WPI Alumni

Congratulations, Class of 2026!

It's go time! Yesterday afternoon following Convocation, a special, student-only event, the Class of 2026 crossed Earle Bridge.

Graduate Commencement takes place Thursday, and Undergraduate Commencement is Friday.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

See more Commencement details: https://www.wpi.edu/news/annual-events/commencement

A pioneering WPI faculty member, Helen Vassallo MBA '82 was also a clinical biologist, mother to 10 children, two-time author, American Businesswoman of the Year, helicopter pilot, patent holder, and recipient of the Key to the City of Worcester.

"My mom blazed many trails in her lifetime but never sought the limelight. Instead, her focus was always attuned to service,” said Steve Vassallo '93 of his mother.

It is in this spirit of generosity, impact, and service that Steve and his wife Trae established the Dr. Helen G. Vassallo Distinguished Presidential Professorship. It's a meaningful way to honor Helen's life and career—and to cement her legacy.

Read more: https://wp.wpi.edu/beyondthesetowers/story/nurturing-urgent-curiosity-a-gift-to-honor-and-cement-a-legacy-of-generosity-and-service/

Why does Janelle Drake '11 volunteer with WPI?

"By staying active with WPI, I can give back to the place that helped to shape my experience and worldviews for four years. It's a way of paying it forward for the next generation of students," she says. "I give my time back to the university to help continue our strong tradition of community."

Join Janelle and dozens of other seasoned and aspiring volunteers for Honoring Our Helping Herd on April 29 on campus.

Hosted by the Alumni Association, this event is for you, whether you have a long history of volunteering with WPI or you're looking for a place to start.

Learn more and register here: https://www.wpi.edu/news/calendar/events/honoring-our-helping-herd

Welcome back to "When Was It?" Wednesday! We post a photo of WPI students and your job is to guess what year it was taken.

But first, the previous answer: It was 1985!

For this week's photo, comment your answer below.

Goat Nation, you’ve done it again! 🎉

With more than 9 hours left on the clock, you’ve already surpassed our dollar goal of $225,000.

With you on this championship team, we’re raising the bar.

We’re aiming for $275,000. Will you rally your teammates to join you in being a part of it? Link in bio

Goat Nation, you’ve done it again! 🎉

With more than 9 hours left on the clock, you’ve already surpassed our dollar goal of $225,000.

With you on this championship team, we’re raising the bar.

We’re aiming for $275,000. Will you rally your teammates to join you in being a part of it? https://give.wpi.edu/goat-nation-giving-challenge-2026/?a=12672495

It’s halftime, Goat Nation, and we’re already 54% to goal!

Over 400 of you—teammates, mentors, and Superfans—have raised over $120,000 for WPI Athletics.

Let’s keep the pace and lock it in. The Goat Nation Giving Challenge isn’t over until the buzzer sounds on Friday, March 27.

Haven’t made your gift yet? Get off the bench and into the game!

Make your gift here: https://give.wpi.edu/goat-nation-giving-challenge-2026/?a=12672495

Calling all alumni in the Austin, TX area!

Join hosts Jean Philippe Miralda '19 and Eva Bruklich ’22 for a Gathering Our Herd event this Thursday, March 26.

See additional details and register here: https://www.wpi.edu/news/calendar/events/gathering-our-herd-austin

This event is sponsored by the WPI Alumni Association.