Rensselaer was one of 203 research universities invited to participate in the HHMI 2014 “Sustaining Excellence in Science Education for Research Universities Competition,” and is one of only 37 universities to be awarded a grant.
To the 1,613 graduates awarded degrees during the Commencement ceremony, President Shirley Ann Jackson urged courage of their convictions and confidence in their capabilities.
As Rensselaer prepared to host the 208th Commencement ceremony, Student Life carved out time to honor several graduating seniors as recipients of the CLASS Awards.
During the May 22 “Zero Year” Reunion Brunch, several graduating seniors were honored for their contributions to the Rensselaer.
Members of the Class of 2014 have raised funds to install benches in the Darrin Communications Center (DCC) Great Hall.
Many graduates will continue their studies after graduation and Rensselaer students in all areas of study, are landing good jobs.
In 2007, Kinsley French arrived at Rensselaer as a freshman with an interest in science and research. In intervening years, she has racked up a slew of accomplishments.
David Vorick is graduating with a fledgling cryptocurrency and cloud storage business, and the entrepreneurial skills he and his co-founder learned at Rensselaer.
The Lally School of Management will host its third annual high school business plan competition on Wednesday, May 21.
For Commencement, a green, sustainable mindset has picked up tremendous momentum on the Rensselaer campus over the past four years.