IEEE Region 9 SAC Program for Advanced Resource Knowledge

What is the IEEE Region 9 SAC Program for Advanced Resource Knowledge?

The IEEE Region 9 SAC Program for Advanced Resource Knowledge (SPARK) training program of the Student Activities Committees of each section of IEEE Region 9 (Latin America) in the framework of the XXVIII Student Branches Regional Meeting (SBRM) – Uruguay.

IEEE Region 9 has about 15,000 members and 36 sections.

This year is its 2nd Edition.

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The SPARK Program is an intensive training program for volunteers in leadership roles within IEEE student activities, which will take place during the 2025 edition of the Student Branches Regional Meeting. This year, the training will be held in Punta del Este, Uruguay, from October 5 to 7.

In this edition, there will be two parallel tracks: one aimed at Section Student Activities Committee (SSAC) Chairs and Section Student Representatives (SSRs), and another focused on Student Branch Counselors. The training will cover topics such as leadership, management, professional development, IEEE tools, and will highlight the importance of assigning committed and well-prepared volunteers to these strategic roles.

TOPICS

KNOWLEDGE OF IEEE PROCEDURES

DEVELOPMENT OF ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS

FOSTERING PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

Important dates

June 3rd

Opening of registrations and applications

June 30th

Closing of registrations and applications

August 7th

Notification of Accepted

September 15th

Confirmation of airfare by the Sections

October 7th

Program dates

Agenda

We will provide the details soon. Please stay tuned for our updates!

Event information

This initiative was created by the Student Activities Committee (SAC) Team and the Regional Student Representative (RSR) of IEEE Region 9 for Section SACs and SRs in the region.

APPLICATION CRITERIA (For SSAC’s and SSR’s)

  • Complete the application form by following the provided link below.
  • Include a motivational letter detailing your reasons for participation.
  • Provide an endorsement from the board of members of your section endorsing your participation in the event with the flight ticket.
  • Showcase any initiatives or projects you’ve undertaken within your section (OPTIONAL).
  • The SPARK Program scholarship supports one representative per section (SAC Chair or SSR).
  • The scholarship covers accommodation, meals, and training materials
  • Do you have questions? Contact us: [email protected] with cc [email protected] and [email protected].

APPLICATION CRITERIA (For Counselors)

  • Complete the application form by following the provided link below.
  • Have served as a Counselor or Advisor for at least three years in a student Organizational Unit (OU).
  • Receive support from the university, section, or self-fund the airfare to Punta del Este.
  • The IEEE Foundation, together with IEEE Region 9, will cover registration, accommodation, meals, and local transport in Punta del Este for 10 selected Counselors and/or Advisors.
  • Do you have questions? Contact us: [email protected] with cc [email protected] and [email protected].

BENEFITS

  • To learn about success stories of other sections in the management of student activities.
  • Certificate of participation in the 2nd SPARK Program organized in IEEE Region 9.
  • Certificate of participation in the XXVII Student Branches Regional Meeting – Punta del Este – Uruguay.
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