academic opportunities, and support services to maximize your investment and set yourself up for long-term success.
ASCE Student Chapter Meeting with SASE
Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Join members of ASCE and SASE for a presentation by CDM Smith. Learn about their projects and geotechnical engineering sector. This is great way to catch up with fellow students and network with professionals. Pizza will be provided by CDM Smith.
Spring Graduate Lunch and Learn Series- Understanding the US Taxes System. Registration Required.
Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Please join Michael Jackstadt and Mark Moran for an insightful seminar on Taxes and how they work for students. Hybrid event. Registration Required. RSVP sanchn2@rpi.edu
Transfer Student Coffee Hour
Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM - Transfer Student Coffee Hour