ISDEIV 2025 “Lunch & Learn” Session

Short Description

Grab your lunch, and join us for a fireside chat with Prof. Raymond Boxman at ISDEIV 2025. In this session, Prof. Boxman will share stories from his remarkable career, highlight pivotal lessons in research and leadership, and offer practical advice for the next generation of engineers. Organized by the IEEE DEIS Young Professionals, the event is designed especially for graduate students, postdocs, and early-career engineers who want inspiration and guidance that goes beyond technical skills. This Lunch & Learn sets the stage for Prof. Boxman’s afternoon Scientific Writing Workshop by focusing on mentorship, career growth, and building community—don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and be inspired.

Date/Time: September 21st, 12:00–13:00
Format: Fireside chat with keynote guest + moderated Q&A
Session Title: A Fireside Chat with Prof. Raymond Boxman: Career Paths, Research Frontiers, and Mentorship for Young Professionals

Agenda (Minute-by-Minute)

• 12:00–12:03 Welcome & housekeeping
• 12:03–12:05 Introduction of Prof. Raymond Boxman
• 12:05–12:30 Presentation from Prof. Boxman: career trajectory, leadership in engineering, research lessons, and mentoring experiences.
• 12:30-12:50 Open audience Q&A (prepared questions asked by moderator + questions asked by attendees )
• 12:50-13:00 Closing remarks, group photo, and call-to-action (join DEIS YP, mentorship sign-ups)

Note：If you want to ask questions to Professor Boxman, you may either ask them on-site or send them to us, and Dr. Moein will help you to ask.

Designed to complement Prof. Boxman’s Scientific Writing Workshop later in the day. The L&L focuses on personal and professional development, while the workshop delivers practical training in technical writing.