The document provides information about IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers). It discusses that IEEE is an association of technical professionals with over 400,000 members globally. Its objectives are the educational and technical advancement of electrical engineering, telecommunications, computer engineering and related fields. It has various societies, councils, committees and groups. IEEE has local sections and chapters for students. Student benefits include access to conferences, career resources, networking opportunities and discounts. Upcoming events by the local student branch include workshops on signal processing, soft skills and a visit to the Microsoft research campus.