Events for March 21, 2026

IEEE UBC Engineering Design Team (EDT) CompetitionThe IEEE UBC Student Branch, in collaboration with UBC Sailbot, is proud to host the Engineering Design Team (EDT) Competition, an 8-hour high-intensity design challenge bringing together some of UBC’s most technically driven <a href="http://students.The" target="_blank" title="students.The">students.The EDT Competition challenges participants to develop innovative solutions around the theme “A Better Tomorrow.” Students will work in teams across three design tracks:-Software Track algorithm development, AI, and system design-Mechanical Track CAD and mechanical system design-Electrical Track circuit design and ECADParticipants will collaborate under time pressure to design, and present engineering solutions, which will be evaluated by judges from industry and <a href="http://academia.This" target="_blank" title="academia.This">academia.This event attracts highly motivated engineering students, many of whom are active members of UBC’s engineering design teams and upper-year technical <a href="http://programs.Event" target="_blank" title="programs.Event">programs.Event DetailsDate: March 21, 2026Duration: 8-hour design competitionLocation: UBC Engineering Student Centre (ESC)Registration: (<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2P8uoIdfmEoIczmvEpR8UgAPsfzyg1yg9jo-2pOn-wwkaDg/viewform?usp=header)Why" target="_blank" title="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2P8uoIdfmEoIczmvEpR8UgAPsfzyg1yg9jo-2pOn-wwkaDg/viewform?usp=header)Why">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2P8uoIdfmEoIczmvEpR8UgAPsfzyg1yg9jo-2pOn-wwkaDg/viewform?usp=header)Why AttendThe EDT Competition provides students the opportunity to:-Apply engineering knowledge to real-world problems-Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams-Gain hands-on experience in design thinking and rapid prototyping-Network with industry professionals and mentorsSponsorship & Industry EngagementWe welcome industry partners and sponsors interested in supporting student innovation and engaging with UBC’s engineering <a href="http://community.Sponsors" target="_blank" title="community.Sponsors">community.Sponsors will have the opportunity to:-Connect with talented engineering students-Showcase their brand to a technically engaged audience-Support innovation and student-led engineering initiativesIf your organization is interested in sponsoring the EDT Competition or participating as a judge or mentor, please contact the IEEE UBC Student Branch at chair@<a href="http://ubcieee.orgBldg:" target="_blank" title="ubcieee.orgBldg:">ubcieee.orgBldg: ESC, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

We're heading to Trapped Escape Room Calgary on Saturday March 21st for an evening of puzzles, laughs, and (hopefully) a successful breakout! Whether you're a master problem-solver or just in it for the fun and post-event drinks, we need a diverse team of 8 to help us beat the <a href="http://clock.We'll" target="_blank" title="clock.We'll">clock.We'll be meeting afterward at a nearby pub to celebrate our escape - come for the challenge, stay for the company!Venue: Trapped Escape Room Calgary - 1139 Kensington Rd NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1X7Date & Time: Saturday March 21st at 3:15 pmObjective: Execute a successful egress within 60.0 minutesPost-Event: Debrief and Networking at Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey (Drink ticket included)Agenda: 3:15 pm - Arrival3:25 pm - Mandatory Pregame briefing3:40 pm - Escape Room Challenge Starts4:40 pm - Escape Room Challenge Concludes5pm to 7pm - Post Event Drinks at Hayden Block Smoke and Whiskey1139 Kensington Rd NW,Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2N 1X7