August 19, 2021
To: The Rensselaer Community
From: Graig R. Eastin, Vice President for Institute Advancement, and Peter Konwerski, Vice President for Student Life
Re: Shift to Virtual Format for Reunion & Homecoming, Family Weekend
With the rise of the COVID-19 Delta variant, and the health and safety of the Rensselaer community as the top priority, we have made the decision to shift this year's Reunion & Homecoming and Family Weekend events from an in-person format to a virtual environment.
Reunion & Homecoming Weekend, which is October 8-10, will include the Virtual Passport to Rensselaer and online signature events, including the Presidential State of the Institute Address and Presidential Global Game Changers Panel Online, as well as opportunities for classes to connect virtually. Updates will be shared on the Reunion & Homecoming website. We will continue to hold the second annual Virtual Auction in support of student scholarship October 1-7, with the in-person Scholarship Gala to be rescheduled to next spring. All are welcome and encouraged to participate in these virtual events.
Family Weekend, which is October 15-17, will connect our families virtually with Rensselaer staff and faculty members, as well as other students and families. Highlights include the Presidential Kickoff, Honors Convocation, Rensselaer History and Traditions, and several home athletic events. The Student Success website will be updated with a full schedule of events taking place throughout the weekend.
We look forward to celebrating with our alumni and families virtually this fall and planning for future in-person events when it is safe to do so. In the meantime, please stay safe and well.
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