Eligibility: 
Anyone can join the club with no membership needed but they can choose to be a paid IEEE member as well.

Mission: 
IEEE’s core purpose is to foster technological innovation and excellence for the benefit of humanity.

Vision:
IEEE will be essential to the global technical community and to technical professionals everywhere and be universally recognized for the contributions of technology and of technical professionals in improving global conditions.

Core Values:
The advancement of theory and practice of electrical and electronic engineering for the benefit of humanity.
The promotion of safe, reliable, sustainable and economical installations.
The sharing of knowledge in our domains.
The creation of engineering standards and recommended practices.
The professional development of our global membership.

Goals:
Foster a supportive learning environment that empowers individuals to enhance their skills beyond the classroom, preparing them for academic success and future career opportunities. Through hands-on workshops and collaborative projects, we are committed to helping students grow and achieve their full potential.

Membership:
Students are welcome to join at any time. In the fall we do workshops and small projects, and, in the spring, we do a semester long project, but people are still welcome to join.

Why Become a Member:
Learn skills and make connections that will better prepare you for classes as well as participate in projects that you can add to your resume.

Affiliations/Chapters:
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

Professional Development/Leadership Opportunities:
Student Professional Awareness Conference (A networking night with a Q & A from industry professionals)
Resume/LinkedIn Workshops
Company Talks
Tech Workshops (Ex. Coding, SolidWorks, Soldering)

Executive Team/Leadership Team:
Chair:
Isabella Contreras
College of Engineering: Biomedical Engineering, Spanish IEP
May 2026

Vice Chair:
Nathan Vierkant
College of Engineering: Electrical Engineering
May 2026

Treasurer:
Jose Mercado
College of Engineering: Electrical Engineering, Italian IEP
May 2027

Secretary:
Anna Civitillo
Secretary
College of Engineering: Electrical Engineering
May 2026

University Engagement Office:
Logan Richards
College of Engineering: Engineering and Applied Math
May 2025

Advisor:
Dr. Richard Vaccaro
Professor
College of Engineering: Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering

Contact Information:
E-Mail: ieee@etal.uri.edu

Social Media:
Instagram: @uri_ieee
LinkedIn: URI IEEE Student Branch