It’s time for your semesterly reminder to review the RPI Handbook of Student Rights & Responsibilities. We’ve updated the Student Handbook to clarify expectations, streamline processes, and strengthen support resources for this academic year.

Date: Monday, February 2, 2026 12:00 AM - Mon , February 9, 2026 6:30 PM - Join us for the next UPWARDS US-Japan STEM Networking event. The event will begin with mini-lectures by guest speakers on their graduate school experience and career, followed by time to network with students from UPWARDS partner universities. Speakers: Dr. Lan (Samantha) Li, Professor, Boise State University and Dr. Esther Wertz, Associate Professor, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Register: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/wnfqHXkuRiKh7Q3xPWr0NQ#/registration

City Station West will continue to operate independently from RPI and lease primarily to RPI students. Juniors, seniors, and graduate students who have fulfilled their on-campus housing requirement may lease directly with City Station West as an off-campus option. However, City Station West will no longer be included in Student Living and Learning’s housing inventory or appear on RPI housing applications beginning with Summer and Fall 2026.

All RPI students have access to financial research tools through the Lally School of Management, including Bloomberg, FactSet, S&P Capital IQ, Wharton Research Data Services (WRDS), and more. Visit the Lally website to learn more about available resources and how to access them.

Exploring opportunities, have an idea, or want to ask questions? Stop by Dean Wagman’s Open Office Hours on Tuesday, February 24 from 2:00–3:00 p.m. in the Pittsburgh Building, Room 3104. No appointment needed. Come with questions, ideas, or simply a desire to explore opportunities and get more involved.

Exploring opportunities, have an idea, or want to ask questions? Stop by Dean Wagman’s Open Office Hours on Tuesday, April 21 from 2:00–3:00 p.m. in the Pittsburgh Building, Room 3104. No appointment needed. Come with questions, ideas, or simply a desire to explore opportunities and get more involved.

Fellows receive $110K per year for two years, are placed at an internationally prestigious lab, and are mentored by world leaders in science and industry. PhD students graduating between May 2026 and June 2027 who are interested in developing skills in a discipline different than their own should contact Betty Madigan, madige@rpi.edu, by April 10th for information on the internal selection process. A committee will select 2 nominees to be submitted in May. Questions? madige@rpi.edu

Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM - Join the Rensselyrics for our Spring 2026 auditions! The process is easy- just prepare a verse and a chorus of any song you feel confident in, and that you feel best shows off your voice. You can learn more about the process on our website and also sign up for a slot if you are interested. Don't hesitate to reach out to us (rensselyrics@gmail.com) with any questions!

Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM - PhD students who are interested in participating in the Three Minute Thesis competition at RPI are invited to attend an information session to learn more about this program. Additional info can be found here: https://graduate.rpi.edu/three-minute-thesis-3mtr-competition

Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM - Join us for an info. session to learn more about programs and support services for Co-Term/Accelerated Master's at RPI. Refreshments will be served.