WPI Awards Nearly 830 Master's And Doctoral Degrees

WORCESTER, MA—From readMedia. Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) began its 150th Commencement celebrations with the graduate students' ceremony on Thursday, May 10, awarding nearly 830 master's and doctoral degrees.

Xu Chen of Wayland was awarded a master of science degree in electrical and computer engineering.
Samyuktha Devadoss of Wayland was awarded a master of science degree in robotics engineering.
This year's graduate address was given by Marcia McNutt, president of the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) and the first woman to serve in this role.

In her address, McNutt told the WPI graduates that, in her experience, people who will achieve the greatest successes are those who are able to "listen to the variety of viewpoints, learn from them, and build shared purpose. "In a fractured world," she concluded, "I'm counting on your teamwork to carry us through."

During the ceremony, McNutt and Glenn Yee '74, trustee emeritus and founder of Pacific Can Company, received honorary degrees.

In her remarks, WPI President Laurie Leshin told the graduates, "With your talent and your WPI education, we know that you will do well in your career, and do well for your families. My charge to you, Graduate Class of 2018, is that you also be sure to do good-for your community, for your nation, for the planet, and for all those who will follow in your footsteps."

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