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  Rensselaer County, New York - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Rensselaer County is a county in the state of New York.
Its name is in honor of the family of Killiaen Van Rensselaer, the original Dutch owner of the land in the area.
From 1772 to 1786 Albany County included, besides the present territory of Albany County, all of the present Columbia, Rensselaer, Saratoga, and Schenectady Counties, parts of the present Greene and Washington Counties, and a piece of what is now southwestern Vermont.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Rensselaer_County,_New_York   (670 words)

  
 Rensselaer on Encyclopedia.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Rensselaer's Molecularium(TM) show premiers at The Children's Museum of Science and Technology; Rensselaer researchers collaborate to produce educational animation for K-3 students.
Rensselaer creates center for nanotechnology research; The research will speed advances in important new products.
Rensselaer named one of six national nanotechnology centers; NSF to provide $10 million in funding.
www.encyclopedia.com /html/R/Renssela.asp   (285 words)

  
 Rensselaer - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about Rensselaer
Town in Rensselaer County, east New York;; population (1990) 8,300.
It was settled in the early 17th century in the Dutch patroonship (estate) of Rensselaerswyck; land granted to Kiliaen Van Rensselaer by the Dutch West India Company (1630).
This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional.
encyclopedia.farlex.com /Rensselaer   (201 words)

  
 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) Home Page
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute was established in Troy, N.Y., in 1824 by Stephen Van Rensselaer “for the purpose of instructing persons, who may choose to apply themselves, in the application of science to the common purposes of life.”
Rensselaer has been selected as one of six universities nationwide to be awarded a two-year, nearly $1 million planning grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) that will provide a foundation for the development of a center for cheminformatics research.
Rensselaer’s new research center ranks among the world’s most advanced facilities focused on the application of engineering and the physical and information sciences to the life sciences.
www.rpi.edu   (742 words)

  
 The Rensselaer Republican: Serving Rensselaer, Indiana
RENSSELAER - In the words of County Council President Ron McIlwain, the County was “a victim of circumstances,” as the County Council was forced to appropriate an additional $50,000 at Tuesday night's meeting for recent budget overruns.
RENSSELAER - The Rensselaer Volunteer Fire Department, Keeney Ambulance (K.A.T.S.) and the Rensselaer Police Department held several activities and demonstrations at RVFD's fire station on last week for a chance to let area children and their families have some educational fun as part of Fire Prevention Week.
RENSSELAER - With the controversy of Americans being in Iraq and Afghanistan, some may be wondering if the men and women across seas are getting the support they need from their hometowns.
www.rensselaerrepublican.com /news   (891 words)

  
 The Rensselaer Republican   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
RENSSELAER -- The Rensselaer Police Department will be out in force on Cruise Night to make sure motorists are buckled up safely and have their children properly placed in safety seats.
RENSSELAER -- Every summer is a constant battle against the little blood-sucking fiends known as mosquitoes, and those who spend a little time outdoors are well acquainted with the winged syringes.
RENSSELAER -- The Rensselaer City Council considered the feasibility of a walkway to Brookside Park from Countryside Subdivision at Monday night's meeting.
www.urlocalmedia.com /rrp   (194 words)

  
 Rensselaer, NY News
Douglas Van Wie of Rensselaer was sentenced Wednesday to 10 years in jail for sexually abusing a young boy.
Those fighting against two proposed land annexations to the city of Rensselaer are not only afraid of losing control of development, they are worried about making children change school districts and how many...
A village woman accused of having sex with a minor was released from jail Wednesday under electronic monitoring by the Rensselaer County Probation Department.
www.topix.net /city/rensselaer-ny   (1021 words)

  
 Survival Guide   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Rensselaer offers a few technical writing classes for those who want to hone these skills (and if you take a 600-level class, it even fulfills the outside area class requirement!).
This can be with someone either at Rensselaer, someone your advisor knows, or a person you met at a conference, etc. Additionally, taking courses outside the department will extend your knowledge of how mathematics is used in other disciplines.
Rensselaer does not charge you for each transcript that is sent out, so it is to your advantage to send along a transcript with each application regardless if the school has requested it or not.
eaton.math.rpi.edu /Graduate/guide.html   (11644 words)

  
 Rensselaer's Weekend M.B.A.
Rensselaer at Hartford is an institution built to serve the unique needs of working professionals who must balance personal, work, and academic priorities.
Rensselaer’s faculty and staff understand the demands and time constraints placed on adult students, and provide ongoing support for each participant on an individual basis.
Rensselaer at Hartford is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSACS) and by the Board of Governors for Higher Education of the State of Connecticut.
www.rh.edu /lsmt/wemba   (670 words)

  
 Rensselaer News
The City of Rensselaer has been under construction over the past couple of weeks, with workers on the roads at the Houston subdivision, Sparling Avenue, Washington Street, U.S. 231 and Cullen.
As the investigation into the shooting of a Rensselaer man by Indiana State Police continues, police are releasing new information about the incident.
A Rensselaer man apparently died of natural causes after authorities in White County found him lying next to a car that had ignited Thursday night.
www.topix.net /city/rensselaer-in   (1043 words)

  
 Rensselaer County Online
If you live here, we hope you are able to access the services you need, and if you don't live here we hope you have similar good fortune and encourage you to come visit us...who knows...you may decide to stay.
The County seat is Troy, known as the home of Uncle Sam and our other city, Rensselaer, sits on the bank of the historic Hudson River, directly across from the Empire State's Capital, Albany.
PUBLIC NOTICE: Rensselaer County and the City of Troy have applied for a Justice Assistance Grant (2005 F3913/NYDF) that would increase police walking patrols in the downtown business district of Troy.
www.rensco.com   (345 words)

  
 RPI :: EMAC
Electronic Media, Arts, and Communication (EMAC) at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the first undergraduate programs of its kind in the United States.
Built upon the strong technological infrastructure of Rensselaer, this pioneering program offers students hands-on education in new art and communication technologies as well as a theoretical framework for understanding and eventually shaping the cultural impact of these technologies.
A major strength is the balance between individual and collaborative activity facilitated by the interactive multimedia education pioneered by Rensselaer.
www.emac.rpi.edu   (366 words)

  
 RensSearch: Rensselaer Research Libraries
Off-campus use of these resources is available only to current Rensselaer students, staff and faculty.
Rensselaer Libraries' Catalog lists the books, periodicals, government documents, and archives and manuscript collections owned by the Libraries.
It is based on the same system as the Rensselaer Research Libraries' catalog, so that the search and display screens will be similar.
opac.lib.rpi.edu   (571 words)

  
 Rensselaer County, NY GenWeb site for genealogy and history
Genealogy and History of Rensselaer County, NY This website was last updated Sunday, 16 October 2005.
Rensselaer County, NY was created 7 February 1791 from Albany County, NY.
This Rensselaer County, NY GenWeb site would not be what it is today if Debby Masterson, my predecessor, had not given more of her time, energy and dedication than we will ever know.
www.rootsweb.com /~nyrensse   (333 words)

  
 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Athletics   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Rensselaer's Kristina Baker (right) tallied two second half goals to lead the field hockey team to a come-from-behind 3-1 win over Hartwick College this afternoon at Harkness Field.
Rensselaer got a goal on a header from freshman Kerry Reilly (right) at 37:26 of the first half to tie the game and the Red Hawks and Russell Sage battled through two overtimes, playing to a 1-1 draw.
Rensselaer junior Sal Mangano (right) got the game’s only goal off a rebound with just under eight minutes remaining in the second half and the Red Hawks held off SUNY Institute of Technology (SUNYIT), 1-0, In the season-opening Second Annual Red Hawks-Dutchmen Men’s Soccer Classic held at Rensselaer’s Harkness Field.
www.rpi.edu /dept/athletics   (1356 words)

  
 Chemical and Biological Engineering - Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
The educational process here thrives on close student/faculty interaction and leads to the transition from student to peer, from novice to colleague.
We at Rensselaer are at the forefront of this paradigm shift.
Graduate students have access to state-of-the art laboratories and all are members of the Graduate Student Association, a formal organization within the department that elects officers, arranges social activities, addresses issues of importance to graduate students.
www.eng.rpi.edu /chme   (357 words)

  
 City of Rensselaer Indiana - Official Website
The Mandatory Water Boil Order issued for the City of Rensselaer was cancelled at 11:00am (CST) on Saturday, October 15, 2005.
: The next City of Rensselaer City Council Meeting will be held on October 24, 2005 at 4:00PM at City Hall located at 122 N. VanRensselaer Street in the city council chambers.
The City of Rensselaer City Council has announced that the hours for Trick-or-Treat in Rensselaer will be on October 31, 2005 from 5:30PM (CST) to 8:00PM, (CST).
cityofrensselaerin.com   (108 words)

  
 Rensselaer Help Desk
The ARC Help Desk on the main floor of the Voorhees Computing Center (VCC [map]) is the first place to go for help and information about computing at Rensselaer.
Learn more about the physical Help Desk and how it can help you make the most of the computing environment at Rensselaer.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 110 Eighth St., Troy, NY, 518-276-7777
helpdesk.rpi.edu   (231 words)

  
 RPInfo: Rensselaer Directories
Members of the Rensselaer community may update their directory information using DirInfo
Please visit our list of Rensselaer contacts and pick the contact that best suits your question.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 110 Eighth Street, Troy, NY, 518-276-6000
rpinfo.rpi.edu /directories.html   (141 words)

  
 Rensselaer New York Real Estate, Homes, Property, Commercial
The e-Partner® Network invites you to explore the possibility of living in Rensselaer.
If you are contemplating a move and need real estate assistance we can help you locate the home or other property that's just right for you.
If you prefer to work from you own home or other office location, please contact us by email or toll free at 877-380-1000.
www.rensselaer.newyorkwebpage.com   (409 words)

  
 RPI Athletics
Troy, N.Y. — Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) student-athlete Rosina Schiff has been selected as the Division I Women’s Ice Hockey Defensive Player of the Week by the staff of U.S. College Hockey Online (www.uscho.com).
Below is a weekly release regarding Rensselaer athletics.
Rensselaer continued its impressive start at Division I as it earned a win and a tie against Colgate.
www.rpiathletics.com   (284 words)

  
 ISEE - EE Encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Faye Duchin is a professor of economics at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, New York.
His current research interests include paradigm issues in economics, approaches to decision-making and evaluation as well as studies about how politicians, civil servants, university professors and other actors interpret Sustainable Development and are influenced by this challenge in their respective roles.
David Stern is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy NY, USA.
www.ecoeco.org /publica/encyc.htm   (2230 words)

  
 Welcome to the Homepage of The Bioinformatics Center at Rensselaer and Wadsworth   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The Bioinformatics Center at Rensselaer and Wadsworth focuses its work on collaboration and training in a rapidly developing new field of biological science - Bioinformatics.
It unites the world renowned specialists in the field of bioinformatics and facilitates joint research, recruitment of scientists, and education of future Bioinformatics specialists.
As stated in President Shirley Jackson's Rensselaer Plan, "our ambitious goal: to secure Rensselaer’s place as a world-class technological research university for a new century".
www.bioinfo.rpi.edu   (784 words)

  
 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute News & Information
Rensselaer has been selected as one of six universities nationwide to be awarded a two-year, nearly $1 million planning grant from the NIH that will provide a foundation for the development of a center for cheminformatics research.
Tom Zimmie, professor and acting chair of civil and environmental engineering, is headed to New Orleans as part of an expert team investigating levee failures in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.
A team of researchers led by Rensselaer has been awarded a five-year, $1.2 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to work on improving the prediction of bone fracture risk by developing a new way to measure bone quality.
news.rpi.edu /setup.do   (390 words)

  
 Biomedical Engineering at Rensselaer
B.S., M.S., D.Eng., Ph.D. The Biomedical Engineering Department at Rensselaer is one of the oldest in the United States—one of only 33 undergraduate curriculums in the US accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
The Biomedical Engineering Department at Rensselaer is one of the oldest in the United States.
Adding to the success of our graduate program are the recent addition of new faculty, increased federal and industrial-sponsored research support, and the completion of the Center for Biotechnology and Interdisciplinary Studies.
www.bme.rpi.edu   (626 words)

  
 Welcome to CATS   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The CATS is a university-based, industry-driven research center, located on the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute campus in Troy, New York.
In this exciting next phase, the CATS will build on our existing strengths as well as draw on the diverse, world-class research conducted by Rensselaer’s outstanding faculty, to broaden our technical focus to a comprehensive systems approach to automation, encompassing modeling, design, optimization, planning, networking, sensing and control.
Our aim is to develop a common scientific and technological base driven by a wide array of applications, from industrial manufacturing and microsystems assembly, to an expanded research umbrella including material processing optimization and control, building and facility automation and energy management, automation of biomedical systems, automation in battlefields, and information automation in financial markets.
www.cat.rpi.edu   (622 words)

  
 Rensselaer, NY - City Of Rensselaer, NY - RensselaerOnline.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Rensselaer, NY - City Of Rensselaer, NY - RensselaerOnline.com
Welcome to the official website for the City of Rensselaer, "The Eastern Gateway to the Capital District" and the proud home of Yankee Doodle Dandy.
I invite you to visit the City of Rensselaer and enjoy our beautiful waterfront, the Historic Fort Crailo, or launch your boat at our spacious Boat Launch on the Majestic Hudson River.
www.rensselaeronline.com   (125 words)

  
 The Lally School of Management and Technology   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Established in 1988, the SCTE creates a platform for budding and successful entrepreneurs, recognizing that technology has transformed and will continue to transform the way human beings labor, Live, and learn.
Centered in Rensselaer's Lally School of Management & Technology, the SCTE lies at the core of the school's mission to educate future entrepreneurs who will guide their organizations in the conversion of technical ideas into new businesses, products, services, and solutions.
The SCTE provides a broad-based platform for entrepreneurs to make the transition from concept to company and serves as an intellectual gathering point for the study, research, and exchange of ideas regarding critical issues in the field of entrepreneurship studies.
scte.mgmt.rpi.edu   (281 words)

  
 The Political Graveyard: Rensselaer County, N.Y.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
New York state assembly from Rensselaer County 2nd District, 1925-26;
Rensselaer County, N.Y. Born in Greenbush (now Rensselaer),
Rensselaer County, N.Y. Secretary of state of New York, 1880-85.
politicalgraveyard.com /geo/NY/RE.html   (1319 words)

  
 Rensselaer Indiana Real Estate, Homes, Property, Commercial
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As an e-Partner® you will earn top commissions up to 100%, be featured in this community-based website for Rensselaer and be advertised throughout our Indiana network of cities.
www.rensselaer.indianawebpage.com   (380 words)

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