Join us for an insightful webinar related to the electric utility industry. We are pleased to have Electrical Grid Monitoring Inc. (EGM) talk about their advanced Meta-Alert system. Learn how EGM's innovative technology enhances the visibility and operational efficiency of distribution grids, ensuring a more reliable and resilient grid. Benefits: - Reduce System Average Interruption Duration Index (SAIDI) metrics by up to 15%, saving significant costs. - Enhance grid reliability and public safety by early detection and elimination of faults. - Improve grid resiliency during major events, reducing the likelihood of long-duration outages. Who Should Attend: - Utility Managers and Engineers - Grid Operators - Energy Sector Professionals - Anyone interested in the latest advancements in grid monitoring technology Key Topics: - Meta-Alert System: Learn how EGM's intelligent powerline sensors and real-time analytics detect and locate momentary faults, preventing potential outages and improving grid resiliency. - Accurate Fault Detection and Location: Explore how EGM's partnership with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is advancing fault detection to reduce outage times and costs, and prevent wildfires. - Moving Utility Maintenance from Reactive to Predictive: Discover how monitoring the condition of power lines and equipment helps utilities predict and prevent outages. - Vegetation Encroachment: See how EGM's technology monitors and manages vegetation to prevent interference with power lines. Speaker(s): Jim Lynch, David Schlain 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/481262

We proudly present an IEEE foundation video documentary entitled: “The Bit Player“. One of Michigan’s famous sons, however not many Michiganians know about him – Indeed few know that Claude E. Shannon is also credited as the father of "Information Theory". You will learn more about him and at the same time get a refresher on the mankind changing impact Claude Elmwood Shannon made on the world today. This documentary was made in 2018 and brought to you by the (https://www.ieeefoundation.org/) who partially funded this along with the (https://www.itsoc.org/) The trailer for this 90-minute video is https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3OldEtfBrE&authuser=0 AFTER the movie - 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. We are celebrating this on the occasion of Shannon's birthday (April 30th, 1916). Agenda: 6:00 PM - Welcome, Chapter business update; (on your own) Pizza, Popcorn and Soda Pop 6:05 PM - Documentary Start 7:05 PM - End of Documentary; Start of Q & A; Group Discussion 7:30 PM - Wrap Up Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/478996

We are proud to launch the Mentorship Pilot Program, an initiative developed by the IEEE Magnetics Society Chapters Committee, Education Committee, and Students in Magnetism (SiM) to foster an additional avenue to professional growth and career development within the magnetics community. Through this pilot initiative, mentees will receive valuable guidance and support to navigate their careers, while mentors will have the opportunity to refine their leadership and coaching skills by sharing their expertise. Please note that this program does not involve research mentorship. For this onsite meeting, Pizza and Refreshments will be provided. This program aims to: - Enhance mentees’ professional skills and career readiness - Support self-awareness, confidence, and emotional intelligence - Expand professional networks for both mentors and mentees - Facilitate career guidance - Build a supportive and engaged professional community Who Can Participate? - Mentees: MSc candidates, PhD candidates, and early-career postdocs - Mentors: Professionals with at least six years of post-PhD experience or those in academic/industry leadership roles (e.g., Assistant Professor, Senior Scientist) Co-sponsored by: University of Minnesota Room: 287, Bldg: Amundson Hall, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

The IEEE Women in Engineering Oregon Section Affinity Group presents an inspiring event focused on the vital role of women engineers in advancing sustainable technologies and climate solutions. This event will highlight key innovations in renewable energy, battery storage, carbon management, and clean energy technologies, showcasing how engineers are driving impactful global change. Through expert discussions and knowledge-sharing, attendees will gain insights into emerging trends in climate tech and eco-friendly innovations. The event also provides a platform for networking and empowering the next generation of engineers committed to sustainability. Speaker(s): Simay Akar Koehler , Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/479567