Wentworth News Archive

A vibrant celebration of power and beauty took center stage when all were welcomed to Watson Auditorium for the "Beautè en Noir" fashion show hosted by the Wentworth Institue of Technology chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE).  

Members of the Wentworth community were invited to chill out on Wednesday as the university hosted the Spring Well-being Day, transforming the campus into a hub of wellness and engagement for students, faculty, and staff.  

An article in today’s Boston Globe exploring the return on investment (ROI) of college degrees highlights the value of a Wentworth Institute of Technology education. 

Wentworth Institute of Technology's School of Engineering proudly hosted the 34th Annual Model Bridge Competition on February 2, in partnership with the Boston Society of Civil Engineers.  

Boston high school students are gaining a competitive edge in the STEM fields thanks to a new collaboration that provides dynamic learning experiences.  

It has been a transformative year for Wentworth Institute of Technology’s School of Engineering, marked by significant academic advancements and accomplishments from faculty, students, and alumni.  

The upcoming Women at Wentworth event is set to welcome Farah Naz, a leading voice in sustainable architecture and engineering, and Wentworth Institute of Technology alumna, as its keynote speaker and Woman of the Year honoree.  

It's an exciting time to be at Wentworth, especially for our School of Engineering. This past year has been one of tremendous growth and achievement, and I'm incredibly proud of the strides we've made in reimagining what engineering education can be. 

Christine Pereira has been named Deputy Director of Athletics at Wentworth Institute of Technology. 

"I am super excited to welcome Christine to Wentworth Athletics," said Aaron. "Christine's wide-ranging experience, strategic approach and passion for student-athlete success will be help elevate the athletic department to exceptional academic and athletic success."

While other members of the Wentworth community were away from campus during winter break, the Department of Facilities team was hard at work implementing a variety of improvements across campus. 

Wentworth Institute of Technology hosted "Designing the Future: Diversity, Representation, and Innovation in Architecture and Design" last month. The event aimed to underscore the importance of diversity and representation within the architecture industry. 

Wentworth Institute of Technology Professor Mark Pasnik spoke with NBC Boston about Boston City Hall gaining landmark status. In the interview, he discusses the building’s brutalist style and the controversy surrounding its design.  

Wentworth Institute of Technology alum Michael Fallon, Master of Construction Management ’16, recently sat with the Boston Real Estate Times.

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Wentworth Institute of Technology alumnus Peter Kraut is the new mayor of Calabasas, California.  

Kraut was officially sworn in last night during a meeting of the Calabasas City Council. The Council is composed of five members elected at large on a non-partisan basis to serve four year overlapping terms.  

We're excited to announce a change to our Spring Commencement date. To better accommodate our diverse community and optimize the commencement experience, we've decided to move the ceremony to Thursday, April 17, 2025. 

Wentworth Institute of Technology recently held its annual Presidential Achievement Awards ceremony to recognize outstanding faculty and staff members who have made significant contributions to the institution.  

As renewable energy technology evolves, a group of Wentworth Institute of Technology students designed a solution to a practical challenge faced by solar panel systems. Their work blends innovation with sustainability, aiming to simplify maintenance on dirty panels and reduce resource use. 

Wentworth’s School of Computing and Data Science is hosting Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence Shawren Singh, PhD for the 2024-2025 academic year. An accomplished teacher and researcher, Singh is the chair of Information Systems in the School of Computing at the University of South Africa (Unisa), Johannesburg. His work with Wentworth students and faculty will help enhance internationalization efforts on our campus.

Wentworth Institute of Technology recently hosted its 17th Annual Veterans Celebration, a tribute honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and military-connected community members.