Between thirty and forty students from six different locations signed up to take this program. A program of the classes was sent to all the students and as of the beginning of A term, classes began. Although the program has been implemented, much concern has been raised about the ability of WPI to offer a full undergraduate degree to distant students. There are several administrative and academic problems that must be solved. Many classes taught at WPI have a required lab, but laboratory work is impossible to complete without access to the right facilities.
Distance learning is sure to be a hot discussion on campus over the weeks and months to come.
This is an important issue that may seriously effect the image and reputation of the WPI degree. The UTC students will receive the same degree that each of us receives. This is an issue that needs your opinions. Your are encouraged to engage your professors in discussion about this topic and make your views known. The Student Government has representatives sitting on the three faculty committees addressing this issue.