Frequently Asked Questions
How do I join?
To participate in our events, just RSVP and show up!
These are the general requirements to become a member:
- Attend one (1) general meeting (Tuesdays at 5:30-5:45pm @ Lind L125)
- Attend one (1) committee meeting (Tuesdays at 5:45-6:30pm, broken out after general meetings)
- Attend one (1) event hosted by IEEE (example: resume review, ice cream night, etc).
If you are within the major (third year, fourth year, and graduate ECE students), these are additional requirements:
- Attend one (1) ROE workshop event
- Exceptional committee participation (more details given throughout the year)
Then, fill out this form to become a member, which makes you eligible to vote or run in our annual elections, as well as granting you card access to our room (Keller 2-110).
What if I have a course conflict with the general and committee meeting?
If your MyU schedule shows a course timing conflict with the general/committee meeting time, you may substitute two events’ attendance for the general and committee meetings.
Then, instead of filling out the above form, you would email ieee@umn.edu
with your name, x500, and all relevant event attendance. (Note that this still
means 3 total attendances for all students, plus a ROE workshop attendance for
upper division students.)
Please also include a screenshot of your MyU schedule showing the course conflict schedule.
When does my membership expire?
All memberships expire October 13. (This includes door access.) The time between the first day of school and this expiration date serves as a grace period to renew membership (without losing door access) by attending the required events.
Where can I see upcoming events?
Any of the following options:
- see the
#announcementschannel in our discord - subscribe to the newsletter
- the flyers posted on our room door (Keller 2-110) or the bulletin board in front of it
- the calendar on our website’s homepage
The most up-to-date information will be in our discord #announcements
channel.
What are the perks of membership/room access?
Our IEEE lounge (Keller 2-110) is open 24/7 to eligible student members and includes:
- A kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, fridge, and freezer
- Books commonly used in ECE courses
- A community study space, with a TV screen for public use
- Lab equipment for hands-on learning, including oscilloscopes, function generators, and bench power supplies
Other benefits can include:
- Voting on certain club-wide decisions, and in the annual officer election
- Eligibility to run as a candidate in the annual officer election
- Invitation to the annual IEEE Banquet
- Club-themed goodies (T-shirts, stickers, etc.)
- Access to Keller Hall 2nd floor locker storage
Where is your room?
Kenneth H. Keller Hall, room 2-110.
Where can I see your constitution, rules, etc.?
These documents are all available online:
Who are your board members?
- President Peter
- Vice-President Fuad
- Treasurer Ansley
- Secretary Anne
- Outreach Coordinator Justin
- Membership Coordinator Jason
- System Admin Ellis
How do I inquire with further concerns or questions?
Direct formal inquiries to our email at ieee@umn.edu or reach out to an
officer directly for quick questions.
Where can I get homework help or advice?
See the #academics channel on our discord.
Additionally, our sister club HKN also provides free
tutoring.