“WHY IEEE? EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES”

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The Webinar on “Possibilities and Opportunities in IEEE” was successfully conducted on the WebEx platform, focusing on enlightening first-year students about the vast opportunities available through IEEE membership and the Reliability Society. The session commenced with a 
warm welcome from Dr. Naresh Kumar A, coordinator of the IEEE Reliability Society, who set the stage for an informative and engaging discussion.The core of the presentation, delivered by Ms. Nasreen, centered on the comprehensive opportunities available through IEEEmembership. She explained the practical benefits that students could leverage immediately, such as networking with fellow members, access to technical resources, and participation in global events. 

 One of the major highlights of the session was IEEE Xtreme, a global-level programming competition conducted across 10 regions worldwide. Ms. Nasreen emphasized its competitive nature, the international recognition it provides, and the monetary rewards offered to successful participants, making it a valuable opportunity for students with strong technical skills. The presentation also gave importance to IEEE Xplore, the premier digital library for engineering and technology. Students were encouraged to use this platform to explore research publications, gain insights into existing work, and identify new ideas for their academic and professional growth. She further highlighted key annual events like IEEE Day, celebrated in the first week of October, which offers opportunities for students to participate in technical events and networking activities. Similarly, Education Week was discussed as a platform that provides free courses to members, supporting continuous learning. TheBlended Learning programs were mentioned as a structured pathway for second-year students to complement academic knowledge with industry-relevant skills. In addition, Ms. Nasreen elaborated on funding and scholarship opportunities provided by IEEE to support student innovation and research projects. She encouraged students to take advantage of these schemes, explaining the process and criteria involved. She also emphasized the importance of conference participation, which keeps members updated with technological advancements while allowing them to build valuable professional networks.

The session concluded with an interactive quiz through Mentimeter, designed specifically for first-year students to assess their understanding of the webinar content. The quiz served as both a reinforcement of the key concepts and a lively conclusion to the session. Overall, the webinarsuccessfully achieved its objective of introducing first-year students to the broad benefits of IEEE membership. By covering immediate resources like IEEE Xplore and Education Week, as well as long-term opportunities such as scholarships, conferences, and 
global competitions, the session inspired students to view IEEE as a platform for both academic growth and professional development.