We are excited to celebrate and honor the 15th year of IEEE Day. Celebrated on the first Tuesday in October each year, IEEE Day honors the incredible contributions and achievements made by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) to the fields of technology and engineering. This year, IEEE Day falls on 1 October, 2024, and we’re excited to celebrate with a new focus on diversity and inclusion, expanding the reach of IEEE across the globe.
In this article, you’ll learn about the history of IEEE Day, reasons to highlight it in your local community, ways to get involved, and how the IEEE Computer Society continues to impact technology in transformative ways.
History of IEEE Day
IEEE Day was officially inaugurated in 2010, commemorating the anniversary of the founding of IEEE in 1884. This day celebrates the historic merger of the American Institute of Electrical Engineers (AIEE) and the Institute of Radio Engineers (IRE), which united various branches of electrical and electronics engineering under one banner. Since then, IEEE has continued to drive technology forward, becoming the world’s largest technical professional organization.
Why Celebrate IEEE Day?
Fostering Innovation: IEEE has played an instrumental role in driving innovation. Celebrating IEEE Day acknowledges the remarkable technological advancements made possible through the efforts of IEEE and the IEEE Computer Society, being at the forefront of innovation, from developing the transistor and the internet to groundbreaking research in AI and green tech.
Global Community: IEEE Day brings together a diverse community of professionals, researchers, educators, and students from all corners of the world. It allows like-minded individuals to connect, collaborate, and share knowledge.
Education and Outreach: IEEE Day is not just for members; it’s a chance to educate the public about the importance of technology in our daily lives and inspire the next generation of engineers and technologists.
Professional Development: IEEE and the IEEE Computer Society provide resources for members and the community to enhance their professional development, including our resource library, technical publications, conferences, and local chapter networking events.
Ethical Responsibility: IEEE strongly emphasizes ethical considerations in technology development and reaffirms its commitment to using technology to improve society and promote responsible engineering practices.
IEEE Day Membership Discount
In honor of IEEE Day, we are pleased to extend to our community a special offer:
IEEE Students can add Computer Society membership for Free!
Use Code: CSIEEEDAYSTU24
IEEE Professional members can add Computer Society membership at 50% off!
Use Code: CSIEEEDAY24
*Cannot be combined with any other IEEE Computer Society membership offers. Valid only for new and reinstating members. Members are still responsible for IEEE membership fees when applicable. Expires Saturday, 12 October at 11:59 pm ET.
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Get Involved in IEEE Day
Below are some ideas to keep in mind for a successful IEEE Day event. Envision what type of event you want to host, such as:
- Networking event (virtual/in-person)
- Team coding event
- Humanitarian/Philanthropic event
- Technical talk
- Organize and partner with other IEEE chapters and speakers
- Register your event on vTools
- Promote your event using our IEEE Day toolkit
- Take pictures and have fun! Be sure to share your support on social media
Here’s a sample of IEEE Day Events our chapters are holding this year:
Explore upcoming IEEE Day Events here and discover future events hosted by your local CS Chapter through our chapter locator map.
Programs Supported by the IEEE Computer Society
The IEEE Computer Society Emerging Tech Fund supports connecting communities with new technologies and applications with the greater computing community. Each project is eligible for up to US$50,000. Here are a few examples of the projects that have accessed the Fund’s support.
