Our Mission
University of Manitoba Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Student Branch (UMIEEE) is a non-profit organization managed by a team of dedicated student volunteers. Our mission is to provide students with the space and equipment necessary to maximize learning opportunities and enhance education. UMIEEE provides a laboratory environment congruent to the Electrical and Computer Engineering labs operated by the University of Manitoba, enabling students to expand their knowledge outside of the classroom.
UMIEEE strives to engage students through workshops and networking events, enriching knowledge and developing professional communication skills. Each academic year we host technical workshops covering Arduino, Raspberry Pi, embedded devices, and LaTeX typesetting. Our networking events connect students directly with professional practicing engineers.
IEEE Advantages
Members of the University of Manitoba IEEE branch are offered several exclusive benefits and spaces.
Lounge Area
A dedicated space for studying, relaxing, and hanging out.
- Canteen (prices posted inside)
- Classroom whiteboards and markers
- Massage Chair for stress relief
- External monitors for productivity
- Large conference table for meetings
McNaughton Centre Lab
The McNaughton Centre concept was pioneered at the University of Manitoba by Ted Glass, IEEE Regional Director in 1978-1979. It is the first McNaughton Centre established.
- Soldering equipment and stations
- Arduino boards & Raspberry Pi's
- High-performance computer access
Event Highlights
Take a look at some of the recent workshops and competitions hosted by our branch.
UMake 2026
March 6-7, 2026
First Hardware Hackathon at UofM
Black Hole Social
January 30, 2026
IEEEXtreme 19.0
October 24-25, 2025
Annual 24-Hour Programming Competition Hosted by IEEE
Introduction to Neural Networks
October 16, 2025
Lecture by Syed Abraham Ahmed
IEEE Day Celebration
October 7, 2025
IEEE PES Day - Earth Day Cleanup
April 22, 2025
Executives Committee
Chair
Ghrum Yemessghen
Vice-Chair
Syed Abraham Ahmed
Treasurer
Connor Pagtakhan
Secretary
Minjeong (MJ) Kang
Lab Manager
Jonah St. Hilaire
Lounge Manager
Edcel Abanto
Join Us
Follow these steps to become a UMIEEE member.
- Navigate to the Join IEEE webpage.
- Select the "JOIN AS A STUDENT” option.
- Create your IEEE account and complete your membership order.
- Complete our UMIEEE Membership Form (Have your IEEE number ready).
- Join the UMIEEE Discord Server.
- Follow our UMIEEE Instagram.
Our Sponsors
Thank you for funding the specialized equipment and workspace materials used by UMIEEE members.