IEEE Volunteer Day for Science Thursday at the Bullock Museum

Bullock Museum, 1800 N. Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, Texas, United States

On Science Thursdays, students from around Texas drop in and explore the Bullock Museum, see demonstrations, and participate in hands-on activities with STEM experts from (http://centexeweek.org/). On May 2, 2024, IEEE Central Texas Section will provide the experts. The CTS STEM Committee is putting together hands-on demonstrations of electrical phenomena for the students -- Jacob's Ladder, hand-cranked electrical power generation, Van de Graaff Generator, etc. Within IEEE this event is hosted by the Central Texas Section Life Member Affinity Group. This is a very enjoyable way for retired engineers to show curious youngsters interesting science. Register to volunteer. John Purvis, [email protected], is the coordinator. Agenda: Meet at the Bullock Museum at 9:45 AM for orientation and to receive your assigned post plus some elementary preparation. From 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM enjoy helping the students at your assigned post. Meet at the Star Cafe in the museum for lunch or refreshments. Bullock Museum, 1800 N. Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, Texas, United States

IEEE-USA Special Legislative Update

Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/417483

Join us Thursday, May 2, for a special IEEE-USA Washington Update to learn about how the Creating Resources for Every American To Experiment with Artificial Intelligence Act of 2023 (CREATE AI Act) shapes AI development. Our special guest, Katerina (Katie) Antypas from the National Science Foundation, will delve into the establishment of the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR)—a vital hub for AI researchers and students. Speaker(s): Katerina (Katie) Antypas, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/417483