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Networking doesn’t have to be intimidating. In this interactive learn-and-practice session, you’ll discover strategies for starting conversations, making small talk, and confidently navigating a networking event before putting your skills to the test in a guided networking exercise with fellow attendees.4- 4:10: Introductions and overview of the program4:10 - 5:00pm: Presentation with tactical networking tips and opportunities to practice5:00-5:30: Open networking with folks in the room5:30 - 6:00pm: Wrap up with a presentation about who’s in your network and how to build a network

Financial Technology (FinTech) continues to reshape global financial services through advances in artificial intelligence, blockchain, digital assets, payments, and data-driven innovation. FinTech Frontiers brings together researchers, industry professionals, policymakers, and students to examine emerging technologies and their impact on the future of finance.Hosted by the WPI Business School in collaboration with FLAME University, the 2nd Northeast U.S. FinTech Conference will take place October 22–23, 2026, at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester, Massachusetts. The conference will provide a collaborative forum for research, industry perspectives, policy discussions, and conversations on the rapidly evolving digital-finance ecosystem.

As part of UXSYM 2026, we are excited to feature a timely and practical workshop:Building Legal AI Roadmaps: Lessons from Leading Enterprise AI DeploymentsJoin Andrew Aberdale for an engaging mini-workshop on how legal organizations can successfully navigate AI adoption and develop sustainable, responsible AI roadmaps.Successfully adopting AI products requires not only cross-functional collaboration to develop a human-centered approach that builds trust while delivering measurable business value, but also thoughtful leadership, strong governance, and a commitment to responsible AI practices. This workshop explores what it takes to lead a legal team's AI roadmap, from identifying high-impact use cases and evaluating AI solutions to deploying tools responsibly across the organization. Participants will learn practical frameworks for balancing innovation with legal, ethical, security, and regulatory considerations. Whether you lead Legal Operations, serve as in-house counsel, manage AI initiatives, or support digital transformation efforts, this workshop provides practical tools to help your organization deploy AI responsibly, improve efficiency, and enable higher-value strategic work.Meet the SpeakerAndrew Aberdale is a data science and technology leader at Insulet, specializing in AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. He helps organizations develop responsible AI strategies that promote innovation while maintaining security, trust, and long-term organizational success.This is an excellent opportunity to learn from real-world enterprise AI deployments and gain practical guidance for creating AI roadmaps that deliver meaningful business impact.Learn more and reserve your spot today: https://uxsym.org/Sincerely,The UXSYM 2026 Organizing Committee, Creating Value Through Trustworthy, Secure, Human-Centered AI, November 5, 2026 | Worcester Polytechnic Institute, https://uxsym.org/Soussan Djamasbi, User Experience and Decision Making (UXDM) Lab, Worcester Polytechnic InstituteDoaa Alrefaei, King Abdulaziz University; User Experience and Decision Making (UXDM) Lab, Worcester Polytechnic InstituteJohn Wyatt, Senior Design Program Manager & Research Operations, AmazonPrateek Jain, Director, Product Management (Research & Insights), IKS Health

Join us for the grand reopening of Gordon Library! Explore the newly renovated spaces, meet the designers and builders who brought them to life, and sample new offerings at the refreshed Class of 1970 Café.

Learn how AI is impacting education and career development from educators and professionals who have implemented AI in their own careers.We invite you to register for the Women in Data Science (WiDS) Central Mass Conference independently organized by WPI, Thriving with Data Science in an AI-Driven World: From Learning to Career Impact. The conference is Thursday, November 12, 2026 from 10am – 2pm EST in person at the Rubin Campus Center, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA. The event is generously sponsored by WIN, Microsoft, and WPIWiDS Central MA features panelists from academia and industry, with a focus on career readiness and growth. Panelists include Statistical and Data Sciences Professor from Smith College, Shiya Cao, Ph.D., AI/ML Software Engineer from Microsoft, Sushmitha Rajeswari Muppa, M.S., Distinguished Engineer from Dell Technologies, Himabindu Tammala, M.S., Executive Director of Institutional Research & Assessment from WPI, Elissa Chin Lu, Ph.D., and Technical Recruiter and Founder of Purely Tech Recruitment, Karin Prah. The discussion will cover building skills for an AI-driven world and turning skills into opportunity. In addition to our panel discussion, this event offers a networking/social hour for professionals and students to connect during a catered lunch. We look forward to welcoming our registered guests to WPI and to learn from highly accomplished professionals.All are welcome. Registration is required. Register now to reserve your seat!

REGISTER TO JOIN US Learn. Connect. Inspire.WPI’s spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship is bigger than our campus. Join us for a virtual conversation exploring innovation and entrepreneurship at WPI. Hear how students are bringing new ideas to life, learn how your expertise can support the next generation of entrepreneurs, and discover meaningful volunteer opportunities that fit your interests and schedule. Whether you're a founder, innovator, mentor, novice or lifelong learner, your perspective can help students turn ideas into action.Featured speaker is Ardian Preci, Director of Innovation & Entrepreneurship Programs, The Business School.All members of the WPI community are invited to join us for this event on Zoom. ATTENDEES WILLbe inspired by the creativity and ambition of today's students.learn about university initiatives and innovation programs.see how entrepreneurship is evolving on campus.hear how you can shape future opportunities for students.connect with the people and programs driving innovation at WPI.gain insight and personal growth focusing on the I&E industry.learn about volunteer opportunities at WPI. DATEThursday, November 12, 2026TIME7:00-8:00 PM ESTLOCATIONZoom (Zoom link provided to registrants via confirmation email) This event is hosted by WPI Voyagers. Learn more about this longstanding WPI organization!

Welcome to the Worcester Inter-University Innovation Exchange (WIIX)The WIIX Evening Event is a dynamic, fast-paced gathering designed to bring together students from Worcester’s universities to network and share innovative ideas. This event emphasizes connections, rapid pitches, and meaningful conversations, fostering cross-campus innovation in an engaging and energetic setting.

20 years of GPS! Please join us for the annual Great Probelms Seminar Poster Day. The culmination of 14 weeks of WPI’s signature, inquiry-based, project-based learning experience: The Great Problems Seminar showcases student work and the impact they are having on and beyond the WPI campus.

All residential halls and houses will close for winter break on Saturday, December 12th at 5pm. Please refer to the information on this page for additional details about closing procedures. Email housing@wpi.edu with any questions.

Residential halls and houses will re-open on Sunday, January 10th at 9am.