Online Books & Publications

Seventy Years of the Worcester Polytechnic Institute

The complete text of the first published history of WPI by Herbert Foster Taylor, starting with the founding fathers, Boynton, Washburn, and Salisbury.

Two Towers: The Story of Worcester Tech, 1865-1965

The complete text of Mildred McClary Tymeson's continuation of the WPI story, spanning the next hundred years.

The Story of the WPI Plan

The full text of all four volumes of "A Planning Program for Worcester Polytechnic Institute: The Future of Two Towers."

WPI Tech Bible

Originally the official WPI student handbook, the Tech Bible has been published since 1897. The online version features photos not available in the printed copy, which is distributed to students each year during new student orientation.

WPI Commencement Programs

WPI Commencement programs from 1871 to 1910. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view the files.

Historic Publications

Occasionally, WPI publishes booklets and brochures to commemorate important events such as anniversaries and building dedications. As they are published, we put them online for all to enjoy:

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