Webb Institute

Webb Institute Webb Institute is a unique, highly selective, full-tuition scholarship undergraduate institution. Every student receives a full-tuition scholarship.

Webb Institute is a unique, highly selective, full-tuition scholarship undergraduate private college specializing in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. We take a systems engineering approach to ship design, and our graduates leave Webb with the foundation to engineer anything. Our unique academic experience is coupled with a rich student life program that revolves around the water. Come fi

nd out what a Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering degree can do for you. Attend a day of classes to meet our faculty. Spend the night to get to know our students. Apply for the opportunity of a lifetime.

06/01/2026

Sea Term isn't just a break from campus, it’s where theory meets reality. While on board the Sulphur Enterprise, Joseph Giresi ‘28 received some parting wisdom from the Captain that perfectly sums up the maritime industry's spirit.

That powerful advice hit home when the classroom came alive. From seeing real-life marine equipment from ME2 in action to calculating the free surface effect during cargo loading with the Chief Mate, the Webb education proved its weight at sea.

But the true magic of Sea Term? The community. From a supportive captain and a welcoming crew to a legendary chef and endless off-duty movie nights, it’s an experience they won't forget.

Webbies don’t just study engineering, they live it. Watch this space to hear more from our Webbies and their experiences.

Our next installment of highlights the cutting-edge research of Everett Botwinick '26!Working with Professor Adrian S....
05/28/2026

Our next installment of highlights the cutting-edge research of Everett Botwinick '26!

Working with Professor Adrian S. Onas, Everett is pushing the boundaries of modern high-performance marine design. His , "An Optimization Study of a Hydrofoil of Varying Geometric Twist Using CAESES and Star-CCM+," focuses on maximizing efficiency for the next generation of foiling vessels, inspired by the ultra-fast lifting foils seen on foiling sailboats like the Moth.

The :
Everett developed an automated engineering pipeline to optimize a hydrofoil's geometric twist. By linking the optimization software CAESES directly to the computational fluid dynamics (CFD) program Star-CCM+, he was able to automatically test and refine dozens of foil variations.

To create the perfect twist distribution, Everett manipulated four key design variables:
- Angle of Attack at the wing root
- Angle of Attack at the wing tip
- Sweep
- Wingspan

The :
After conducting a massive design study of 50 different wing shapes, Everett ran a refined optimization algorithm to perfect the top design. The target was simple: match the lift of the baseline foil while maximizing efficiency.

The final, optimized hydrofoil achieved a staggering 89.53% increase in the lift-to-drag ratio over the baseline, resulting in a much smoother, more refined lift distribution. Ultimately, the study confirmed a classic rule of foil theory: wingspan remains the biggest driver in boosting lift-to-drag efficiency!

Great job, Everett!

Every year, Engineering Day gives us a glimpse of what's possible.This year, Webb Institute welcomed 4th - 7th graders t...
05/26/2026

Every year, Engineering Day gives us a glimpse of what's possible.

This year, Webb Institute welcomed 4th - 7th graders to campus for a free, student-led half-day of hands-on engineering activities spanning marine engineering, naval architecture, and environmental engineering. Students rotated through challenges designed to spark curiosity and build early confidence in .

What made it especially meaningful was that the event was organized and facilitated entirely by Webb students, who brought both technical knowledge and genuine enthusiasm to every activity.

To our students: thank you for giving back. To the young engineers who joined us: we hope to see you again someday, maybe as part of the Webb family. 💙💛

Homecoming 2026 is a wrap and what a weekend it was. 💙💛 From the Winter Work Term presentations by our students, to the ...
05/22/2026

Homecoming 2026 is a wrap and what a weekend it was. 💙💛

From the Winter Work Term presentations by our students, to the celebration of our newly renovated Boathouse, to President Mark Martecchini's Update, to the William Selkirk Owen Award Dinner, every moment reminded us why this community is unlike any other.

To every alum, family member, and friend who made the trip back on campus: thank you. Webb felt exactly like Webb should.

Relive the highlights - photos, videos, and recordings from across the weekend are all in one place at this link here:

https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Thank-You-for-an-Incredible-Homecoming-Weekend.html?soid=1101584152341&aid=WdwL-ven0JM



05/20/2026

What does legacy look like? It’s when generations of Webbies come together to celebrate one of our very own.

During this past weekend’s William Selkirk Owen Award presentation, the room was filled with tributes to ‘54. In this short clip, hear directly from last year’s Owen Award recipient, Vicky Dlugokecki ‘88, P.E., as she shares heartfelt words about Joe's profound impact and dedication.

The evening was a beautiful testament to lifelong connection which also included a moving letter written by Joe’s classmate, ’54, read on stage by our Webb Alumni Association Treasurer.

The full video of speeches from the dinner at Homecoming is coming your way soon! Stay tuned to watch the complete tribute to Joe.

The build is done. The ribbon is cut. The new Webb Boathouse is officially here! We spent last Friday and Saturday celeb...
05/19/2026

The build is done. The ribbon is cut. The new Webb Boathouse is officially here!

We spent last Friday and Saturday celebrating the best way we know how - getting out on the water and enjoying the new boathouse. Huge thanks to everyone who stopped by the waterfront during Homecoming weekend to check out the amazing work done by our alumni and volunteers.

Whether you were taking a boat out, catching up on the new patio, or just soaking in the view, the energy was unmatched. Webb summers are officially sorted.

Thank you again to the Class of 1973, our alumni volunteers, friends of Webb, students, staff, and everyone who helped bring this special space to life.

Looking forward to many more Webb moments on the water.

The build is done. The ribbon is cut. The new Webb Boathouse is officially here!We spent last Friday and Saturday celebr...
05/19/2026

The build is done. The ribbon is cut. The new Webb Boathouse is officially here!

We spent last Friday and Saturday celebrating the best way we know how - getting out on the water and enjoying the new boathouse.

Huge thanks to everyone who stopped by the waterfront during Homecoming weekend to check out the amazing work done by our alumni and volunteers.

Whether you were taking a boat out, catching up on the new patio, or just soaking in the view, the energy was unmatched. Webb summers are officially sorted.

Thank you again to the Class of 1973, our alumni volunteers, friends of Webb, students, staff, and everyone who helped bring this special space to life.

Looking forward to many more Webb moments on the water.

05/18/2026

This past weekend at Homecoming, we officially opened the new Webb Boathouse! What started as an idea from the Class of ’73 blossomed into a massive, multi-year labor of love led by Keith Michel ’73.

The boathouse came together over weeks of work last summer, return trips in the fall, and a final push leading up to Homecoming. In true Webb fashion, the team finished just in time - the night before the opening!

More than 20 volunteers helped make it happen, contributing everything from brickwork to routing, bluestone, finishing touches, and plenty of persistence.

Thank you to the Class of 1973 and to every alum, volunteer, friend, student, staff member, and supporter who helped bring this vision to life.

Today is at Webb, and we welcome our alumni back to campus for a day of connection, celebration, and Webb spirit. Yest...
05/16/2026

Today is at Webb, and we welcome our alumni back to campus for a day of connection, celebration, and Webb spirit.

Yesterday evening, we had the honor of hosting our Dinner, recognizing the alumni and friends who have included Webb in their legacy giving. It was a meaningful evening of gratitude and community, with wonderful dishes prepared by Chef Kevin and desserts made by our students - a beautiful touch that made the night feel especially personal.

We were also proud to celebrate our student servers, whose warmth, professionalism, and care helped make the evening so memorable.

As we gather for Homecoming today, we’re reminded that Webb’s story is carried forward by generations of - through their generosity, their service, and their enduring love for this extraordinary place.

Other surprises coming soon…watch this space!

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