Every Rensselaer Class of 2017 student has a unique story to tell about the journey that brought them to graduation day. Strategic Communications and External Relations caught up with a few of them to hear their stories of how they learned, grew, and made lifelong friends at Rensselaer. We celebrate the success of all our graduates and encourage you to read their stories.

The Ties That Bind: Rensselaer graduate Khalil Drayton is the first in his family with a college degree. Khalil Drayton

https://news.rpi.edu/content/2017/05/13/commencement-2017-ties-bind

A Passion for Research: Meet Eva Mungai, the Rensselaer graduate who wants to build the next Iron Man suit

https://news.rpi.edu/content/2017/05/12/commencement-2017-passion-research

Studious and Eager To Learn: Rensselaer Engineering grad Haoxue Yan and the joy of learning

https://news.rpi.edu/content/2017/05/12/commencement-2017-studious-and-eager-learn

Commitment to Country and to Class Architecture major Richard Abendroth served in the U.S. military while earning his degree at Rensselaer

https://news.rpi.edu/content/2017/05/11/commencement-2017-commitment-country-and-class

School of Science Graduate Katelyn Fallows: A Path to Collaboration

https://news.rpi.edu/content/2017/05/11/commencement-2017-katelyn-fallows

Unexpected Opportunities, Perfect Fit: Candice Poon has carved a unique path at Rensselaer

https://news.rpi.edu/content/2017/05/10/commencement-2017-unexpected-opportunities-perfect-fit

The Importance of Creativity and Critical Thinking in Business and Management: Rensselaer business students Andrew Rainville and Michaela Darbin reflect on entrepreneurship, technology, and diversity of ideas in the global marketplace

https://news.rpi.edu/content/2017/05/08/commencement-2017-importance-creativity-and-critical-thinking-business