Arch Discovery is an annual event attended by all Rensselaer sophomores at the onset of the school year to prepare for the summer term and the semester-away experience.
During Arch Discovery, The Academic departments provide the resources you need to make the most of your Arch experience. You will be introduced to the various types of semester-away opportunities that will apply your academics and interests beyond the typical classroom.
As part of Arch Discovery you will:
- Identify your Semester-Away Term (Spring or Fall) – (selection options opens in January Sophomore Year)
- Explore the different away options and learn how to select a Semester-Away Individual Learning Experience (ILE)
- Begin to develop a plan for the Semester-Away and connect with appropriate offices for support.
- Explore the academic courses available during the Summer Arch term (during Academic Session).
Arch Discovery Day Opening Session Video 2023
ARCH DISCOVERY ACADEMIC SESSIONS--FALL 2025 DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED (Sessions will be listed by department)
ARCHITECTURE--
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING--
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES--
CHEMICAL & BIOLOGICAL ENGINEERING--
CHEMISTRY--
COMPUTER SCIENCE--
EARTH & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES--
ELECTRICAL, COMPUTER AND SYSTEMS ENGINEERING--
THE SCHOOL OF HASS--
INDUSTRIAL AND SYSTEMS ENGINEERING (ISE)--
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & WEB SCIENCE (ITWS)--
LALLY SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT--
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING--
MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES--
MANE--
PHYSICS--