Congratulations to John Sanbonmatsu, professor of philosophy. His book, The Omnivore’s Deception: What We Get Wrong about Meat, Animals, and Ourselves, has been awarded a gold medal in the Independent Publisher Book Awards’ 2026 competition: bit.ly/44bmuoj.

WPI’s Core Research Facilities provide shared access to advanced instrumentation—from nano-fabrication and microscopy to photonics, imaging, and medical device testing—powering research across many disciplines. Learn more about how you can become a part of our research community here: bit.ly/4xSxFji.

🇺🇸 250 years of America. 161 years of WPI. 100 years since Goddard's rocket changed everything. Today we celebrate how innovation, experimentation, and progress — the spirit of WPI — helped shape this great nation. Wishing our entire community a safe and happy Independence Day! Reminder: WPI will be closed Saturday, July 4 in observation of Independence Day. We appreciate all employees working to support our community.

While you are off changing the world this summer, Gompei remains and dreams of the days when you will be back on the quad 🤍 #SummerVibes

As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, innovation remains one of the nation's defining strengths. In that spirit, we invite you to listen an episode of The WPI Podcast episode that explores how advanced manufacturing is shaping the next chapter of American ingenuity. WPI Professor Danielle Cote explains how AI, recycling, and novel technologies are transforming everything from critical supply chains to sustainable production—and why the future of making things may start with what we'd otherwise throw away. Listen here: bit.ly/4aw3UuD.

Why are some neighborhoods warmer than others and why are some more vulnerable to the dangers of extreme heat? Professor Stephen McCauley, head of the Department of Integrative and Global Studies, spoke with NBC Boston about the research he leads on urban heat island dynamics and mitigation of extreme heat vulnerabilities: bit.ly/4eHq93g. @nbc #HeatWave

WPI recently convened a national conversation about how project-based learning can help today’s students prepare for the careers of tomorrow: bit.ly/4b2Obn1. @cpbl_wpi @KristinWobbe #PBL #ProjectBasedLearning

🌍 Where in the world are WPI students this summer? Nearly 150 students are working and learning across a dozen project centers—from Taiwan to Venice to Buenos Aires—immersing themselves in culture, engineering, and real-world problem-solving. Read more about what they're up to: bit.ly/4eGSy8b

From student to trustee. Lisa Barton '87 and John Marczewski '85, P'23 begin serving on WPI's Board of Trustees this week. Their leadership, technical expertise, and dedication to the university will help guide WPI as we continue advancing immersive STEM education and research: bit.ly/3Ta6zUP.

Heading to college this fall? This one's for you. 🎧 Assistant Dean Paul Reilly and student Raghavan Rajkumar share practical advice for making the most of the months before classes begin on the latest episode of The WPI Podcast. bit.ly/4uXD9aN

Route set. Next stop: WPI.🚦

Even in the quiet of summer, ideas are moving, building, and becoming what’s next. There is still time to join us this fall for some of our graduate programs. If you are thinking about what's next for you, take a look at our programs here: bit.ly/444OAl1.

Is the World Cup changing global perspectives? @MimiSheller, dean of WPI's Global School, shared her thoughts with @csmonitor on the cultural exchange happening in the U.S. Sheller is a scholar in the field of mobility studies, exploring the movement of people, information, and ideas. csmonitor.com/USA/Society/20…

What happens when AI meets social science? WPI professors Rob Krueger and Lane Harrison explain how AI can help researchers and communities make more informed decisions—plus, how the Poverty Stoplight initiative is driving meaningful change. 🎙 Listen: bit.ly/4uVNnaCpo

🌍 Where in the world are WPI students this summer? Nearly 150 students are working and learning across a dozen project centers—from Taiwan to Venice to Buenos Aires—immersing themselves in culture, engineering, and real-world problem-solving. Read more about what they're up to: bit.ly/4eGSy8b

Is the World Cup changing global perspectives? @MimiSheller, dean of WPI's Global School, shared her thoughts with @csmonitor on the cultural exchange happening in the U.S. Sheller is a scholar in the field of mobility studies, exploring the movement of people, information, and ideas. csmonitor.com/USA/Society/20…

WPI researchers may have cracked a major problem with hydrogel implants — and it comes down to coating thickness. WPI researchers developed a modular coating system for hydrogel implants that solves a long-standing problem — stiffness and immune rejection no longer have to be a trade-off. Read more👇 bit.ly/4oRdmyG

For three consecutive weekends this spring, WPI transformed into a global hub for robotics, innovation, and STEM education as thousands of students, mentors, volunteers, families, and industry leaders gathered on campus for BattleCry 26, and the WPI Annual FIRST LEGO League Event (WAFFLE). bit.ly/4xMJaJ9

What happens when AI meets social science? WPI professors Rob Krueger and Lane Harrison explain how AI can help researchers and communities make more informed decisions—plus, how the Poverty Stoplight initiative is driving meaningful change. 🎙 Listen: bit.ly/4uVNnaCpo

Congratulations to Nancy Ma, a winner of International Building Performance Simulation Association-USA’s Emerging Contributor Award. Ma is an assistant professor of architectural engineering at WPI. Her work focuses on human-centered building design and explores how design and operation decisions affect people’s comfort and health. Learn more: bit.ly/4eA3SDa.