Student Activities in IEEE Region 8

In January 2025, led by Theodoros Chatzinikolaou, the 2025-26 IEEE Region 8 Vice-Chair, Student Activities, a cross-sectional, diverse, and talented team was brought together to kick-start the R8 Student Activities. This year, the R8 SAC team brings forward a new structure along with new initiatives. The main team consists of 6 members and 8 corresponding members, including the Chairs for the respective R8 Ad-hoc Committees for students. The three Ad-hoc committees are “Students Awards & Contests”, “Student Branch Leadership Support” and “Student Experience Portfolio Initiatives”. Together, the team is working to support and develop all aspects of R8 Student Activities. The aim is to provide excellent support to Student Branches, student volunteers, and student members in the region. The R8 SAC team operates different programs, training sessions, competitions, and awards that promote a growth-based ecosystem for all student activities in Region 8.

IEEE Region 8 Student Activities Committee

Theodoros Chatzinikolaou

Chair

Theodoros is a PhD Candidate in the ECE Dept of the Democritus University of Thrace, where he has received his Engineering Diploma with Integrated Master. His research interests focus on future and emerging computing systems and cutting-edge technologies with a focus on memristive circuits. As an active volunteer, he is currently serving the IEEE Region 8 as Vice-Chair, Student Activities, SAC Chair and HTAC Past-Chair. He has served various IEEE units including MGA SAC, Region 8, and his local Student Branch. He has received the IEEE MGA Young Professionals Achievement Award, the IEEE CASS Pre-Doctoral Grant, and the IEEE MGA Larry K. Wilson Regional Student Activities Award, among others.