March 21, 2025

The fun of a snowstorm, the opportunities of a career fair, and a little dog therapy—February had all that and more. See what the campus community was up to during the month. 

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Students, faculty, and staff hit the stage in the fourth annual WPI’s Go(a)t Talent Show to deliver a night filled with fun—and surprises at all the hidden talents on campus.  


 

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Women’s basketball grad student Alice Kelly hit a late three pointer to help the team to a NEWMAC Quarterfinal victory at Babson College. Photo credit: Alex Gutierrez/WPI Athletics  


 

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Rob Krueger, professor and department head of the Department of Social Science and Policy Studies,  and founding editor of the WPI Press, introduced Martín Burt for a talk about his book, Who Owns Poverty? Burt is founder and CEO of the nonprofit Fundacion Paraguaya and created Poverty Stoplight, an anti-poverty program. 


 

CareerFair

As always, the Heebner Career Development Center’s Spring In-Person Career Fair was a success for the 1,671 students and 150 employers (including Bristol Myers Squibb, Consigli, Jensen Hughes, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, RBC Bearings, and Hanover Company) who attended. 


 

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In men’s track and field, Ethan Anderson ’27 closed out the month with a weight throw and the next day earned Division III All-New England honors with 4x800 relay teammates junior Everett Mosher ’26, Brendan May ’25, Alden Betterley ’28, and Brinson Wyche ’26. Photo credit: Alex Gutierrez/WPI Athletics  


 

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Destressing with the best pups is a much-loved part of Wellness Day. We give this pup a 15/10 for bringing all the love. 


 

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The African Student Association shared African culture at Touch of Africa, an annual event held during Black History Month. 


 

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Prior to a 65-45 victory over Wellesley College, senior players were honored at the Women’s Basketball Senior Day recognition. Photo credit: Jonah Carter ’27/WPI  


 

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Baby it’s cold outside, but there’s nothing like a fresh blanket of snow on the Quad to bring out the fun during C-Term.  


 

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Lada DiMascolo ’25 broke the WPI women’s swimming and diving program record in the 200 IM with a 2:08.79 finish during the 2025 NEWMAC Swimming and Diving Championships. Photo credit: Jonah Carter ’27/WPI Athletics  


 

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Gompei cheered as the 1400+ Giving Day 2025 donations added up to make a big impact for WPI students. 


 

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Continuing through their historic season, the men’s basketball team recognized graduating athletes at a Senior Day ceremony before defeating Wheaton College 92-56. Photo credit: Jonah Carter ’27/WPI Athletics