East Islip High School junior Liam Eichler was named the winner of this year’s Rensselaer Medal, which recognizes excellent academic achievement and serves to inspire students pursuing careers in engineering, science and technology.

Founded in 1824, the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, New York, is the oldest technological institution in North America. For more than 100 years, it has awarded the Rensselaer Medal to exemplary high school juniors who excel in the areas of math and science. This merit scholarship has a value of $200,000 and is guaranteed for the five years in the School of Architecture program for each medalist who applies, is accepted and enrolls at Rensselaer. 

“Liam is an incredibly dedicated and hard-working young man who is looking to pursue a degree in architecture,” said Chris Boehler, his school counselor. “I am extremely proud thar Liam was selected for this prestigious award and know he will continue to work diligently to maintain the high academic and career goals set forth by this talented student.”