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Dr. Jackson
RPI President
Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson
“It is now up to us to guarantee the success of this campaign and claim Rensselaer's place in changing the world for the new millennium.”
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Recognition and Thanks

Philanthropic gifts from alumni, friends, parents, students, faculty, and staff help ensure the success of Rensselaer's educational mission. In recognition of annual, lifetime, and testamentary giving, the Institute grants our donors membership in Rensselaer's prestigious Giving Societies.

Patroon Societies:

Annual Patroon Society (annual gift of $2,000 or more)

Lifetime Patroon Societies (lifetime giving)

Watch our Thank You to Patroons, a special flash presentation(w/audio).

Other Giving Societies and Clubs:

Heritage Society (testamentary gifts)

Cornerstone Society and Specific Clubs

Read the Donor Bill of Rights