Greetings!

As part of the Navigating Rensselaer & Beyond activities, on Friday, Aug. 27, members of the Class of 2014 participated in the annual greeting at the 8th Street Approach — the century-old granite staircase that symbolizes the connection between the City of Troy and the Institute — where President Shirley Ann Jackson greeted and shook hands with each member of the class as they headed to downtown Troy. Rensselaer students, faculty, staff, and members of the Troy community also attended the annual Welcome Fest, a free Communiversity celebration featuring live entertainment, arts, and crafts.