Who We Are

Rensselaer Competitive Programming Club (RCPC) is a student-run community for people who like taking things apart with code and putting them back together—faster, cleaner, and smarter. We run regular meetings and (hopefully soon) workshops to build algorithmic fluency, strengthen problem-solving habits, and prepare members for regional/international competitions and technical interviews. Our goal is simple: make hard ideas feel approachable, and help each other get better week by week.

What We Do

• Weekly practices focused on algorithms, data structures, and problem-solving patterns
• Peer reviews and walkthroughs to learn from the path—not just the result
• WIP - Topic workshops (from beginner fundamentals to advanced techniques)

Our Values

Learn by doing

We focus on hands-on practice and concrete takeaways. Fewer superlatives, more solved problems and documented learnings.

Inclusive and respectful

RCPC welcomes all RPI students, regardless of background or major. We maintain a supportive environment where questions are encouraged and growth is shared.

Collaboration with integrity

We win as a team. We celebrate progress, credit contributors, and uphold academic honesty and club policies at all times.

Membership at RCPC

Who can join

Any RPI student supportive of our mission (no dues).

Becoming a member

Attend 3 general meetings in one semester and contribute by planning or attending an event (GBMs, NRBs counts).

Voting rights

Granted once you obtain membership; continue by attending at least 2 general body meetings each semester.

Standards

We follow RPI and Rensselaer Union policies. Hazing and discrimination are prohibited.

Policies & Constitution

Equal Opportunity & Conduct

RCPC provides equal opportunity and a safe, respectful environment; we uphold all Rensselaer Union policies.