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Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 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. Recognized by the National Academy of Engineering with the 2016 Bernard M. Gordon Prize for Innovation in Engineering and Technology Education, WPI's pioneering project-based curriculum engages undergraduates in solving important scientific, technological, and societal problems throughout their education and at more than 50 project centers around the world. WPI offers more than 70 bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs across 18 academic departments in science, engineering, technology, business, the social sciences, and the humanities and arts. Its faculty and students pursue groundbreaking research to meet ongoing challenges in health and biotechnology; robotics and the internet of things; advanced materials and manufacturing; cyber, data, and security systems; learning science; and more. www.wpi.ed

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Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 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. Recognized by the National Academy of Engineering with the 2016 Bernard M. Gordon Prize for Innovation in Engineering and Technology Education, WPI's pioneering project-based curriculum engages undergraduates in solving important scientific, technological, and societal problems throughout their education and at more than 50 project centers around the world. WPI offers more than 70 bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs across 18 academic departments in science, engineering, technology, business, the social sciences, and the humanities and arts. Its faculty and students pursue groundbreaking research to meet ongoing challenges in health and biotechnology; robotics and the internet of things; advanced materials and manufacturing; cyber, data, and security systems; learning science; and more. www.wpi.ed

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Ama Biney of Worcester, Mass., Nets NEWMAC Women's Basketball All-Conference First Team Laurels

Biney is a big reason the Engineers won a record 18 games in a row and this past weekend's NEWMAC tournament. The local product led the team with 11.5 points and 5.4 rebounds per game, and ranked third in the conference in steals with 55.
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Sports - 2016 Mar 1

Priscilla Dunphy of Barrington, R.I., Selected as WPI Women's Student-Athlete of the Week

Dunphy was selected the NEWMAC Tournament's Most Outstanding Player as WPI earned its first conference tournament title since 1996 by winning three contests last week.
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Sports - 2016 Mar 1
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Austin Shrewsbury of Westfield, Mass., Honored as WPI Men's Student-Athlete of the Week

After dropping his opening match at the NCAA Regionals to the top seed, Shrewsbury worked his all the way back to just one match short of a trip to the Nationals in Iowa.
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Sports - 2016 Mar 1
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WPI Men's Basketball Earns NCAA Selection for 10th Time in 12 Years

WPI has been selected as an at-large team and will face Cortland at 7:30pm in the first round of the NCAA Division III Men's Basketball Tournament at Amherst College for Friday. The hosts play Husson in the other match-up of Friday's doubleheader with the two winners set to meet in the second round on Saturday evening at 7pm.
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Sports - 2016 Mar 1
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WPI Women's Basketball to Visit Scranton for First Round of NCAA Division III Tournament

The WPI women's basketball team will travel to Scranton, PA for the first round of the NCAA Division III Women's Basketball Championship. The Engineers will face the host Lady Royals in a double header on Friday. The other game features Marymount (VA) and Cabrini with the advancing teams meeting on Saturday.
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Sports - 2016 Mar 1

Five WPI Men Selected to Compete at NCAA Division III Swimming & Diving Championships

Junior Andrew Bauer (Cumberland, RI) and freshman Jack Bauer (Cumberland, RI) along with senior Nathan Hughes (Arlington, VA), senior Alex Powers (North Scituate, RI) and sophomore David Smallwood (Bangor, ME) have all been invited to the 2016 version of the event.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 26

Six WPI Student-Athletes; Both Men's and Women's Cross Country Honored for Academics by USTFCCCA

Honorees achieved a 3.30 GPA or higher and finished in the top 25 percent at the NCAA regional
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Sports - 2016 Feb 23
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Jenny Day of Chelmsford, Mass., Honored as WPI Women's Student-Athlete of the Week

Day made program history as the first WPI woman to win a NEWMAC Swimming Championship by claiming the 200 butterfly with a 2:08.44.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 23
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Andrew Bauer of Cumberland, R.I., Tabbed as WPI Men's Student-Athlete of the Week

Bauer claimed a pair of individual titles en route to being named Swimmer of the Year at this weekend's NEWMAC championships.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 23
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Sean Doncaster of Medford, Mass., Tabbed NEWMAC Men's Basketball Co-Player of the Week (Feb. 15)

Doncaster continued his recent strong play by averaging 17.5 points and 7.5 rebounds during a 2-0 week for the Engineers.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 23

25 WPI Winter Student-Athletes Praised by NEWMAC for Academics

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 2015 fall semester, achieved second year academic status at his or her institution, and been a member of the varsity team for the entire season.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 23

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Announces Fall 2015 Dean's List

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.
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Dean's List - 2016 Feb 15
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Worcester Polytechnic Institute Announces Fall 2015 Dean's List

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.
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Dean's List - 2016 Feb 15
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Lea Strangio of Watertown, Mass., Honored as WPI Women's Student-Athlete of the Week

Strangio re-established her own school record in the 800-meter run and was part of the school-record 4x400-meter relay at Boston University's David Hemery Valentine Track and Field Invitational.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 15
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Sean Doncaster of Medford, Mass., Selected as WPI Men's Student-Athlete of the Week

Doncaster continued his recent strong play by averaging 17.5 points and 7.5 rebounds during a 2-0 week for the Engineers.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 15

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Students Return Following Intensive Research Projects

At WPI, all undergraduates are required to complete a research-driven, professional-level project addressing a challenge in their major field of study.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Feb 10

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Students Return from Intensive Research Projects

At WPI, all undergraduates are required to complete a research-driven, professional-level project addressing a challenge in their major field of study.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Feb 10
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Worcester Polytechnic Institute Students Return Following Intensive Research Projects

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
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Feb 10
Great Problem Solvers achievement badge.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Students Return from Intensive Research Projects

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.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Feb 10
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Jahshanti Allen of New York, N.Y., Tabbed WACBA Men's Basketball Rookie of the Week

Allen made his first career start a memorable one last Saturday, tallying a career-high 16 points and seven assists, while canning two free throws and adding one steal. He netted four trifectas and did not commit a turnover in a team-high 47 minutes of action.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 9

Bauer and Nikolaki Earn NEWMAC Weekly Swimming and Diving Accolades

Jack Bauer and Veronica Nikolaki earned NEWMAC swimming and diving honors for their performances this past week. Bauer was named the NEWMAC Men's Swimmer of the Week while Nikolaki was tabbed the NEWMAC Women's Diver of the Week.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 8

Ama Biney of Worcester, Mass., Again Tabbed WACBA Women's Basketball Player of the Week (Jan. 10)

Biney continued her strong season by averaging 12.5 points and totaling 14 rebounds, four assists, three steals and a pair of blocks during a 2-0 week for the 13-1 (5-0 NEWMAC) Engineers.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 8
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Ama Biney of Worcester, Mass., Named @WACBAHoops Women's Basketball Player of the Week (Jan. 17)

Biney averaged 14 points and six rebounds as the Engineers pushed their winning streak to 14 games with conference victories over Smith and Coast Guard last week.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 8
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Justin Marsh of Upper Black Eddy, Pa., Becomes Wrestling's All-Time Dual Meet Winner

Marsh, a senior and two-time captain, won three bouts at the NEWA Duals and ended the day with 59 career victories, surpassing the old mark held by Hall of Famer Dave Wilson '80, Joe Moskowitz '05 and Roman Walsh '07. He was WPI's representative on the 2016 All-NEWA Duals Team.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 8
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Zach Grasis of East Brookfield, Mass., Participates in Dream Bowl IV

The running back had two third-quarter carries for 12 yards in a game produced by American Sports Net (ASN) and broadcast locally on NESN.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 8

Brian Amato of Newington, Conn., Named WPI Men's Student-Athlete of the Week

Amato capped a run of five wins in an eight day span by going a perfect 2-0 Saturday in a tri-meet at Coast Guard.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 8

Liz Pellegrini of Worcester, Mass., Tabbed WPI Women's Student-Athlete of the Week

Pellegrini established a new school record as the Engineers competed Saturday at the Boston University Scarlet and White Invitational.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 8
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Connor Morette of Leominster, Mass., Honored as WPI Men's Student-Athlete of the Week (Jan. 31)

Morrette continued his strong season by capturing the pole vault at the Wheaton Invitational.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 8
Women's Student-Athlete of the Week achievement badge.

Priscilla Dunphy of Barrington, R.I., Selected as WPI Women's Student-Athlete of the Week (Jan. 31)

Dunphy tossed in a career-high 18 points as WPI equaled the best winning streak in school history with a 54-35 over MIT.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 8
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Emily Martin of Penfield, N.Y., Named WPI Women's Student-Athlete of the Week (Jan. 24)

Martin earned a pair of individual victories with a time of 2:13.93 in the 200-yard butterfly and a 1:01.69 in the 100-yard butterfly as WPI went on the road and defeated host Wheaton and UMass Dartmouth in a double dual meet.
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Sports - 2016 Feb 8
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