[] Join us for the administrative online meeting of the Robotics & Automation Society (RAS) Chapter 14 in the Southeastern Michigan Section! This meeting will focus on planning events for 2026, and we invite all local RAS members to participate and share their input. We aim to record the meeting, so if you are unable to attend, you can catch up later. Your ideas and contributions are essential in shaping an exciting year ahead—don’t miss out! Co-sponsored by: [email protected] Agenda: 06:30 PM - Meeting opens 06:35 PM - Introductions 06:40 PM - Topics and Speakers for 2026 06:55 PM - Other potential areas/ideas/exploratory thoughts 07:00 PM - Wrap up and share notes ALL times are local EDT/EST! Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/531298

[] Join us for the administrative online meeting of the Aerospace and Electronic Systems Society (AESS) & Communications Society (ComSoc) Chapter 3 in the Southeastern Michigan Section! This meeting will focus on planning events for 2026, and we invite all local AESS and ComSec members to participate and share their input. We aim to record the meeting, so if you are unable to attend, you can catch up later. Your ideas and contributions are essential in shaping an exciting year ahead—don’t miss out! Co-sponsored by: [email protected] Agenda: 07:30 PM - Meeting opens 07:35 PM - Introductions 07:40 PM - Topics and Speakers for 2026 07:55 PM - Other potential areas/ideas/exploratory thoughts 08:00 PM - Wrap up and share notes ALL times are local EDT/EST! Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/531303

This free, optional training event is available to all IEEE members and prospective members within the IEEE Central Illinois Section (CILS) and surrounding areas. This session will offer general tips and assistance for anyone wishing to... * Learn about upcoming IEEE events and volunteer opportunities in central Illinois * Run an IEEE technical chapter or a student branch * Create or renew a technical chapter * Create or organize events * Add new officers * Request IEEE email or website services * Report past or future meetings * Contact other IEEE members in our area * Publish or share IEEE-branded materials ...or perform similar tasks. (1st revision) Agenda: * Introduction to the IEEE CILS * Navigating the IEEE Website * Website resources for volunteers, chapters, and student branches * Volunteer Roles Available in 2024 * Volunteer Tools (vTools) * Training via IEEE Center for Leadership Excellence (CLE) * Using IEEE Collabratec to find events and volunteers * Question & Answer session * Open Floor Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/523288

I would like to have a webex the first week of January to introduce existing and new volunteers to each other. You are not alone. Jim Riess Twin Cities LMAG Interim Chair Agenda: - Introduction of 2026-2027 Region 4 Life Members Group Committee Chair. (appointed by 2026 Region Director). - Introduction of 2025 Region 4 Life Members Group Committee Members and 2025 Twin Cities Life Members Group Volunteers. - Introduction of new volunteers for 2026 Region 4 Life Members Group Committee or 2026 Twin Cities Life Members Group Volunteers. - Discussion of roles for 2026 Region 4 Life Members Group Committee and 2026 Twin Cities Life Members Group Volunteers. - Final comments by 2026 Twin Cities Life Members Affinity Group Interim Chair. - Final comments by 2026-2027 Region 4 Life Members Group Committee Chair. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/531599

This free, online-only meeting is open to all IEEE membership grades, prospective members, and students! Please join us in our executive committee (ExCom) meeting where the IEEE Central Illinois Section discusses past and future activities, administrative items, and volunteer opportunities. Agenda: Call to Order Roll Call Review Meeting Minutes Reports Unfinished Business New Business Announcements Open Floor Adjournment Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/461030

SEM Chapter 8 Officers AdCom meeting: Contact Scott Lytle: [email protected] for details and Teleconference phone information. Co-sponsored by: Scott Lytle Agenda: Agenda on-line: Contact Steve Tomba [email protected] for details. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/521668

The IEEE Southeastern Michigan Section Monthly ExCom (Executive Committee) Meeting (every 2nd Thursday of the month) same time 6:30 PM EST/EDT (This is a virtual meeting, unless stated otherwise). We will discuss Section mission objectives, guidance, direction, as well as all the chapter/affinity groups/student branches and section committee reports, events, plans, opportunities to assist each other and help create value for our members. All IEEE members are welcome to attend, but they do need to register in order to receive the webex details. NOTE: All Chapter/Affinity Groups/Student Branch Chairs are required to update and inform all attendees of their past/current activities and plans for the year. A standard template is provided - which every member can view. If the chairs cannot attend, they are required to nominate one of their current chapter/affinity group/student branch officers to attend on their behalf. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1mrCOzBVIofTLZ4Z5eovGza4VN6amLgz1?usp=sharing Co-sponsored by: Sharan Kalwani Speaker(s): Christopher Johnson, Sharan Kalwani, Agenda: Published on google drive - link sent each month via email to ALL the chapter/Affinity Group/Student Branch/Committee chairs. Ensure you are listed on the ExCom listserv as well (contact [email protected] in case of doubt) https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1mrCOzBVIofTLZ4Z5eovGza4VN6amLgz1?usp=sharing Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/525067

Happy New Year Everyone! Help start the new year by joining us for our monthly virtual coffee hour. Bring your favorite brew and enjoy the stimulating conversation and company. We have had wide-ranging conversation covering AI, science fiction, comics, risks, and more. Share with us what interests you. https://ieeemeetings.webex.com/ieeemeetings/j.php?MTID=mf4c37374a5a74c2d1aef4254e159a027 Ahmed Naumaan - TC Section Chair Agenda: - Stimulating conversation We have had wide-ranging conversation covering AI, science fiction, comics, risks, and more. Share with us what interests you. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/531630

[]Grace Brewster Hopper (née Murray; December 9, 1906 – January 1, 1992) was an American computer scientist, mathematician, and United States Navy Rear Admiral. One of the first programmers of the Harvard Mark I computer, she was a pioneer of computer programming who invented one of the first code linking routines. Hopper was also one of the first to devise the theory of machine-independent programming languages, and the FLOW-MATIC programming language she created using this theory was later extended to create COBOL, an early high-level programming language still in use today. AFTER the three documentaries (short+medium+short in length) - we can have a brief discussion session. NOTE: You must supply your own soda pop and popcorn! :-) Trivia may also follow, so bring your Jeopardy hats too Agenda: 7:00 PM - Welcome and Introductions, Chapter business update; (on your own) Pizza, Popcorn and Soda Pop 7:05 PM - Documentary 7:55 PM - End of Documentary; Start of Q & A; Group Discussion 8:00 PM - Wrap Up ALL times are in EST/EDT (UTC-4 or UTC-5) depending upon local day light savings times in when effect Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/530099

Are you new to volunteering with IEEE or in an unfamiliar position? This training session will introduce you to the organization, region leadership (we're here to help!), share important dates and activities, and share what the (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510154) (Opcom) will be like. This is for section, chapter, and affinity group volunteers. If this time does not work for you, there is a (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510134). Additional sessions cover events and organization vitality (strong volunteers and serving your membership). Topic Session Date (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510116) 1 9 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510134) 2 10 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510139) 3 16 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510144) 4 17 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510146) 5 23 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510149) 6 24 Jan 2026 Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510116

In 2026 we will offer ‘Officer Training’ to our ‘newly’ elected AND veteran officers and volunteers; as well as any IEEE member, at any grade level or position. Our wish is to help all gain a fuller awareness of the communication and management skills used within the IEEE, how they function and how to employ them both as IEEE officers, and in your everyday work and life. Classes: As an introduction to these skills, we will offer a sequence set of VIRTUAL classes supported by study materials available through the (https://r4.ieee.org/sem/) and the (https://ieee.learningpool.com/) The virtual classes will begin in the 2nd week of JANUARY 2026 and conclude end of FEBRUARY. Each class will be conducted as an overview of the topic ‘de jour’ and a discussion or Q&A session to answer questions and clarify issues. (See the agenda below:) Note: Space for these classes is not like outer space, it is limited, so you must register to receive the necessary codes and passwords to attend. Co-sponsored by: Kimball Williams Speaker(s): Sharan Kalwani, Kim Agenda: Day Date General Topic/Theme Primary Focus Areas covered Duration Sat 2026-01-10 vTools Communications Volunteer tools/resources for the Primary Teams 2 Hrs Sat 2026-01-17 About Collabratec Communications Primary & Extended Team 2 Hrs Sat 2026-01-24 Leadership Chair & Vice Chair Duties / Responsibilities 2 Hrs Sat 2026-02-07 Leadership Secretary & Treasurer Duties & Responsibilities 2 Hrs Sat 2026-02-14 Leadership Extended Team IEEE code of Ethics (updated) 2 Hrs Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/530206

Are you new to volunteering with IEEE or in an unfamiliar position? This training session will introduce you to the organization, region leadership (we're here to help!), share important dates and activities, and share what the Region 4/6 Joint Operating Committee Meeting (Opcom) will be like. This is for section, chapter, and affinity group volunteers. If this time does not work for you, there is another session on January 9th. Additional sessions cover events and organization vitality (strong volunteers and serving your membership). Topic Session Date (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510116) 1 9 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510134) 2 10 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510139) 3 16 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510144) 4 17 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510146) 5 23 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510149) 6 24 Jan 2026 Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510134

Recent years have witnessed rapid advances in diagnostic technologies spanning magnetic, optical, mechanical, and electrochemical modalities. Despite this progress, a critical gap remains: the need for diagnostic platforms that are accessible, accurate, and cost-effective for routine clinical and translational use. In this talk, I will focus on emerging magnetic technologies that leverage magnetic nanoparticles and their unique physical properties to address pressing biomedical challenges. I will first highlight ongoing research in my laboratory on the synthesis, doping, surface functionalization, and physicochemical characterization of magnetic nanoparticles, with applications in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and magnetic hyperthermia therapy. I will then revisit the magnetic particle spectroscopy (MPS) technology I developed at the University of Minnesota, emphasizing its use in sensitive and quantitative in-vitro biosensing. Finally, I will describe our current efforts to develop a benchtop magnetic particle imaging (MPI) platform, aimed at enabling quantitative imaging and image-guided precision oncology. Speaker(s): Kai Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/527719

Southeastern Michigan IEEE EMC Chapter technical meeting. To see the full registration page please see https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/461490 NOTE: This Meeting is Zoom Only Speaker(s): Louis Feudi, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/532479

Meeting to discuss/ plan events. Agenda: - Welcome new members - Outline goals and plans for 2026 Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/532862

Douglas Carl Engelbart (January 30, 1925 – July 2, 2013) was an American engineer and inventor, and an early computer and (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Internet_pioneers). He is best known for his work on founding the field of (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human%E2%80%93computer_interaction), particularly while at his (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Augmentation_Research_Center) Lab in (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SRI_International), which resulted in creation of the (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_mouse), and the development of (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypertext), networked computers, and precursors to (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Graphical_user_interface). These were demonstrated at (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Mother_of_All_Demos) in 1968. (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Engelbart%27s_law), the observation that the intrinsic rate of human performance is exponential, is named after him. AFTER the documentary - we can have a brief discussion session. NOTE: You must supply your own soda pop and popcorn! :-) Trivia may also follow, so bring your Jeopardy hats too Agenda: 7:00 PM - Welcome and Introductions, Chapter business update; (on your own) Pizza, Popcorn and Soda Pop 7:05 PM - Documentary 7:55 PM - End of Documentary; Start of Q & A; Group Discussion 8:00 PM - Wrap Up ALL times are in EST/EDT (UTC-4 or UTC-5) depending upon local day light savings times in when effect Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/530107

Looking to upgrade your events? Not sure where to start? This training session will cover events, resources available, best practices, how to budget for events, and how to effectively advertise them. This is for section, chapter, and affinity group volunteers. If this time does not work for you, there is (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510144). Additional sessions cover IEEE basics and organization vitality (strong volunteers and serving your membership). Topic Session Date (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510116) 1 9 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510134) 2 10 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510139) 3 16 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510144) 4 17 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510146) 5 23 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510149) 6 24 Jan 2026 Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510139

In 20256 we will offer ‘Officer Training’ to our ‘newly’ elected AND veteran officers and volunteers; as well as any IEEE member, at any grade level or position. Our wish is to help all gain a fuller awareness of the communication and management skills used within the IEEE, how they function and how to employ them both as IEEE officers, and in your everyday work and life. Classes: As an introduction to these skills, we will offer a sequence set of VIRTUAL classes supported by study materials available through the (https://r4.ieee.org/sem/) and the (https://ieee.learningpool.com/) The virtual classes will begin in the 2nd week of JANUARY 2026 and conclude end of FEBRUARY. Each class will be conducted as an overview of the topic ‘de jour’ and a discussion or Q&A session to answer questions and clarify issues. (See the agenda below:) Note: Space for these classes is not like outer space, it is limited, so you must register to receive the necessary codes and passwords to attend. Co-sponsored by: Kimball Williams Speaker(s): Sharan Kalwani, Kim Agenda: Day Date General Topic/Theme Primary Focus Areas covered Duration Sat 2026-01-10 vTools Communications Volunteer tools/resources for the Primary Teams 2 Hrs Sat 2026-01-17 About Collabratec Communications Primary & Extended Team 2 Hrs Sat 2026-01-24 Leadership Chair & Vice Chair Duties / Responsibilities 2 Hrs Sat 2026-02-07 Leadership Secretary & Treasurer Duties & Responsibilities 2 Hrs Sat 2026-02-14 Leadership Extended Team IEEE code of Ethics (updated) 2 Hrs Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/530233

[]IEEE Senior Member is the highest IEEE member grade for which IEEE members can apply and does not incur any additional cost or fees. The Senior Member grade is a way for the IEEE members to receive recognition for their professional experience and significant performance in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and the related fields including Computer Science and Information Technology, Physical Sciences, Biological and Medical Sciences, Mathematics, Technical Communications, Education, Management, Law, and Policy. The advancement to Senior Member provides the IEEE members with significant and distinct benefits. These benefits include the eligibility to hold Executive IEEE Volunteer Positions and getting recognition of your peers for technical and professional excellence. Newly elevated senior members will also receive an engraved senior member plaque from IEEE. Senior Member Elevation: IEEE SEM Section Membership Committee will reprise its Senior Member Elevation event, on January 17th 2026 between 11 am and 12 noon The way it works is: At least a 10 years of experience with a Bachelors degree needs be be established to initiate the senior membership elevation. (A Ph.D is considered to be 5 years of significant experience and a master degree is considered to be 2 years of significant experience. The remaining 5 (with PhD) to 8 (with MS degree) years of significant experience should be established from the member experience in his/her profession to initiate and submit applications for Senior Member Elevation.) Note: There is no cost to becoming a Senior Member, and this step is a necessary prelude to seeking the IEEE ‘Fellow’ level. For a complete description of the Senior Member process and its benefits, see the link at: https://www.ieee.org/membership_services/membership/grade_elevation.html To (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/491077)for "Elevation" Time Slot, please(https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/491077)for the event and we will have several existing senior members/fellows also attend so they can get familiar with you and act as references; also bring an electronic copy of your resume, and relevant supporting materials (list of papers published, standards work done, patents, senior/leadership positions, etc.). []Here is a link to (https://www.ieee.org/membership/senior/deadlines.html) before filing your application. Also you may seek to contact or network with other Southeastern Michigan Section members who were upgraded to senior status. You may find some of them profiled in our monthly newsletter - (https://r4.ieee.org/sem/about-sem/sem-history/wavelengths-magazine-archive/)! Networking: * We recommend that if attendees cannot join us in person do look for the next events { most will be scheduled all thru 2026}. Co-sponsored by: Sreekanth Narayan Speaker(s): Mohamad Berri, Sharan Kalwani, Sreekanth Narayan Agenda: Online Link (TBD) 11:00 AM - Introductions and how Elevation processing works.... 11:59 AM - Wrap up, Clean up, Solidify new friendships, contacts, networking and head off to lunch. Then we temporarily say 'Good bye' Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/530802

Looking to upgrade your events? Not sure where to start? This training session will cover events, resources available, best practices, how to budget for events, and how to effectively advertise them. This is for section, chapter, and affinity group volunteers. If this time does not work for you, there is (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510139). Additional sessions cover IEEE basics and organization vitality (strong volunteers and serving your membership). Topic Session Date (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510116) 1 9 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510134) 2 10 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510139) 3 16 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510144) 4 17 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510146) 5 23 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510149) 6 24 Jan 2026 Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510144

Getting the Lead (Pb) Out: Reflections on the Implementation of Environmentally Friendly Materials in Electronics The European Union’s (EU) Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive 2002/95/EC (or RoHS Directive) took effect on July 1, 2006, restricting the use of six hazardous substances in the manufacturing of electrical and electronic equipment placed on the market in the EU. When the Directive was first announced and executed, there were permitted exemptions to allow the use of these otherwise restricted substances for certain product applications or functions. Exemptions were valid until suitable replacement materials became available. Examples of exemptions included the use of lead in solders for servers and lead in solders for flip chips. Substantial research and development activities by IBM, academia, industry consortia and numerous other companies in the electronics industry were required to comply with RoHS requirements and to introduce replacement materials and processes. The exemption for the use of lead solders in servers expired in July 2016. IBM Systems completed a successful transition prior to the required deadline, capping more than 10 years of progress in lead-free alloy and process development. This presentation will provide background on the initial implementation of RoHS with a focus on the multi-year effort to overcome significant technical challenges in eliminating lead solder from IBM Systems server and storage hardware. The IBM Supply Chain Engineering and Development teams received numerous industry accolades for their advancement of the technology required for this transition. All are welcome! You do not need to be an IEEE Member to attend. Speaker(s): Marie, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/513957

David Strahanoski and Henry Friedman of Appleton will provide a presentation on hazardous location electrical devices and fittings, with their corresponding requirements, applications, and best practices. Hazardous location installations are among the most critical areas for compliance, mandated in both OSHA and the NEC. Despite the criticality, there is still widespread confusion regarding the appropriate practices and proper applications for compliant installations. The presentation will cover code requirements and best practices for specification/installation. Attendees will receive 1-PDH credit. Speaker(s): David Strahanoski, Henry Friedman Agenda: 12:00 PM Presentation 12:50 PM Questions 1:00 PM Adjourn Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/527061

As technology and AI reshape the workplace, employees who understand how their company makes money and how to manage their own money will stand out as more valuable, trusted, and promotable. By learning these concepts, you’ll not only become a stronger leader at work but also reduce stress and make smarter decisions in your personal life. You Will Learn How to: - See the big picture of how your company really works — and why leaders who understand this get noticed. - Think like decision-makers, using simple tools to weigh trade-offs and make smarter choices in projects and in life. - Stand out in the age of AI by building human skills that technology can’t replace: judgment, trust, and financial insight. - Connect the dots between company goals and your personal goals so you’re aligned, resilient, and future-ready. - Lead with confidence by reducing money stress at home and building credibility at work. This isn’t just a finance workshop — it’s a career development session that gives employees the skills to become more valuable in the workplace, more confident at home, and harder to replace in the AI-driven future of work. Speaker(s): David Sandhu Agenda: IEEE-USA's free webinars/events are designed to help you find your next job, maintain your career, negotiate an appropriate salary, understand ethical considerations in the workplace and learn about other career-building strategies and public policy developments that affect your profession. For information regarding upcoming webinars or to visit our vast webinar archive, please visit: (https://ieeeusa.org/careers/webinars/) (https://newsletter.smartbrief.com/rest/sign-up/2479DAB0-4089-43E7-925D-86AE0C1E6244?campaign=e0d52cef) Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/531064

Isaac Asimov (January 2, 1920 – April 6, 1992) was an American writer and professor of biochemistry at Boston University. During his lifetime, Asimov was considered one of the "Big Three" science fiction writers, along with Robert A. Heinlein and Arthur C. Clarke. A prolific writer, he wrote or edited more than 500 books. He also wrote an estimated 90,000 letters and postcards. Best known for his hard science fiction, Asimov also wrote mysteries and fantasy, as well as popular science and other non-fiction. AFTER the documentary - we can have a brief discussion session. NOTE: You must supply your own soda pop and popcorn! :-) Trivia may also follow, so bring your Jeopardy hats too Agenda: 7:00 PM - Welcome and Introductions, Chapter business update; (on your own) Pizza, Popcorn and Soda Pop 7:05 PM - Documentary 7:55 PM - End of Documentary; Start of Q & A; Group Discussion 8:30 PM - Wrap Up ALL times are in EST/EDT (UTC-4 or UTC-5) depending upon local day light savings times in when effect Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/530112

Are you setting the vision for your section, chapter, or affinity group? Do you wonder what success looks like for your section, chapter, affinity group, or members? This can be very different based on situations. We’ll take a high level look at what success looks like and then discuss different ways to engage your membership. We will also cover how to recruit volunteers and help them succeed. If this time does not work for you, there is (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510149). Additional sessions cover IEEE basics and events. Topic Session Date (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510116) 1 9 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510134) 2 10 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510139) 3 16 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510144) 4 17 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510146) 5 23 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510149) 6 24 Jan 2026 Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510146

In 2026 we will offer ‘Officer Training’ to our ‘newly’ elected AND veteran officers and volunteers; as well as any IEEE member, at any grade level or position. Our wish is to help all gain a fuller awareness of the communication and management skills used within the IEEE, how they function and how to employ them both as IEEE officers, and in your everyday work and life. Classes: As an introduction to these skills, we will offer a sequence set of VIRTUAL classes supported by study materials available through the (https://r4.ieee.org/sem/) and the (https://ieee.learningpool.com/) The virtual classes will begin in the 2nd week of JANUARY 2026 and conclude end of FEBRUARY. Each class will be conducted as an overview of the topic ‘de jour’ and a discussion or Q&A session to answer questions and clarify issues. (See the agenda below:) Note: Space for these classes is not like outer space, it is limited, so you must register to receive the necessary codes and passwords to attend. Co-sponsored by: Kimball Williams Speaker(s): Sharan Kalwani, Kim Agenda: Day Date General Topic/Theme Primary Focus Areas covered Duration Sat 2026-01-10 vTools Communications Volunteer tools/resources for the Primary Teams 2 Hrs Sat 2026-01-17 About Collabratec Communications Primary & Extended Team 2 Hrs Sat 2026-01-24 Leadership Chair & Vice Chair Duties / Responsibilities 2 Hrs Sat 2026-02-07 Leadership Secretary & Treasurer Duties & Responsibilities 2 Hrs Sat 2026-02-14 Leadership Extended Team IEEE code of Ethics (updated) 2 Hrs Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/530243

Are you setting the vision for your section, chapter, or affinity group? Do you wonder what success looks like for your section, chapter, affinity group, or members? This can be very different based on situations. We’ll take a high level look at what success looks like and then discuss different ways to engage your membership. We will also cover how to recruit volunteers and help them succeed. If this time does not work for you, there is (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510146). Additional sessions cover IEEE basics and events. Topic Session Date (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510116) 1 9 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510134) 2 10 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510139) 3 16 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510144) 4 17 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510146) 5 23 Jan 2026 (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510149) 6 24 Jan 2026 Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/510149