IEEE PELS Best Student Branch Chapter
About the Award
The IEEE PELS Best Student Branch Chapter (SBC) Award recognizes excellent service by PELS SBCs and Joint SBCs to its members and the power electronics community.
As of 2024, the Best SBC Award is categorized to recognize one SBC from each category:
- Small SBC (6-10 members)
- Medium SBC (11-30 members)
- Large SBC (30+ members)
Award Prize:
- Certificate in the name of the SBC
- An honorarium to support SBC activities (USD 1,000 for large, USD 750 for medium, USD 500 for small)
- Reimbursement of up to USD 1,000 towards the SBC’s necessary conference registration, travel, and accommodation costs incurred to attend the Awards Ceremony
Submitting a Nominee
Current SBC Chairs should apply for their SBC to be considered using the link below. They will be asked to log into their existing IEEE account (or register for a new one) to identify as a nominator.
The portal to submit a nomination is now closed.
Award Details
Recognizing Outstanding Achievements
2024 Honorees:
Large: IEEE PELS Zhejiang University Student Branch Chapter
Medium: IEEE PELS/PES Student Branch Chapter at UConn
The IEEE PELS/PES Student Branch Chapter at the University of Connecticut (UConn) serves as a dynamic platform for students interested in the field of power electronics, power and energy, and their applications. Established with the mission to foster learning, innovation, and professional growth, the chapter brings together a community of enthusiastic students, researchers, and professionals.
At the UConn IEEE PELS/PES Student Branch Chapter, members have the opportunity to engage in various activities designed to enhance their technical skills and industry knowledge. These activities include technical and networking events, seminars, and lectures by speakers from academia and industry. Through these events, students gain insights into the latest trends and advancements in the field.
The chapter also provides a platform for students to present their research, share ideas, and receive constructive feedback from peers and experts through different activities and competitions.
Networking is a significant aspect of the IEEE PELS/PES Student Branch Chapter at UConn. By participating in career development and networking events, members can build valuable connections with professionals and researchers in the field. These interactions not only broaden their perspectives but also open doors to internships, job opportunities, and collaborative research projects.
Overall, the IEEE PELS/PES Student Branch Chapter at UConn is dedicated to empowering students with the knowledge, skills, and networks necessary to excel in the ever-evolving field of power electronics and power and energy. Through a combination of educational events, practical experiences, and professional networking, the chapter plays a crucial role in shaping future leaders in the field.
Small: G.Pulla Reddy Engineering College: Kurnool IEEE Student Branch
Eligibility Requirements & Criteria
Eligibility: All active IEEE PELS SBCs and Joint SBCs are eligible.
Criteria: The criteria are based on the substantial accomplishments of the SBC in fields such as:
- Chapter meetings with educational, networking, or technical content, such as Distinguished Lectures
- Local service to PELS members
- Local support of international PELS conferences
- Networking with local societies with a similar scope
- Offering networking opportunities between local industry and academia and/or students and engineers
- Power electronics-related contributions to IEEE activities, such as establishing IEEE milestones
- Visibility (e.g., number of members and participants in chapter meetings, gaining new members or supporting elevation of member’s IEEE membership grade, public relations)
Past Recipients
| Year | SBC Name |
| 2023 | Sri Sai Ram Engineering College, PEL35 |
| 2022 | No award given |
| 2021 | Tsinghua University, PEL35 |
| 2020 | IIT Mandi |
| 2019 | Universidade Federal de Campina Grande (UFCG) |
Questions?
Please send any questions to the PELS Awards Committee.