The Future of the Web: An Old-Fashioned Debate With a Social Media Twist

Debate is part of celebration to launch Tetherless World Constellation at Rensselaer On June 11, leading authorities on the World Wide Web will gather at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute for an old-fashioned debate with a social media twist. The questions for discussion will be shaped and selected by the collective wisdom of Web users from around the world.

Meet the Class of 2008: An Overview of Rensselaer's 202nd Commencement

Troy, N.Y. — More than 1,950 students will receive degrees from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute on Saturday, May 17, at 9:30 a.m. on the Harkness Field. They represent the next generation of leaders, scientists, entrepreneurs, patent holders, and innovators, in fields ranging from engineering to architecture, from fine arts to science, and from business to the military.

Crystal (Eye) Ball: Study Says Visual System Equipped With "Future Seeing Powers"

New research categorizes more than 50 types of illusions that help us perceive the present Catching a football. Maneuvering through a room full of people. Jumping out of the way when a golfer yells “fore.” Most would agree these seemingly simple actions require us to perceive and quickly respond to a situation. Assistant Professor of Cognitive Science at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Mark Changizi argues they require something more — our ability to foresee the future.

Rensselaer To Offer New Co-Terminal Five-Year Degrees, Extend Student Aid

Students can now earn master’s and bachelor’s degrees in five years, receive fifth year of financial aid Troy, N.Y. — To better prepare students to meet the growing demands of industry and the marketplace, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute will now offer undergraduates the opportunity to extend their financial aid and earn both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years.

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