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Come and learn what folks around campus are doing with Extended Reality (XR) technologies, hear about how IQP teams have been using these technologies, and try out some demos yourself!Monday, March 23, 202612-1:50pm--Salisbury Lab 402 Schedule12:00-12:30 Research Lightning Talks12:30-1:00 IQP Team lightning talks1:00-1:50 Open house and Demoslight refreshments available

Register Today You're invited to experience Wings of Gompei! A team of WPI mechanical engineering students will present on the design and build process for their radio-controlled (RC) airplane in preparation for the annual SAE Aero Design East Competition. Included is an up-close viewing the aircraft, Q&A, and we will learn about their recent competition.Wings of Gompei is a Major Qualifying Project (MQP) which is a degree requirement for graduating seniors. MQP's allow students to apply newfound engineering skills to a long-term project. View 2025 news coverage from Chronicle 5 WCVB: Worcester Polytechnic students revolutionize rocket and aircraft design with hands-on projects.Thank You to our PresentersJocelyn Pern, Class of 2026Matthew Gwozdz, Class of 2026Griffin Melia, Class of 2026Steven Stein, Class of 2026Biana Fridberg, Class of 2026Camille Aguilar, Class of 2026Arthur Ghukasyan, Class of 2026 Event DetailsDate/TimeWednesday, March 25, 2026 / 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMLocationThe Alumni Center at Higgins HouseParking pass is required, and provided upon registration by March 24. Register today! The event is hosted by WPI Voyagers, and is open to Voyagers' members, and members of the WPI community, age 55+ with an interest in learning more about this organization.

Register by March 18 Join us for a fun, casual spring evening at Worcester’s Greater Good Imperial Brewing Company, bringing together GOLD (Graduates of the Last Decade) alumni and senior-year students to reconnect, meet new friends, and celebrate what’s ahead in a relaxed setting.Thursday, March 26, 20265:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.Greater Good Imperial Brewing Company55 Millbrook Street, Worcester, MA 01606$10 per person (includes 1 drink token & access to food)Invite your friends! When a referred guest lists your name during registration, you’ll be entered into a raffle at the event (must be present to win). More referrals = more chances to win! We can’t wait to see you there and make the most of this Spring evening together!Space is limited and walk-ins may not be permitted. To secure your spot, make sure you register by March 18! Registration will close once capacity is reached. Parking & Transportation*WPI Senior-Year Students: Transportation to and from the brewery will be provided and is required for senior-year students who are registered. You must sign a travel waiver before participating, provided upon boarding of bus.Board Bus: 4:30 p.m. - report to the bus circle at the bottom of the Sports and Rec Center by the parking garageBus Departs WPI: 4:45 p.m.Bus Departs Greater Good: 8:00 p.m.Bus Arrives to WPI: 8:05 p.m. - drop off at Sports and Rec Center Circle.*Alumni and other guests: Parking is available in the lot located at the Greater Good Imperial Brewing Company.

REGISTER WHO'S COMING?Join your hosts Jean Philippe Miralda '19 and Eva Bruklich ’22 for an alumni gathering in Austin, TX! Get together with old and new friends for snacks, drinks, and WPI memories.Thursday, March 26, 20266:00 to 8:00 PMCentral Machine Works Brewery4824 E. Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX 78702 This event is sponsored by the WPI Alumni Association. Appetizers and bar service will be available. Advanced registration is requested. Please register by March 24.

Fire Protection Engineering DepartmentFPE SEMINAR SERIESGuest Lecture FP 575: Explosion Protection Engineering Titanium Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing: Near Miss Lessons Learned - A Dust Hazard Analysis Case StudyJeremy Lebowitz, PEFriday, March 27, 202611:00 – 12:30 pm ESTFPE classroom, Rm 122650 Prescott St, WorcesterBIOGRAPHYJeremy Lebowitz, PE - Jeremy is a Market Leader and Senior Director with Jensen Hughes, specializing in laboratory and hazardous material safety. He is a registered fire protection engineer with a background in chemical engineering which he leverages to help users identify hazards and prioritize corrective actions related to building, process and operational improvements. He is responsible for technical quality on projects involving process hazards and hazardous material use and storage, with over 600 projects spanning laboratories, semiconductor fabrication/clean rooms, pharmaceutical, vivarium, chemical manufacturing and industrial warehousing. He is also a longstanding NFPA technical committee member on NFPA 30 (flammable liquids) and NFPA 318 (semiconductor manufacturing).This lecture is offered as part of FP 575 (Explosion Protection Engineering) taught by Prof. Lorenz Boeck for the Explosion Protection Engineering (XPE) – A new and exciting interdisciplinary MS program by Aerospace, Chemical Civil, Fire Protection, and Mechanical Engineering at WPI.https://www.wpi.edu/academics/study/master-science-explosion-protection-engineeringFree pizza afterwards sponsored by Jensen Hughes

Join us for a fireside chat with WPI alumni John Joseph (ME ’86) and Laz Vekiarides (MSCS ’98), two accomplished technology leaders who have built startups, launched products, raised capital, and led innovation across companies including Google Cloud, AWS, Dell, EqualLogic, and ClearSky Data. From scaling engineering ideas into high-growth businesses to navigating product leadership, entrepreneurship, and venture-backed growth, John and Laz will share candid insights on building in tech and what it takes to turn ideas into impact.Pizza will be provided.

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Fire Protection Engineering DepartmentFPE SEMINAR SERIESA Career in Fire Safety EngineeringbyVyto Babrauskas - Inventor of the Cone CalorimeterMonday, April 6, 202611:00 am – noon, Room 122650 Prescott St.https://wpi.zoom.us/j/320855113ABSTRACTIn this talk, Dr. Vyto Babrauskas will provide examples from both his career and others whom he’s met through his more than 50-year career built around turning fundamental fire and explosion safety questions into tools that practitioners can use. He will share his story and provide a roadmap for students and early-career engineers on how to pick problems that matter, build real expertise, and make contributions that endure.BIOGRAPHYProf. Vyto Babrauskas, AB in Applied Physics, Swarthmore College, MS and PhD at UC Berkeley in Structural and Fire Protection Engineering (1976) has authored more than 300 papers and some of the most field-defining references such as the Ignition Handbook. He is the inventor of the Cone Calorimeter which is the most important tool in the field of fire science. Prof. Vyto Babrauskas is currently an adjunct professor at WPI, teaching a course on Case Studies in Explosions in the Energy Industry (FP 588) for the Explosion Protection Engineering MS program. Sponsored by the Department of Fire Protection Engineering

Are you passionate about innovation and real-world impact? Join us at the MakerBucks Demo Drive, where WPI student teams showcase inspiring projects brought to life through the MakerBucks program, presented by the WPI Makerspace. Open to the entire WPI community—students, faculty, staff, and alumni—discover how these creators are accelerating change with hardware and software prototypes, backed by Makerspace resources, tools, and expert guidance.This year's showcase features 15+ funded innovations, including the Smart Glove for Advanced Health Monitoring, Multiple Drone Localization in 3D Space, EZHang, EpiSafe, and more. Meet the creators, hear their stories, and leave inspired.The Makerbucks Demo Drive is proudly supported by Nancy and Mike Abrams ’77, whose generosity fuels student creativity and empowers every WPI innovator to make their mark. Come network, discover, and ignite your next big idea. Your inspiration is waiting.

Regie Gibson, Inaugural Poet Laureate of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, will be our featured poet on April 9 at 6:30 pm, for our second annual Olive Higgins Prouty Poetry Celebration. This year’s program is hosted in partnership with WPI faculty Jim Cocola and Kris Boudreau, the Worcester County Poetry Association and the Clemente Course in the Humanities. See more details in this announcement.Light refreshments will be available before and after the event. For information on parking or directions, please contact us at: library@wpi.edu.

The Office of Sustainability and the Gordon Library are pleased to be co-hosting this year's 18th Annual Student Sustainability Project Showcase. Please mark your calendars to join us from 1-3pm on Friday, April 10, on the upper (3rd) level of the Gordon Library!This year, the Showcase returns to an in-person format to offer the opportunity for connection and discussion. Students will have one slide and three minutes to share about their project’s goals, challenges, and successes. Top presentations, as determined by people's choice voting, will be recognized.Register by March 23rd to present your project! Registration is not required to attend, only to present your work. Light refreshments will be served.

The STEM Education Center Presents: Register now to join us for the 3rd Annual STEM Education Showcase!Explore the SessionsKeynote: Balance, Belonging, and Becoming: Supporting Student Wellness in a Digital AgeRichard Lopez, Assistant Professor of Neuroscience and PsychologyDigital media and artificial intelligence are reshaping how students think, connect, and make sense of themselves and their learning. Understanding how technology can strengthen and strain students’ mental health and wellbeing invites us to reimagine our roles as educators. K-12 education can become a place where students feel grounded, supported, and empowered as they navigate increasingly complex digital landscapes. By acknowledging students’ lived experiences with technology and co‑creating approaches that foster balance, belonging, and intentional learning, we can build environments that honor the whole student and help them thrive in both their academic journeys and their broader lives.Workshop: Fostering Effective Teamwork in the K-12 ClassroomAnne Ogilvie, Director for Team Learning, Worcester Polytechnic InstituteTeamwork is a powerful driver of student learning, yet it can be one of the most challenging practices for both educators and learners. This interactive workshop will provide PK–12 educators with practical strategies to more confidently incorporate teamwork into classroom experiences and equip students with the collaboration skills they need to thrive. Educators will explore the benefits and common challenges of teamwork and explore strategies to form teams, establish team agreements, structure group tasks, and guide productive dialogue.Workshop: Translanguaging: Practical Strategies to Support Multilingual Learners in STEMEvelyn Larose, Science Program Director, Boston Public SchoolsStep into the shoes of a multilingual student! Come experience a high-quality science task as a multilingual learner, through a hands-on lesson immersion activity in another language! Engage in translanguaging firsthand and walk away with practical strategies for supporting your multilingual learners.Workshop: DESE AI Literacy Resources for EducatorsPaula Moore, CS Policy SpecialistExplore the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) resources designed to help educators understand and teach AI literacy. This session, led by Paula Moore, former Digital Literacy and Computer Science Content Lead at DESE and member of the DESE AI Task Force, will guide participants through materials addressing AI fundamentals, bias and societal impact, and strategies for helping students engage thoughtfully with AI.Workshop: Lesson Plans Inspired by RET Research on the United Nations Sustainable Development GoalsAbbey Prisby, Debbie Baird, Demetrios Kennedy, Em Beeler, Jared Quinn, Jessica Drozd, Michael Nixdorf, Tiffini Cornock Pre-service and in-service teachers in the 2024-25 cohort of the Research Experience for Teachers program at WPI share their lessons and research inspired by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The authentic research experience provided context for teaching “integrated STEM” and inspired ways to engage students in classrooms.Workshop: Authentic Family Engagement: Moving from Participation to Shared Decision-MakingDéborah L. González, Ph.D., Supervisor Translation and Interpretation Services, Worcester Public SchoolsFamily engagement is often misunderstood as attendance at events or compliance with paperwork. In this interactive panel session, leaders from Worcester Public Schools — including a SEPAC parent leader, wraparound coordinators, and a Spanish interpreter — explore what authentic engagement truly looks like in practice. Using a real-world special education case scenario, participants will examine how language access, scheduling, power dynamics, and systems design impact family trust and student outcomes. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies to shift from outreach to partnership and from compliance to shared leadership.Workshop: What’s the Story? Data Literacy for the K-5 ClassroomTiffany Davis, Instructional Coach, Ashburnham Westminster Regional SchoolsThis session provides resources and strategies to help you identify grade-level milestones for data literacy and weave essential data literacy skills and concepts into the math and science lessons you already teach. More sessions will be announced soon—check back for updates! Connect, Learn, and Grow at the 3rd Annual STEM Education Showcase Register today!More details, including the full agenda and program, will be shared here soon.2026 Schedule8:30-9:10 a.m.Share-a-thon9:10-9:15 a.m.Welcome9:15-10:15 a.m.Session 1 Options:Fostering Effective Teamwork in the K-12 ClassroomTranslanguaging: Practical Strategies to Support Multilingual Learners in STEM DESE AI Literacy Resources for Educators 10:15-10:30 a.m.Break, Networking10:30-11:30 a.m.Session 2 Options:Research Experiences for Teachers Authentic Family Engagement: Moving from Participation to Shared Decision-Making What’s the Story? Data Literacy for the K-5 Classroom11:30-11:45 a.m.Break, Networking11:45 a.m.-12:20 p.m.Keynote 12:20-12:30 p.m.Closing and PDP Certificate Distribution12:30 p.m.Event Concludes12:45-2:00 p.m.Optional Post-Event: STEM-tastic Futures Await! Touch Future Tech at LEAPOptional Post-Event: STEM-tastic Futures Await! Touch Future Tech at LEAPThe Lab for Education & Application Prototypes (LEAP@WPI/QCC) at WPI is a state-of-the-art innovation space where you can see how tomorrow’s technologies are created, from next generation microelectronics to photonic integrated circuits—tiny chip-based systems that use light instead of electrical signals. Join us for a guided tour of LEAP and stay for a follow-on reception and discussion to spark curiosity and STEM engagement in your students.Don’t Miss the 3rd Annual STEM Education Showcase, register to join us!What Attendees Are Saying“The opportunity to connect with other educators, share ideas, and be inspired by what others are doing in their classrooms.” — ’25 Showcase Attendee“High-quality workshops with relevant topics, engaging presenters, and time to really learn—not rushed.” — ’25 Showcase Attendee“A welcoming, well-organized morning full of practical ideas, meaningful conversations, and connections I’m excited to bring back to my school.” — ’25 Showcase AttendeeLooking Back: STEM Education Showcase ’25Want a sense of what to expect?Read our STEM Education Showcase ’25 recap for highlights, reflections, and moments from last year’s event.

Sonia Kovalevsky DaySaturday, April 11, 20269:00 am to 3:00 pmRegistration is open : https://wpi.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a5bz0dArGJux0yyRegistration will close on Sunday, March 29th Event Location: Salisbury Labs, WPI’s campusSK Day 2026 will provide an interactive experience for participants to engage in math activities led by current WPI students and faculty, lunch, and presentations by women leaders in STEM.Named in honor of Sonia Kovalevsky, the first woman to obtain her doctorate in mathematics, SK Days are nationally-held, locally-organized outreach events with the aim of supporting and encouraging young women to continue their study of mathematics.SK Day 2026 is supported by a grant from the Women’s Impact Network to Prof. Andrea Arnold and by the Department of Mathematical Sciences.Please contact gr-ma-skday@wpi.edu with any questions.

Monday, April 13th is the submission date for URPS (Undergraduate Research Project Showcase). Please check with your departments about their plans. If they require a poster, please see below.Groups presenting in multiple departments should create a poster for each department if the sizes are different. Please have the individuals submitting be in that department for which the poster is being printed.Poster should be submitted through the ATC Poster Submission Portal.Templates and instruction for poster printing can be found here.All poster should be printed on matte paper. Sizing and payment information can be found below.Biology & Biotechnology36" x 48"WPI Depart Acct - enter Biology under Cost CenterBioinformatics & Computational Biology36" x 48"WPI Depart Acct - enter Bioinformatics under Cost CenterChemical Engineering28" x 36"WPI Dept Acct - enter ChemEng under Cost CenterChemistry & Biochemistry36" x48"WPI Dept Acct - enter Chemistry under Cost CenterCivil, Environmental, & Architectural Eng28" x 36"WPI Dept Acct - enter CEAE under Cost CenterComputer Science36" x 48"WPI Dept Acct - enter Computer Science under Cost CenterData Science36" x 48"WPI Dept Acct - enter Data Science under Cost CenterHumanities/Professional Writing36" x 48"WPI Dept Acct - enter Humanities under Cost CenterMathematical Sciences24" x 36"WPI Dept Acct - enter Mathematical Sci under Cost CenterPhysics24" x 36"WPI Dept Acct - enter Physics under Cost CenterRobotics24" x 36"Goat BucksThe Business School28" x 36"WPI Dept Acct - enter Business under Cost CenterSocial Science & Policy Studies24" x 36"WPI Dept Acct - enter SSPS under Cost CenterOthers24" x 36"Please see your departments for account numbers

REGISTERWe invite you to join fellow members of the WPI community in Boston for an evening of connection and conversation. Enjoy time with alumni and friends while learning how WPI’s Business School is addressing the intersection of technology and industry. Take part in a timely discussion on the forces shaping today’s business landscape. Wednesday, April 15, 20265:30 to 7:30 PMThe offices of Greenberg Traurig, LLPOne International Place, Suite 2000, Boston, MA 02110 Hosted by Roman Fayerberg (Chem. Eng. '97), shareholder and patent attorney at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.The program will feature insights from interim dean of the Business School, Kwamie Dunbar, Phd., MBA, on emerging technologies and their impact across industries, along with an opportunity to engage with fellow alumni and leaders across the WPI network. Appetizers and bar service will be provided.Space is limited and advanced registration is requested. Walk-ins are welcome, subject to available space.

Please join us on Thursday, April 16th from 3:30-5:00pm in the Scott Room for a reception and conversation celebrating the new photography exhibit from our very own Philip Clay and Professor Art Heinricher.The Scott Room is located on the upper level (3rd floor) of Gordon Library. Light refreshments will be served in the Gordon Conference Room.

WPI Music Division presents a centennial celebration of Robert Goddard's rocket launch, featuring WPI Bands, Choirs, Orchestra, and Jazz. The event culminates with two premieres; Gregory Brown's dedication "To Fly Without Wings" and another by David Ibbett, assistant teaching professor in the Department of Humanities and Arts. Music from Holst's Planets will also be featured, performing his Jupiter by over 200 student musicians.

Register for Dinner By April 15 The Brothers of the Pi Iota Chapter of Phi Gamma DeltaCordially Invite All Brothers and Guests to the2026 Frank Norris Pig DinnerSaturday, April 25, 2026PROGRAM 1:00-3:00 PMOpen House99 Salisbury Street, Worcester3:00-4:00 PMF.A. Morse Annual MeetingWPI Rubin Campus Center, Hagglund Room 3014:00-5:00 PMCocktail HourWPI Rubin Campus Center, Odeum Foyer5:00-7:00 PMDinnerWPI Rubin Campus Center, Odeum Room 341Menu Choice of:Tomato-Dijon Tenderloin of BeefChicken Statler with Supreme SauceVegetarian Option: Spaghetti Squash with Cacciatore SauceServed w/ a Side Cesar Salad, Garlic Roasted Mashed Potatoes, and Seasonal Roasted Vegetables6:00 PMProgramMeet our New BrothersOwl Recognitions:Diamond 75 Years – Initiated 6/1/1950 to 6/1/1951 (Class of 1954)Gold 50 Years – Initiated 6/1/1975 to 6/1/1976 (Class of 1979)Silver 25 Years – Initiated 6/1/2000 to 6/1/2001 (Class of 2004)Bronze 10 Years – Initiated 6/1/2015 to 6/1/2016 (Class of 2019) Chapter Awards & Recognitions Please register by April 15 to attend and to accommodate event logistics.This event is $65 per Graduate Brother and Guest. Attire is Business/Cocktail.Register for dinner using the link above or contact one of the representatives below.Donations are also welcome and can be processed using this link or at the event.Questions?Please contact Sanjay Talwar '27, Corresponding Secretary, at (talwar.s.pgd@gmail.com)or Dave Willens ’09, Purple Legionnaire, at (dave.willens@gmail.com). We look forward to seeing you there!PERGE!

We are excited to welcome our first poetry reading by a WPI alum, Gerald Yelle. Yelle's books include The Holyoke Diaries (Future Cycle, 2014), Dreaming Alone and with Others (Future Cycle, 2023), the bored and Evolution for the Hell of It (Alien Buddha, 2025). His chapbooks include No Place I Would Rather Be (Finishing Line, 2021) and A Box of Rooms (Bottlecap, 2022). He lives in Amherst, Massachusetts. Yelle will be reading from his work in the Gordon Library Conference Room (Room 303). More event details and an announcement are forthcoming.

REGISTERThe 2026 Alumni Association Annual Meeting will be conducted as part of Honoring Our Helping Herd on Wednesday, April 29. If you are a WPI alumna/us, you are a voting member of the Association, and the Board of Directors invites you to take part in the meeting!Members of the Association’s Board of Directors represent you – they advocate for you, help to keep you connected to WPI, foster community, and strengthen the alumni network. They also provide fellow alumni with beneficial resources and opportunities to engage with WPI and each other. All of this important work is in support of the university’s mission and goals. As a voting member of the Association, you can ensure that the work of the Board of Directors continues to have a positive impact on your alumni experience. Alumni Association Annual MeetingWednesday, April 29, 2026 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM Rubin Campus Center, OdeumWPI CampusAppetizers and bar service will be available. Registration information is forthcoming. We hope to see you there! Can’t make it to campus? Participate in the Annual Meeting by voting online. More information will be available in advance of the meeting date.

REGISTERVolunteers are a crucial part of the equation for success here at WPI, and our alumni are some of the most dedicated members of our Helping Herd. Your commitment and contributions to your alma mater have a profoundly positive impact – whether they be as an advisory board member, a guest lecturer, an event host, or in any other volunteer capacity.Join us as we celebrate YOU – the alumni members of our Helping Herd – during this special volunteer recognition event. You’ll have a chance to gather with other members of the alumni community who also contribute their time and talent in meaningful ways and hear from a special guest speaker.Honoring Our Helping HerdWednesday, April 29, 2026 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM Rubin Campus Center, OdeumWPI Campus In addition, the Alumni Association will conduct its annual meeting, recapping its work from the past year, welcoming new board members, and presenting its annual gift to WPI. Learn more about the annual meeting and the important role you play at your university.Appetizers and bar service will be available. Registration information is forthcoming. We hope to see you there!

Register by May 3Who's ComingWPI Voyagers members and enthusiasts are invited to join us on May 6 for a History At Play™, LLC Immersive Living History Experience, Rendezvous With Rachel Revere.It is May 2, 1775 and Rachel Revere has only heard from her beloved husband Paul once since his legendary midnight ride on the 18th of April. Still isolated from one another due to the Siege of Boston, Rachel desperately tries to create a plan to safely take her children: six step-children from Paul’s first marriage and a newborn baby of their own, from the reach of the British Regular Army in Boston. In this program, you will help Rachel, as she carefully considers the dangers and demands of each plan. Find out if Rachel is successful in her perilous mission to unite her family, amidst the wake of an American Revolution.History At Play™, LLC was founded in 2010 by Artistic Director Judith Kalaora.Offering solo and ensemble programs with an emphasis on women’s history, H.A.P. is woman-owned and operated, with a commitment to employ artists from the region. Kalaora is a professional educator, writer and living historian. She graduated from Syracuse University and completed the Globe Education Program at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre of London, England.Learn More at: www.HistoryAtPlay.com / Email: info@HistoryAtPlay.comDETAILSWednesday, May 6, 2026 / Alumni Center at Higgins House10:00 AMGuest Check-in and Social10:30 AMWelcome Remarks, WPI Voyagers Followed by History At PlayTMLLC, Immersive Living History Experience12:15 PMClosing Remarks12:30 PMProgram Concludes Registration is preferred by May 3. Register today!Parking passes are required on campus and will be provided upon registration. This program is hosted by WPI Voyagers, and is open to members and WPI community members, age 55+ having an interest in learning more about WPI Voyagers.

Department of Fire Protection Engineering Save the Date WPI FPE Alumni, Students and Friends Reception at the 2026 NFPA Conference and ExpoWhen: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 5:00-7:00 pm Where: Border Grill, Mandalay Bay 3950 S. Las Vegas Blvd Las Vegas, NV 89111