WPI, a global leader in project-based learning, is a distinctive, top-tier technological university founded in 1865 on the principle that students learn most effectively by applying the theory learned in the classroom to the practice of solving real-world problems.

CRCA National Scholar-Athletes met all eligibility rules as defined by her institution, had a 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher through the fall semester/quarter for the current competition year. was in her second, third or fourth year of eligibility, rowed in her institution's NCAA or IRA eligible boat(s) for a minimum of 75% of the current spring races or racing in a regional conference event and the head coach was a member in good standing of the CRCA as of May 1, 2019.

Individual Scholar All-Americans have achieved both academic and athletic excellence over the semester/quarter coinciding with their respective national championships. In order to be selected, student-athletes must have achieved a minimum grade point average of 3.50 or higher, be in good standing with their team and institution throughout the entire season, be nominated by a current CSCAA member or their designee by the entry deadline, and have participated at their respective national championship (First Team) or achieved an individual "B" time standard (Honorable Mention).

WPI recent graduate Kinsey McNamara has been selected to compete for the United States at the upcoming 2019 World Rowing Under 23 Championships July 24-28 at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, FL. Believed to be the first Division III representative in the women's eight since at least 2005, McNamara has earned a spot in the five seat

Honorees must meet all eligibility rules as defined by her institution: the student-athlete must have participated in at least 75% of all races during the current season (all races before and including May 20, 2019), must have rowed at least 75% of the season's races in the varsity boat (all race before and including May 20, 2019), must be nominated by her institution, and the head coach of the must be a member in good standing of the CRCA.

The criteria for the WPI Dean's List differs from most other universities as WPI does not compute a grade point average (GPA). Instead, WPI defines the Dean's List by the amount of work completed at the A-level in courses and projects.

The WPI athletic department recently honored all of its 20 varsity teams which encompasses nearly 600 student-athletes at its annual awards banquet. During the festivities, 11 student-athletes were presented with major awards. These accolades highlight some of the best varsity student-athletes at WPI who excel both in the classroom and in their respective sports.

The repeat first teamer is the only three-time selection on this year's 16-man first team and amongst the 46 on the entire scroll. The category includes fencing, golf, gymnastics, ice hockey, lacrosse, rifle, skiing, swimming & diving, tennis, volleyball, water polo and wrestling. Overall, it is the 75th CoSIDA Academic All-America selection in WPI history, 55th since 2006-07 and 20th since 2015-16.

Established in 1986 by the U.S. Congress, the highly competitive scholarship recognizes college sophomores and juniors who show exceptional promise of becoming the nation's next generation of research leaders in the areas of natural sciences, engineering, and mathematics.

At WPI, all undergraduates are required to complete a research-driven, professional-level project that applies science and technology to addresses an important societal need or issue. About two-thirds of students complete a project at one of the university's 50-plus off-campus project centers, which are located around the world.

At WPI, all undergraduates are required to complete a research-driven, professional-level project that applies science and technology to addresses an important societal need or issue. About two-thirds of students complete a project at one of the university's 50-plus off-campus project centers, which are located around the world.

The WPI varsity eight and second varsity eight each claimed silver medals as the Engineers rowed to a second place finish at the NCAA Division III Women's Rowing Championship hosted this weekend (May 31-June 1) by Indiana and the Indiana Sports Corporation at the Indianapolis Rowing Center at Eagle Creek Park.

Carley Dykstra and Antoine Harris represented WPI on the first day of the 2019 NCAA Division III Outdoor Track & Field Championships, hosted by Mount Union and the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission, at the SPIRE Institute. Ryan Wittenberg competed on day two and day three.

The Elite 90, an award founded by the NCAA, recognizes the true essence of the student-athlete by honoring the individual who has reached the pinnacle of competition at the national championship level in his or her sport, while also achieving the highest academic standard among his or her peers. The Elite 90 is presented to the student-athlete with the highest cumulative grade-point average participating at the finals site for each of the NCAA's championships.

Recent graduate Ryan Tropeano has been named as the baseball program's first-ever Google Cloud Academic All-America, as selected by College Sports Information Directors of America. He makes WPI's debut with a third team nod.

WPI recent graduate Caraline Wood was honored as the softball program's latest Google Cloud Academic All-America, as selected by College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA). It is the ninth accolade for the program, and the seventh in five years, while the second teamer is the seventh different student-athlete to be lauded.

WPI junior David Larson was named as a second team All-America by D3baseball.com. He is the third WPI honoree since the awards program began in 2007 and the first honoree since Alex Venditti in 2016. WPI Hall of Fame pitcher Conor Fahey collected accolades in 2009.

WPI junior David Larson garnered a handful of All-New England baseball accolades, as recently announced by the New England Intercollegiate Baseball Association (NEIBA), in conjunction with the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA), and by D3baseball.com.

To be nominated, a student-athlete must be a starter or important reserve with at least a 3.30 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) at his/her current institution, must have participated in at least 50 percent of the team's games at the position listed on the nomination form (where applicable) and he/she has completed one full calendar year at his/her current institution and has reached sophomore athletic eligibility.

Recent WPI graduate Caraline Wood has been named as a National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) All-America first team honoree, as revealed this evening (May 22) at the NCAA Division III Softball Championship banquet in Tyler, TX.

UMBC President Freeman A. Hrabowski III Delivers Keynote

WPI awards 1,019 bachelor's degrees to the Class of 2019 and honors Gordon Hargrove, executive director of Friendly House in Worcester

Now in its third year, the NEWMAC All-Sportsmanship team is intended to recognize one student-athlete from each team, in every sport that best demonstrates the ideals of the NEWMAC and its Code of Conduct, regardless of his/her overall performance or statistics for the season.

Five WPI track & field individuals and a relay were recognized as All-Region performers by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA). The scroll features the top five individuals and top three relays from each event.

Recent WPI graduates Carley Dykstra, Ryan Wittenberg and Antoine Harris will don the Crimson and Gray one more time as they have been invited to the 2019 NCAA Division III Outdoor Track & Field Championships being held May 23-25. This year's event, hosted by Mount Union and the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission, is being held at the SPIRE Institute in Geneva, OH. All three previously earned All-America honors in their respective events during the indoor season.

To be nominated, a student-athlete must be a starter or important reserve with at least a 3.30 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) at his/her current institution, must have participated in at least 50 percent of the team's games at the position listed on the nomination form (where applicable) and he/she has completed one full calendar year at his/her current institution and has reached sophomore athletic eligibility.

Several WPI outdoor track & field student-athletes finished in the top eight at the NCAA Division III New England Championships and/or NEICAAA (All-New England, All-Divisions) Championships

Honorees must have met the following criteria: earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5/4.0 scale or 4.35/5.0 scale after the 2018 fall semester, achieved second year academic status at her institution, and been a member of the varsity team for the entire season.

Senior Caraline Wood has been named as a National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) All-New England first team selection. Sophomore Marissa Gonzales and junior Mackenzie Phillips were recognized as second and third team honorees, respectively.

WPI's Caraline Wood has been named a semifinalist for the 2019 Schutt Sports/NFCA Division III Softball Player of Year award. The senior is just one of 25 players nationwide, and the only third baseman and representative of the New England, to make the most recent list.