We are living in extraordinary times.

Change — sometimes radical change — is taking place all around us. The Rensselaer of yesterday and the Rensselaer of today tell an amazing story of excellence, of perseverance, of determination, and, yes, of change. All of us have reason to be proud to be a part of this transformational institution which has withstood the great challenges of the past, and yet, has remained a place of the very best of teaching, and of research, and of learning over nearly two centuries.

How we manage ourselves and our university in the current challenging times, also, will tell our future. It is up to the alumni and friends of Rensselaer to connect with each other, and to build the network that is going to sustain the Institute for the long term. Let us join together to share the good news about Rensselaer, to build and to harness our collective power to, truly, build a great university for all time.

Major gifts to specific initiatives allow Rensselaer to support new programs and build an endowment for future achievements and aspirations. At the same time, unrestricted annual giving ensures that we can deliver a superior education every day.

Thank you for your support,

Shirley Ann Jackson, Ph.D.
President
Professor of Physics
Professor of Engineering Sciences