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Uncovering the mysteries of GM Week: 2026

ELENI DOUGHNEY

A week full of mystery-themed events to celebrate Grand Marshal Week 2026, including a casino night, a scavenger hunt, and the annual Provost Picnic.

RPI players welcome the audience to the Renaissance in Something Rotten!

SOPHIA MENESES

The RPI Players brought Renaissance London to life with their dynamic performance of Something Rotten!, showcasing a blend of comedic timing, seamless technical execution, and an outstanding cast.

Pi-K for (R)PI day

MEHER RANDERIA

All geared up for a five kilometer run in the cold and hail, students, alumni, staff, and all gathered this past Pi Day, Saturday March 14, to commemorate R-PI Giving Day for the second year in a row.

RPI SWE hosts Exploring Engineering Day, teaching kids about engineering

AUDREY JOHNSON

RPI SWE, along with a host of other RPI student organizations, put on Exploring Engineering Day, where kids did fun activities to learn about engineering.

Who’s freaking out? Fans on Big Red Freakout

THE POLY

Fans new, old, and presidential all come together to freak-out for Freakout!

The 2026 Winter Carnival

RYAN GIBEAU & DEVYN MARTIN

News Editor Ryan Gibeau ’26 documents his experience at the Winter Carnival this year.

Fashion meets engineering at this year’s BSA Fashion Show

ELENI DOUGHNEY & RILEY SOBEL

The show this year delivered some stunning visual styles, in support of interdisciplinary understanding between clothing and technology.

RPI Dance Club 2025 Fall Showcase

ANISHA BISWAS

RPI Dance club once again takes stage in West Hall to show off their members’ talents and passions.

RPI Players bring the audience on board with their performance of Murder on the Orient Express

SOMA PATRA

RPI Players bring Agatha Christie’s mystery novel to life with engaging set design and creative costuming.

Rensselaer Games Showcase changes the game

ELENI DOUGHNEY

RPI’s Game Development Club hosts their 2025 Games Showcase, highlighting the achievements of student game developers.