Hear from Dr. Kristie Bowers on the Future of RPI Athletics

On Friday's edition of 'The Drive with Dan Bahl', we were visited in-studio by Dr. Kristie Bowers, the Associate Vice President and Director of Athletics at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI).

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We spoke extensively with Dr. Bowers about her transition from Boston University to RPI, and her experiences in her first year leading the athletic department in Troy. Also, we spoke about the future of the athletic department at RPI, and namely, the future of the storied Engineers' men's hockey program.

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Scroll below to hear our conversation with Dr. Bowers. The interview aired during a single segment on Friday's show, but has been split into two parts for replay:

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Gallery Credit: Dan Bahl