Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/552937

Objective: Brainstorm and outline a student-centered networking event to foster collaboration, exchange ideas, and increase society <a href="http://membership.Agenda1" target="_blank" title="membership.Agenda1">membership.Agenda1. Welcome & Goal Setting (5 min)-Opening remarks-Review event objectives:-Encourage student networking & idea exchange-Promote IEEE VTS & ComSoc membership benefits-Plan a collaborative, engaging format2. Target Audience & Event Format Ideas (15 min)-Brainstorm: Who are we trying to reach? (grad/undergrad, specific majors?)-Discuss possible formats:-Speed networking + themed tables (research, careers, student chapters)-“Idea pitch” corner for collaboration starters-Panel or lightning talks by student leaders-Social mixer with guided discussion prompts3. Membership Engagement Strategies (15 min)-How to highlight VTS & ComSoc value to students-Ideas for on-site membership drives (QR codes, exclusive follow-up workshops)-Peer-to-peer recruitment: ambassador role for students-Raffle/prize incentive for current members bringing guests4. Logistics & Action Items Brainstorm (15 min)-Venue (on-campus, hybrid, virtual?)-Date/time for max student attendance-Promotion channels (social media, department emails, class announcements)-Food/beverage (budget-friendly options)-Registration vs. drop-in5. Next Steps & Role Assignment (10 min)-Summarize top 3 ideas for the event-Assign leads: logistics, promotions, membership table, speaker coordination-Set next check-in date-Action item recapVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/552937