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We’re excited to announce the INFORMS UB Ignite Research Pitch Competition hosted by the UB INFORMS Student Chapter!

🎤 Bring your research to life in just 5 minutes!
Showcase your ideas in a fast-paced, high-energy format. Time will be strictly enforced — make every second count!

🌟 Why join?
Impress our judges with:
✅ Clarity
✅ Innovation
✅ Real-World Impact
✅ Presentation Skills

🏆 Top presenters will take home a prize!

📍 Where: Bell Hall, Room 216
📅 When: Thursday, April 17th, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

🎟️ FREE Registration!
Scan the QR code on the poster to claim your spot!

We can’t wait to see you there and hear your groundbreaking ideas!

Workshop: Unlock the Power of UB CCR
Are you looking to enhance your research with high-performance computing? Join us for the “Unlock the Power of UB CCR” workshop designed for UB students by !

📍 Location: Bell 216
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2024
⏰ Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM

What you’ll learn:
✅ Setting up and using SSH keys for secure access
✅ Writing and using Slurm scripts for job scheduling
✅ Leveraging shared and distributed parallel processing with CCR

Bonus: Enjoy coffee and donuts while you learn! ☕🍩

This workshop is perfect for all students, whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills. Don’t miss the chance to elevate your research with CCR’s powerful resources!

📌 Save the date – see you in Bell 216!

💼 The 2024 INFORMS Annual Conference is approaching, and our accomplished students and faculty members will be presenting their insightful research findings at this prestigious event in Seattle!
🗓️ You can access the full presentation schedule via the QR code. Your support is invaluable to the entire UB INFORMs community! 🙌
🏅We are also proud to announce that the Student Chapter has been honored with the 2024 Summa Cum Laude Award!
🏆 Join us in celebrating this remarkable achievement at the awards ceremony on Monday, October 21 at 7:30-8:15 pm, at Hyatt Regency Seattle, Regency B Ballroom, 7th Floor.
See you in Seattle! 🌍✈️

Join us for the Academic Job Panel 2024, presented by , and gain expert advice on how to apply for academic jobs and prepare for interviews.

Meet the Panelists who are distinguished UB ISE alumni:

Dr. Zhiyuan Wei, Assistant Professor at California Polytechnic State University

Dr. Aditya Chivate, Assistant Professor at California Polytechnic State University

Dr. John Becker, Assistant Professor at United States Naval Academy

Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from the best as you gear up for your academic career! Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to gain insights and tips from experts in the field!

🗓 Date: October 10, 2024
🕑 Time: 2 PM - 3:30 PM
💻 Join us via Zoom! (Link in bio)