Announcements
RPI is proud to host the RPI Runs United to benefit our partners in community at United Way of the Greater Capital Region. Dress up in your best Halloween costume for a chance to win a prize while supporting a great cause. Held during Family Weekend, this event is a wonderful opportunity to meet and connect with students, families, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members. Not a runner? No problem! Walkers are welcome too. Whether you run, jog, or walk, you'll be part of an outstanding community event that brings people together for a great cause.
This session is designed to facilitate an open discussion of Atomic Habits by James Clear. Participants will reflect on the book's key concepts, share perspectives, and discuss practical ways to apply its principles to personal and professional growth.
At RPI, we maintain that “leadership” involves a learnable set of actions and behaviors that is available to everyone. Whether it be leading a particular project or initiative, assisting others in overcoming obstacles and capitalizing on opportunities, or catalyzing co-creation with colleagues, Rensselaer community members model leadership every day. In this workshop, participants will explore the tenants that comprise everyday leadership and discuss the behaviors that define leadership not as positional or based on title, but rather on values and actions.
This course introduces the tools available in Percipio to support growth through certifications and skill benchmarks. You'll learn how to identify relevant certifications and use benchmark assessments to measure current knowledge. Perfect for employees and supervisors alike, this session will help you navigate the platform's upskilling features and align learning with career development objectives.
Benefits Open Enrollment | November 2–16, 2026
Benefits Open Enrollment is just around the corner! Mark your calendar for these upcoming opportunities to learn about your benefits, explore wellness resources, and prepare for the 2027 plan year.
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💻 Virtual Benefits Education Sessions
Get informed. Get answers. Make confident choices.
Do you know a colleague or team who goes above and beyond, makes a lasting impact, brings innovative ideas to life, or exemplifies what it means to be part of the RPI community? There’s still an opportunity to shine a spotlight on someone making a difference!
Log into Awardco to nominate a deserving colleague or team for one of our five Annual Staff Awards.
RPI faculty and staff have access to a variety of resources and opportunities this fall to support health, well-being and benefits decisions—from virtual education sessions and flu and COVID vaccinations to free biometric health screenings and fun ways to get moving. Take a few minutes to explore what’s available and find what’s right for you.
Congratulations to colleagues who were promoted in September! This accomplishment reflects your hard work, dedication, and the impact made across the RPI community. Cheers and best wishes for continued success! 👏🎉
Log into Awardco to see who they are!
Get ready for Benefits Open Enrollment (November 2-November 16) by joining Aetna and Express Scripts for one of three upcoming virtual education sessions. Representatives will provide an overview of the 2027 medical and pharmacy benefits, highlight key resources and answer your questions.
You can also visit RPI’s custom Aetna Benefits Microsite for information about your 2027 medical and pharmacy benefits and resources.
RPI’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provider for faculty and staff, BHS, is getting a new name and look! Beginning September 25, BHS will become Revive.
While the name, colors and logo are changing, your EAP services and support are not changing. You’ll continue to have access to the same free, confidential support and services available 24/7, with the same phone number and support team.
What’s changing:
