Events for October 10, 2026

The 16th IEEE Global Humanitarian Technology Conference (GHTC 2026) is a flagship global conference sharing practical technology-enabled solutions supporting achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) by addressing the needs of underserved communities in resource-constrained environments around the world. GHTC 2026 will be hosted at University of Colorado, Boulder Mortensen Center in Global Engineering and Resilience of October 7 - 10. Registration is open. See the GHTC 2026 (https://ieeeghtc.org/2026-registration/) for details on fees and options. GHTC 2026 will include four keynote speakers: [] GHTC is focused on bringing together people working on the application of technology to addressing critical issues for the benefit of the resource-constrained and vulnerable populations in the world. It is a forum where (http://www.ieee.org/index.html) works with developers and NGOs to identify the most pressing needs. We encourage participants from academia, for-profit and non-profit businesses, governmental and non-governmental organizations to attend and present research, ideas, and other considerations for the creation of effective humanitarian technology. We also invite participants to share case studies and lessons learned from deployment and application of humanitarian technologies. Why Attend? - Participate in an extensive, vibrant, and innovative technical program - Learn from world-class knowledgeable practitioners working in the field - Exchange information, share experiences and network with attendees actively involved in the fields - Gain visibility and recognition for your humanitarian work, projects and ideas - Find new resources and potential partners or investors See the GHTC 2026 (https://ieeeghtc.org/2026-program/) schedule and details. - View descriptions of (https://ieeeghtc.org/keynotes-special-sessions/). - View full schedule of (https://ieeeghtc.org/technical-paper-presentations-schedule-2026/). Co-sponsored by: University of Colorado, Boulder Agenda: See the GHTC 2026 (https://ieeeghtc.org/2026-program/) schedule and details. Bldg: SEEC Building, , 4001 Discovery Drive, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80303

Help inspire the next generation of engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers! Build Something Cool is coming to the University of Colorado Boulder on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM at the Integrated Teaching and Learning Laboratory (ITLL). We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help make this hands-on STEM outreach event an engaging and memorable experience for middle- and high-school students and their families. About Build Something Cool Students will explore engineering through hands-on activities, including soldering, project assembly, and creative design challenges. They will have the chance to build a project to take home, discover new interests, and meet engineers, scientists, and STEM professionals. Your time, encouragement, and real-world perspective can make a lasting difference. How You Can Help Teaches and Volunteers may assist by: - Helping students assemble and troubleshoot their projects - Sharing your STEM career path and answering students’ questions - Supporting activity stations, check-in, lunch, and general event logistics - Encouraging students as they explore, create, and build something cool You are welcome to volunteer for the full day or a half-day shift. Lunch will be provided, and we hope you will stay to connect with fellow volunteers and participants. Volunteer Registration If you are available to volunteer, please use the Register button below to register and indicate your availability. Parking instructions will be provided to event registrants by email as the event approaches. Help Us Reach Students Please share this opportunity with families, educators, and students in grades 8–12 who may enjoy a free day of hands-on STEM exploration at CU Boulder. Students and families can register through the official event website: (https://www.colorado.edu/event/bsc2026/) Questions? Contact: Jim Harrer at [email protected] Dr. Mona El Helbawy, [email protected] Thank you for helping create an exciting, welcoming day of learning and discovery! [] Agenda: Event-Day Schedule 8:30–9:30 AM | Volunteer Arrival, Breakfast & Setup Volunteers arrive, enjoy breakfast, set up activity rooms and workstations, and review the day’s plan. 9:30–10:00 AM | Participant Welcome & Check-In Students and their parents or guardians are welcomed to the event, check in, receive an overview of the day, and get ready for a fun hands-on STEM experience. 10:00 AM–12:00 PM | Morning Concurrent Workshops Students arrive for hands-on project building while volunteers guide, encourage, and assist at activity stations. 12:00–1:00 PM | Lunch & Community Time Lunch will be available for volunteers, students, and participants. Volunteers are encouraged to join us for lunch and connect with the event community. 1:00–3:00 PM | Afternoon Concurrent Workshops A second group of students participates in the Build Something Cool activities with volunteer support. 3:00–4:00 PM | Wrap-Up & Pack-Up Students depart, and volunteers help clean up activity spaces, pack materials, and close out the day. Volunteers are welcome to serve in the morning, afternoon, or for the full day. We hope you will stay for lunch! Bldg: Integrated Teaching & Learning Program and Laboratory (ITLL), 1045 Regent Dr., Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80302

In conjunction with the Build Something Cool at the University of Colorado Boulder on Saturday, October 10, 2026, the R5 Director, Christopher Sanderson, would like to have lunch with the members of the Denver Section's ExCom. Lunch will be in the same building at CU as the Build Something Cool workshops are being held, so there will be opportunities to interact with the volunteers and students in the workshops as well. The R5 ExCom is holding a hybrid meeting from 9:00 - 12:00 that day in Room 160 in the same building, and Denver Excom members are invited to join that meeting as well. Parking instructions will be provided to event registrants by followup email. Please register by noon, October 3, so that a head count for lunch can be obtained. For further information about the Build Something Cool event, and to register as a volunteer, visit https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/576168. [] Room: ITLL 1B 150, Bldg: Integrated Teaching & Learning Program and Laboratory (ITLL), 1045 Regent Dr., Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80302

In conjunction with the Build Something Cool event at the University of Colorado Boulder on Saturday, October 10th 2026, the R5 Director Christopher Sanderson would like to have lunch with the members of the Denver Sections Excom. Lunch will be in the same building at CU as the Build Something Cool workshops are being held so there will be opportunities to interact with the volunteers and students in the workshops as well. The R5 Excom is holding a hybrid meeting from 9:00 - 12:00 that day in Room 160 in the same building and Denver Excom members are invited to join that meeting as well. Parking instructions will be provided to event registrants by followup email. Please register by noon, October 3 so that a head count for lunch can be obtained. For further information about the Build Something Cool event and to register as a volunteer, visit https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/576168 [] Room: ITLL 1B 150, Bldg: Integrated Teaching & Learning Program and Laboratory (ITLL), 1045 Regent Dr., Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80302

In conjunction with the Build Something Cool at the University of Colorado Boulder on Saturday, October 10, 2026, the R5 Director, Christopher Sanderson, would like to meet with members of the Denver Section's Student Branches. The meeting will be in the Rustandy Building, near where the BSC workshops are being held. The address of the Rustandy Building is 1111 Engineering Drive, and it connects the Engineering Center and the Koelbel Building (Leeds School of Business, at 995 Regent Drive, Boulder, CO 80309). Light refreshments will be provided. Parking instructions will be provided to event registrants by follow-up email. For further information about the Build Something Cool event, and to register as a volunteer, visit https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/576168. [] Room: KOBL 352, Bldg: Rustandy Building, 1111 Engineering Drive., Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80302

In conjunction with the Build Something Cool at the University of Colorado Boulder on Saturday, October 10, 2026, the R5 Director, Christopher Sanderson, would like to network with members of the Denver Section's Women in Engineering, Young Professionals, and Life Member affinity groups. The meeting will be in the Rustandy Building, near where the BSC workshops are being held. The address of the Rustandy Building is 1111 Engineering Drive, and it connects the Engineering Center and the Koelbel Building (Leeds School of Business, at 995 Regent Drive, Boulder, CO 80309). Parking instructions will be provided to event registrants by follow-up email. For further information about the Build Something Cool event, and to register as a volunteer, visit https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/576168. [] Room: KOBL 352, Bldg: Rustandy Building, 1111 Engineering Drive., Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80302