Events for February 7, 2026

You’re invited to a chill R5 Conference Volunteer Kick-Off hangout to meet the crew, talk about volunteering, and plug into the 2026 IEEE GreenTech + Region 5 Congress scene in Boulder.​ What we’ll do - Meet the organizing team and other volunteers, no pressure, just hanging out and chatting.​ Break down what “supporting the 2026 (https://ieeegreentech.org)and (https://r5conferences.org)” actually looks like, from building the robot challenge course to helping people find their way.​ - Walk through the March conference timeline and how volunteers plug into each part.​ - Talk about different roles so you can find something that fits your skills, schedule, and vibe.​ Discord info - Server: “Volunteers for 2026 IEEE GreenTech and R5 Congress”​ - Join link: (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/tego_/event/edit/discord.gg/5kbKRtHuP6) - Use it to: Get updates, ask quick questions, coordinate shifts, and stay synced whether you’re in Boulder or remote.​ How to join - In person: Show up at 2:00 pm at the hotel that will host the conference in March, hang out, ask questions, and meet people face to face.​ - Online: Join the Discord server ahead of time, then hop into the event voice/text channel at 2:00 pm and be part of everything virtually. ​​ ​ Why volunteer - Be part of the team running the 2026 IEEE GreenTech and Region 5 Congress in Boulder, March 27–29, 2026.​ - Get real event experience (robotics, logistics, admissions, attendee support), grow your IEEE network, and make the conference better for everyone. Agenda: Event details - Date: Monday, January 26, 2026​ - Time: 2:00 pm (casual hangout + volunteer info session) - Format: Hybrid – come in person to the Limelight hotel or jump in on Discord - Who it’s for: Students and young professionals interested in helping run the 2026 IEEE GreenTech and R5 Congress Room: Flagstaff, 1295 University Avenue, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80302