[] Recently, as part of an innovative and fresh approach, i.e. a non-traditional meeting event: we presented video documentaries. This was very warmly received. So we decided to continue the good work. We proudly present the Documentary: The Search for Life The Drake Equation Summary: A look at the Drake equation, developed by Dr. Frank Drake as a way to think about the number of extraterrestrial civilizations in our galaxy that could exist and communicate with us WEBEX client will be needed. Link will be sent 1 hour before 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 Frank's birthday (May 28th, 1930). [] Co-sponsored by: Subramaniam Ganesan Agenda: 6:00 PM - Welcome and Introductions, Chapter business update; 6:05 PM - Documentary Start 7:00 PM - End of Documentary; Start of Q & A; Group Discussion 7:30 PM - Wrap Up Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/479751

You are invited to join the IEEE Central Illinois Section in downtown Champaign, IL for our monthly networking meeting series. This informal dinner event is open to all IEEE member grades, including IEEE students and graduate students. Whether you're an active member or a student just beginning your career, this event provides a fantastic opportunity to connect, share knowledge, and build valuable relationships within the engineering community. REGISTER IF ATTENDING: Registration is complimentary. However, please note that all attendees are responsible for their own bills. Registration ends the morning of the event, or when all spaces have filled. BRINGING AN ADDITIONAL GUEST? If registering, please indicate if you plan to bring any guests. IEEE members may bring a nonmember guest. PARKING INFORMATION: - Nearest Lot: Parking spaces are available at the Walnut Street & Washington lot located at 35 East Washington St, Champaign, IL 61820. Visitors must pay to use this lot using an automated pay station in the center of the lot, or have a permit. - Garage Parking: Metered parking is available at the Hill Street Parking Deck located at 123 West Hill St., Champaign, IL 61820. The exit gate accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express credit and debit cards. The expected rate during this event is $0.75 per hour (rounded up). This area is head-in (forward) parking only. - Street-Level Parking: Metered street-level parking is available in the vicinity. For comprehensive information about parking in the area, please see the Champaign Public Works Department webpage: champaignil.gov/public-works/parking/. DRESS CODE: This event has no explicit dress code, however casual, semi-casual, and business casual seem common at the venue. ABOUT US: Formed as part of the American Institute of Electrical Engineers (AIEE) on June 28th, 1951; the IEEE Central Illinois Section serves members in Champaign, Springfield, Bloomington, Peoria, Quincy, Decatur, and their surrounding areas. Speaker(s): , , , Agenda: Start time: 6:00 PM Central Time End time: 8:00 PM Central Time Bldg: Big Grove Tavern, 1 E Main St, Champaign, Illinois, United States, 61820