IEEE Region 9 Student Awards and Contest
The SAC Region 9 awards recognize and honor exceptional contributions to IEEE goals within SAC Region 9 and related units (SAC, SRS, Student Branch, Student Branch Chapters, Counselors, Student Affinity Groups). Administered by the Awards and Recognition Committee of SAC Region 9, the program aims to inspire and acknowledge outstanding efforts.
Main requeriments
To participate in regional awards, you need:
Student Branch chair and counselor updated in VTools.
10 members in the applicant student branch. 5 members in the applicant student chapter or affinity group
Student Branch 2026 plan submitted (if applicable)
Useful tutorials
Important Considerations
- When submitting an article, the applicant is responsible for the veracity and originality of the information contained in the document;
- The applicant must agree with all the criteria of the bases;
Points that are not in this base should be dealt with the organizing commission via email; - If there are no cases that meet the objectives of the contest, the evaluating commission will not be obliged to appoint winners;
- If necessary, the organizing committee reserves the right to make changes at some point (s) of this base by notifying the applicants.
Important Dates
- Publication of the bases: June 27th, 2026
- Submissions Deadline: August 3rd 2026
- Evaluation Period: From August to September 2025
- Announcement of results: During the Student Branch Regional Meeting 2026
- Awards: During the Student Branches Regional Meeting 2026
- Awards delivery: Until March 31st 2027
List of Regional Awards and Contest 2026
Exemplary Student Affinity Group Award
The main objective of an Affinity Group is the union and collaboration of people who have a common ideal. The development of projects and activities related to the theme of the Affinity Group is an excellent way to make the institution’s purposes reach the community!
Exemplary Student Affinity Group will be considered those who demonstrate that they have good management of the institution’s internal and external resources and, mainly, effectively promote the theme of their affinity group through projects and activities. In addition, groups must have quality documentation, which can be used for the continuity of the group’s culture and dissemination of knowledge of good practices and ideas.
Awards
- First place: US $100,00 + Diploma.
- Second place: US $50,00 + Diploma.
- Third place: Diploma.
- 2 Honorific Mention: Diploma
Exemplary Student Technical Chapter Award
The main purpose of an IEEE Student Technical Chapter is to promote the area of interest of the IEEE Society they represent and performing activities is an excellent way of doing it! So, the purpose of this contest is to recognize Student Technical Chapters effectively managed within IEEE Region 9.
Will be considered to be exemplary of those Student Technical Chapters that prove to have good internal and external resources management and, mainly, effectively promote their Society area of study through projects and activities. In addition, these chapters should have quality documentation that can be useful for group continuity and to share good practices knowledge, and ideas.
Awards
- First place: US $100,00 + Diploma.
- Second place: US $50,00 + Diploma.
- Third place: Diploma.
- 2 Honorific Mention: Diploma
Success Case Contest
Student branches, chapters and affinity groups have enormous potential to help their community use IEEE resources to develop projects.
If your organizational unit has carried out any innovative activity, which stands out among other activities within the Region, whether it had a correct organization, good audience, won a prize, generated funds and resources for the Branch or managed to have agreements with other universities, companies or institutions, is an excellent candidate to be chosen as a case of success!
It is expected that projects that are considered success cases, have good planning, execution, verification of results, and a good conclusion, which includes documenting the project to be developed later in the organizational unit or in other IEEE units, to spread the knowledge of good practices and ideas.
Awards
- First place: US $100,00 + Diploma.
- Second place: US $50,00 + Diploma.
- Third place: Diploma.
Regional Photography Student Contest
The purpose of this contest is to reward and recognize students who record group activities and experiences related to the institution innovatively and creatively.
Categories
Technical
Photographs showcasing engineering, scientific, technological, research, design, prototyping, experimentation, technical demonstrations, competitions, laboratories, or other activities directly related to the advancement and application of technology. The primary focus of the photograph must be the technical content itself rather than the social interaction surrounding the activity. Judges will value photographs that demonstrate innovation, engineering creativity, technical complexity, or technological impact;
Humanitarian
Photographs depicting IEEE initiatives that positively impact communities, particularly vulnerable, underserved, marginalized, or priority populations. Examples include educational outreach, STEM promotion, community development projects, sustainability initiatives, accessibility programs, disaster response activities, and activities supporting social inclusion and quality of life improvements;
Non-technical
Photographs that illustrate what IEEE means to the volunteers and members of the Organizational Unit. The photograph should capture the human side of IEEE, including teamwork, friendship, leadership, networking, volunteerism, cultural exchange, student life, personal growth, and the sense of belonging created through IEEE activities. The emphasis of this category is not technical achievement but rather the social experience and value of being part of IEEE.
Awards
First Place
- A 2026 IEEE student membership that will be paid by the Region.
- Certificate of digital recognition to be sent by email.
- Your photo will be published on the R9 SAC social media.
IEEE Student Membership Contest
The IEEE R9 Student Activities Committee makes known to the public the rules for the Regional Student Membership Contest. The purpose of the contest is to increase regional student membership in IEEE Region 9.
Awards
- First place: US $100,00 + Diploma.
- Second place: US $50,00 + Diploma.
- Third place: Diploma.
IEEE Section Exemplary Student Activities
Committee Award
The IEEE Region 9 Student Activities Committee is pleased to announce the guidelines for the prestigious IEEE Section Exemplary Student Activities Committee Award.
This competition aims to recognize the Section Student Activities Committee (SSAC) committee within IEEE Region 9 by their outstanding contributions and accomplishments to support the students.
Awards
- First Place: Section SAC Committee: A plaque and certificate of appreciation;
- Second Place and Third Place: Section SAC Committee: Certificate of appreciation.
Student Website Contest
The IEEE Region 9 Student Activities Committee is pleased to announce the guidelines for the prestigious IEEE Student Website Contest.
The IEEE Student Website Contest honors the most outstanding websites created by Student Branches, Technical Chapters, and Affinity Groups across IEEE Region 9. Winning websites will stand out for their clear structure, functional and appealing design, updated content, intuitive navigation, and strong documentation — all contributing to knowledge sharing and the promotion of best practices throughout our IEEE community.
Awards
- First place: US $100,00 + Diploma.
- Second place: US $50,00 + Diploma.
- Third place: Diploma.
IEEE Day Contest
The IEEE Region 9 Student Activities Committee is pleased to announce the guidelines for the prestigious IEEE Day Contest.
The IEEE Day Contest celebrates and recognizes the most impactful activities organized by Student Branches, Technical Chapters, and Affinity Groups across IEEE Region 9.
Projects should reflect outstanding planning, execution, results, and documentation — becoming an inspiration for others and a reference for best practices in our region.
Awards
- First place: US $100,00 + Diploma.
- Second place: US $50,00 + Diploma.
- Third place: Diploma.
Do you have any questions? Reach us
The R9 SAC, informs the participants that they will be available to answer questions related to the contest through the email address [email protected] and [email protected] with copy to:
- Marco Alfonso Vinueza Bustamante – Coordinator of R9 SAC Awards and Recognition Committee ([email protected]).
- Denisse Enriquez Ortega – Member of R9 SAC Awards and Recognition SubCommittee ([email protected]).
- Stefany Lozano Rivera – Member of R9 SAC Awards and Recognition SubCommittee ([email protected]).
- Shirley Solange Criollo Coello – Member of R9 SAC Awards and Recognition SubCommittee ([email protected]).
- Victor Gomes de Freitas Borge – Member of R9 SAC Awards and Recognition SubCommittee ([email protected]).
- José Andrés Acuña Herrera – Member of R9 SAC Awards and Recognition SubCommittee ([email protected]).