HQ Function

The main campus serves as the primary center for WPI's academic programs, research activities, student life, and administrative operations.

Notable Features:

Historic Boynton Hall and Washburn Shops (original buildings), Gordon Library, Foisie Innovation Studio & Messenger Hall, Bartlett Center (Admissions & Aid), Unity Hall, Sports and Recreation Center, and the adjacent Gateway Park (research and innovation campus).

Work Culture:

A collaborative and innovative environment focused on project-based learning ('The WPI Plan'). Emphasis on 'Theory and Practice,' fostering hands-on research, student-faculty interaction, and interdisciplinary teamwork. Strong focus on solving real-world problems.

HQ Significance:

Serves as the central hub for WPI's undergraduate and graduate education, pioneering research activities, administrative operations, and community engagement. It embodies the university's unique educational philosophy and history.

Values Reflected in HQ: The campus layout and facilities reflect WPI's values of innovation (e.g., Foisie Innovation Studio), collaboration (numerous project centers and labs), community (central quad, student centers), and the integration of theory and practice (historic shops alongside modern research spaces).

Location:

WPI has a significant global presence primarily through its distinctive Global Projects Program, with over 50 project centers across North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. These centers allow students to tackle real-world problems in diverse cultural settings. WPI also fosters global connections through international research collaborations, a diverse student body and faculty from around the world, and an active global alumni network.

Street Address:

100 Institute Road

City:

Worcester

State/Province:

Massachusetts

Country:

USA