1. University of North Dakota IEEE Student Branch Red River Valley Section Tuesday, 17 February 2009 Joseph Reierson, Student Branch Chair Branch Advisor: Dr. Salehfar

2. 17 February 2009 What is IEEE?  Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers  pronounced “Eye-triple-E” for short  The world’s largest professional association for the advancement of technology.  Student memberships $30/(calendar year)  Not-for-profit Organization

3. 17 February 2009 Not-for-profit?  While they are able to earn a profit, the earnings must be retained for future provision of programs and services

4. 17 February 2009 IEEE Programs & Services for Members  Scholarship opportunities  Grant opportunities  Fellowship opportunities  FREE Microsoft software  FREE Subscription to IEEE periodicals  Access to more Internship/Co-op opportunities around the nation  Opportunities to develop leadership/teamwork skills!

5. 17 February 2009 On Campus  Fall/Spring Picnic with Department faculty  Volunteer for SEM Open House, Lego- league, and other SEM outreach activities  Student-Faculty meeting to discuss EE electives for the upcoming semester  UND vs NDSU Project Competition  Fundraise Chili Soda fridge iPod raffle  Coordinate Company/Plant Tours

6. 17 February 2009 Spring Plant Tours  Rochester, MN Hitachi Mayo Clinic  Minneapolis, MN (metro area) Emerson Process Management Ulteig Engineering Summit Brewing  Grand Forks, ND Ideal Aerosmith Minnkota Power Border Patrol

7. 17 February 2009 Student Branch Elections  Not graduating in 2009? Think about running for a leadership position  Present to Branch why you are running for a particular leadership position and how you will be able to make a difference  Elections held at the end of March See website for Executive officer duties

8. 17 February 2009 Next Meeting  Next Wednesday February 25, 2009  Lunch will be served

9. 17 February 2009 Questions/Comments  ?  Please visit our website for more information www.und.edu/org/ieee