IEEE ComSoc Uganda Student Awareness Forum 2026
Connecting Minds, Empowering Innovation: Shaping the Future of Communications
The IEEE ComSoc Uganda Student Awareness Forum 2026 is a student-focused forum organized by the IEEE Uganda Section and IEEE Communications Society Uganda Chapter, in collaboration with the IEEE ComSoc Makerere University Student Branch Chapter, and held in celebration of IEEE Day 2026.
Under the theme “Connecting Minds, Empowering Innovation: Shaping the Future of Communications,” the forum will connect students with global IEEE Communications Society opportunities, including membership, conferences, scholarships, mentoring, technical communities, volunteering, leadership and professional development. The session will also highlight opportunities for students to engage with the ComSoc community in Uganda and develop from members into active technical contributors and leaders.
The forum will feature Ms. Cindy Tiritilli, IEEE ComSoc Senior Manager, Membership & Programs, Eng. Ekirapa Emmanuel, Chair of the IEEE Communications Society Uganda Chapter and Dr. Fred K Lwanga, Chair Uganda Section. The session will be moderated by Elisha Alvin Bifandhuba, IEEE ComSoc Student Ambassador.
The event will be conducted virtually via Google Meet.
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Email: beawillis2005@gmail.com - Co-sponsored by RAP-TECH Communications
- Starts 30 September 2026 11:00 PM UTC
- Ends 06 October 2026 01:30 PM UTC
- No Admission Charge
Speakers
Cindy Tiritilli of IEEE Communications Society (IEEE ComSoc)
IEEE ComSoc: Connecting Students to Global Opportunities
An interactive session introducing students to IEEE Communications Society opportunities, including membership benefits, conferences, scholarships, mentoring, technical communities, volunteering, leadership, and professional development.
Biography:
Cindy Tiritilli is the Senior Manager of Membership & Programs, IEEE Communications Society (ComSoc). She joined the ComSoc team in 2020, and enjoys supporting members and volunteer chapter leaders. Cindy has a B.A. in Economics from Rutgers University and is a Certified Association Executive (CAE) through the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE). https://www.linkedin.
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Address:United States
Fred K Lwanga of IEEE Uganda Section
The Role of IEEE Uganda in Empowering the Next Generation of Engineers
An opening perspective on how IEEE Uganda supports students and emerging engineers through professional development, technical communities, leadership opportunities, networking, and engagement with the global IEEE community.
Biography:
Dr. Lwanga is a Chartered Manager, Chartered Management Consultant (UK), and Certified AI Consultant with over 20 years of executive, academic, and entrepreneurial experience. He is the Founder of ICT Technocrats Ltd and a thought leader in AI, digital transformation, governance, and innovation, with a focus on technology-driven solutions that strengthen institutions and advance sustainable development across Africa.
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Address:Uganda
Emmanuel Ekirapa of IEEE Communications Society Uganda Chapter
From Student Member to Technical Leader: Building Communications Communities
A practical session exploring Emmanuel’s journey from IEEE student member to technical leader, highlighting how students can use IEEE membership, leadership opportunities, and communications communities to build networks, develop leadership skills, and create meaningful impact in Uganda’s technology ecosystem.
Biography:
Emmanuel Ekirapa is a Graduate IEEE Student Member and Founding Chair of the IEEE Communications Society (ComSoc) Uganda Chapter. He also serves as IEEE Uganda Section Student Representative and Acting Chapters Coordinator. A Telecommunications Engineering graduate of Kyambogo University, Emmanuel has professional experience in telecommunications and networking, including roles at Huawei Uganda and Roke Telkom. He is currently an ICT Academy Instructor at Kyambogo University Huawei ICT Academy and the Founder of Rap-Tech Communications. He is passionate about telecommunications, innovation, community impact, and leadership development.
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Address:Uganda
Agenda
5:00–5:05 PM : Participant Check-in & Welcome Screen
5:05–5:10 PM : Opening & Welcome - Elisha Alvin Bifandhuba
5:10–5:20 PM : Opening Remarks , IEEE Uganda Section Chair - Dr. Fred K Lwanga
5:20–5:23 PM : IEEE Day 2026 & Introduction to the Forum Theme - Elisha Alvin Bifandhuba
5:23–5:53 PM : IEEE ComSoc: Connecting Students to Global Opportunities - Cindy Tiritilli
5:53–6:13 PM : From Student Member to Technical Leader: Building Communications Communities in Uganda - Eng. Ekirapa Emmanuel
6:13–6:25 PM : Ask ComSoc: Moderated Student Q&A
6:25–6:28 PM : Your Next Step with IEEE & ComSoc
6:28–6:30 PM : Closing Remarks & Appreciation
Organized by IEEE Uganda Section & IEEE Communications Society Uganda Chapter | In collaboration with IEEE ComSoc Makerere University Student Branch Chapter | In celebration of IEEE Day 2026
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| IEEE ComSoc Uganda Student Awareness Forum 2026 — Event Flyer | Official event flyer for the IEEE ComSoc Uganda Student Awareness Forum 2026, taking place on Tuesday, 6 October 2026, from 5:00 PM–6:30 PM EAT via Google Meet, in celebration of IEEE Day 2026. | 3.64 MiB |