Archives
December 2019
Off-Campus Event
‘Tis the season to be German
December 20, 2019
Many gathered at the Eastside Troy Christkindlmarket to welcome the Christmas season in german-style this Saturday evening.
Transportation
New shuttle routes see last minute changes
December 20, 2019
New shuttle routes, already approved by the Institute, were presented to and endorsed by the Student Senate on November 25, and then advertised to the student body. Since then, the routes have been changed twice, both by the Institute and the Facilities and Services Committee of the Student Senate.
Opinion
My issues with Tesla's new truck
December 15, 2019
Elon Musk revealed Tesla’s newest production model, a truck, that many have been anticipating for a while now with lots of concepts and guesses being made about its design on November 21st.
Editorial Notebook
My parting words to the club that changed my life
December 15, 2019
A month ago, I was writing the speech I would give when I ran for editor in chief of The Polytechnic. Today, I am writing my goodbye.
Executive Board
$12,000 Xerox printers approved for Union
December 13, 2019
The Executive Board approved $12,000 for the Business Operations Committee to purchase two Xerox printers for installation in the Rensselaer Union lobby and the Mueller Center study area. A Jazz Invitational was also approved to be hosted by the Rensselaer Jazz Ensemble and funded by the Union.
Tv Series Review
The Mindy Project embarrasses me as an Indian American woman
December 13, 2019
Years after listening to a friend praise this show, I finally watched The Mindy Project—and honestly, I wish I hadn’t wasted my time.
Cultural Event
PSS: Troy transported back in time
December 13, 2019
Troy hosted its 37th annual Victorian Stroll to welcome the holidays in an old-fashioned way on Sunday.
Opinion
Why you should immortalize your memories
December 13, 2019
I read an article about happiness by a Stanford PhD graduate a few years ago. I cannot find the article anymore, but her words left an impact on me.
On-Campus Event
Mueller Center hosts fourth Thanksgiving feast
December 4, 2019
The Mueller Center hosted a Thanksgiving meal for students that were on Rensselaer’s campus for Thanksgiving break in the McNeil Room on Thursday, November 28.
Student Senate
Student Government discusses facility issues
December 4, 2019
The Facilities and Services Committee presented a follow-up report to the senate about facilities concerns found during the Light Walk. In addition, the Arch Task Force introduced a mental health module to its Arch preparatory course, and the Hospitality Advisory Services Committee announced several projects that will begin implementation next semester.
Editorial Notebook
Appreciating the positive memories in my life during Thanksgiving
December 4, 2019
This Thanksgiving, my aunt asked all of us at the dinner table to think of things we were thankful for this year, which got me thinking about everything that’s happened in the past 12 months. Although the origins of Thanksgiving are rooted in giving thanks for a good harvest, a materialistic blessing, I think holidays like these are important because they give you a moment to look around to appreciate the people, good memories, and other intangible blessings of your life.
Derby
Putting the Union in perspective
December 1, 2019
Members of the Executive Board and the Senate attended the 70th annual Association of College Unions International Region VIII Conference this past weekend.
Executive Board
Mediterranean Student Club is now Union recognized
December 1, 2019
The Executive Board approved Union recognition for the Mediterranean Student Club, and the Art Club received Union funding on Thursday.
‘Tis the season to be German
Many gathered at the Eastside Troy Christkindlmarket to welcome the Christmas season in german-style this Saturday evening.
New shuttle routes see last minute changes
New shuttle routes, already approved by the Institute, were presented to and endorsed by the Student Senate on November 25, and then advertised to the student body. Since then, the routes have been changed twice, both by the Institute and the Facilities and Services Committee of the Student Senate.
My issues with Tesla's new truck
Elon Musk revealed Tesla’s newest production model, a truck, that many have been anticipating for a while now with lots of concepts and guesses being made about its design on November 21st.
My parting words to the club that changed my life
A month ago, I was writing the speech I would give when I ran for editor in chief of The Polytechnic. Today, I am writing my goodbye.
$12,000 Xerox printers approved for Union
The Executive Board approved $12,000 for the Business Operations Committee to purchase two Xerox printers for installation in the Rensselaer Union lobby and the Mueller Center study area. A Jazz Invitational was also approved to be hosted by the Rensselaer Jazz Ensemble and funded by the Union.
The Mindy Project embarrasses me as an Indian American woman
PSS: Troy transported back in time
Why you should immortalize your memories
Mueller Center hosts fourth Thanksgiving feast
Student Government discusses facility issues
The Facilities and Services Committee presented a follow-up report to the senate about facilities concerns found during the Light Walk. In addition, the Arch Task Force introduced a mental health module to its Arch preparatory course, and the Hospitality Advisory Services Committee announced several projects that will begin implementation next semester.
Appreciating the positive memories in my life during Thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving, my aunt asked all of us at the dinner table to think of things we were thankful for this year, which got me thinking about everything that’s happened in the past 12 months. Although the origins of Thanksgiving are rooted in giving thanks for a good harvest, a materialistic blessing, I think holidays like these are important because they give you a moment to look around to appreciate the people, good memories, and other intangible blessings of your life.
Putting the Union in perspective
Members of the Executive Board and the Senate attended the 70th annual Association of College Unions International Region VIII Conference this past weekend.
Mediterranean Student Club is now Union recognized
The Executive Board approved Union recognition for the Mediterranean Student Club, and the Art Club received Union funding on Thursday.