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
(see more)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
Men's Swimming and Diving Posts Strong Showing on Final Day of NCAA Championships
Men's Swimming and Diving Enjoys Success on Day 3 of NCAA Championships
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Zach Blanchard of Warwick, R.I., Named WPI Men's Spring Student-Athlete of the Week
Sam Longwell of Acton, Mass., Adds NABC All-Northeast Second Team Honor to Resume
Andrew Bauer of Cumberland, R.I., Kicks Off Men's Swimming and Diving Participation at NCAA Championships
Dani Davis of East Granby, Conn., Named NEWBA Senior All-Star Classic Selection
Sam Longwell of Acton, Mass., Lands on D3hoops.com All-Northeast Region Team
Kristin Gallagher of Coventry, R.I., Named NEWMAC Softball Player of the Week
Alex Venditti of Newton, Mass., Rakes in NEWMAC Baseball Player of the Week Accolades
Laura Pumphrey of East Hampton, Conn., Earns All-America Status, WPI Women's Winter Student-Athlete of the Week Accolades
Kristin Gallagher of Coventry, R.I., Tabbed WPI Women's Spring Student-Athlete of the Week
Brian Amato of Newington, Conn., Hauls in Awards, including All-America Status in Wrestling
Alex Venditti of Newton, Mass., Named WPI Men's Spring Student-Athlete of the Week
Laura Pumphrey of East Hampton, Conn., to Participate in NCAA Division III Indoor Track and Field Championships
Clare Doolin of Newton, Mass., Named NEWMAC Softball Pitcher of the Week
Women's Track and Field 4x200-Meter Relay Sets School Record
Track and Field Distance Medley Relay Team Tabbed WPI Men's Student-Athlete of the Week
Softball Pitching Staff Named WPI Women's Student-Athlete of the Week
Chris Rodgers of Franklin, Mass., Tabbed WACBA Men's Basketball Rookie of the Week
Dani Davis of East Granby, Conn., Named to NEWMAC Women's Basketball Second Team
Trio From Men's Basketball Earn NEWMAC Postseason Awards
WPI Men's Basketball Earns NCAA Division III Men's Basketball Championship At-Large Berth
Six WPI Track and Field Records Fall at All-New England Championships
Women's Track and Field 4x800-Meter Relay Garners WPI Women's Student-Athlete of the Week Accolades
WPI Announces Project Honorable Mentions Awards
Brian Amato of Newington, Conn., Named WPI Men's Student-Athlete of the Week
WPI Announces Project Honors
Twelve WPI Winter Student-Athletes Earn NEWMAC Academic All-Conference Accolades
WPI Men's 800 Yard Freestyle Relay Headed to NCAA Swimming & Diving Championships
