Can you name the first president of WPI?
Do you know which two famous commencement speakers were invited by President Ira N. Hollis during his term from 1913-1925?
Which president established the metric system in the United States?
Answers to these questions and more information about past WPI presidents are revealed by visiting the new Digital WPI exhibit: Presidents of WPI - https://exhibits.wpi.edu/spotlight/presidents.
Since its founding in 1865, WPI has been led by an extraordinary succession of scientists, engineers, business leaders, and visionaries whose dedication and innovation have shaped the future of STEM education. Our newest digital exhibit showcases the many ways that WPI remembers its presidents, their lives, and their contributions in service to the Institute. Explore each profile to learn more about the individuals and discover how, together, our WPI presidents have made WPI what it is today.
For additional information about past presidents and the history of WPI, please contact the WPI Archives: archives@wpi.edu
To view other Digital WPI exhibits, please visit: https://exhibits.wpi.edu/
