Abstract: The current era of rapid AI evolution presents both promising benefits and complex risks. Global conversations increasingly recognize ethics as an essential foundation for successful AI adoption, affirming a humanity-centered approach for collective betterment. This talk explores what this means in practice, reflecting on the broader implications of responsible AI, how technological trajectories can shape societies in materially different ways, and how these ideas connect to widely shared global goals, drawing on some recent examples. Participants will also be encouraged to think through some forward-looking action steps that could help individuals and institutions to better adopt AI responsibly and harness the opportunities this moment presents. The discussion is structured to be accessible for participants across digital literacy levels. *This webinar will be recorded Speaker Bio Hao Ji Zhu is the Founder of Zhu Consulting (a US-based strategic advisory firm), where she functions as a Global Strategist for Social Impact, advising organizations worldwide to scale value-centered initiatives through system alignment strategies. Responsible AI is among her core priorities, with a focus on digital literacy, ethical stewardship, and multistakeholder collaboration. Coming from the United Nations, the public sector, NGOs, and the private sector, her work spans North America, Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East on diverse topics including international development, humanitarian assistance, conflict prevention and peacebuilding, governance, human rights, minority rights advocacy, education, and youth empowerment. Her strongest strength lies in her ability to understand system-level complexity and forge collaborations across sectors, disciplines, and cultures to drive meaningful intergenerational change. Co-sponsored by: IEEE Future Networks INGR Committee Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/540144

Join fellow utility asset management and engineering professionals as industry subject-matter experts provide a half day of instruction on the topic of managing the life cycle of underground power systems. Topics covered will include significant failure mechanisms, best practice techniques to proactively identify deficiencies, underground assets such as cables, manholes/vaults, and padmount transformers, and the importance of contact voltage scanning. Speaker(s): Tim, Kurt, David Agenda: The seminar fee includes lunch, refreshments and handouts. Non-members joining IEEE within 30 days of the seminar will be rebated 50% of the IEEE registration charge. Four hours of instruction will be provided. If desired, IEEE Continuing Education Units (0.4 CEUs) will be offered for this course - a small fee of $55 will be required for processing. Please pay attention to the “Registration Fee” and choose the appropriate choice either with or without CEUs. CEU Evaluation Form can be found at: (https://credentials.ieee.org/certificates/pes-north-jersey/) Room: Transformer & Reactor Rooms, Bldg: PSE&G - Cragwood Road Facility, 40 Cragwood Road, South Plainfield, New Jersey, United States, 07080

Engineering Ethics - The study of the general nature of morals and of the specific moral choices to be made by a person’s moral philosophy - The rules or standards governing the conduct of a person or the members of a profession organization ethics - Encompasses the more general definition of ethics, but applied it more specifically to situations involving engineers in their professional lives. - Engineering ethics often involves choices on an organizational level rather than personal level. - Review the existing NJ statutes governing professional licensed practices and how these statutes incorporate ethical rules of conduct; - Present case studies of current headlines that could have ethical aspects - Conclude with a general discussion of professional ethics in a global economy including the impact of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act on engineers (e.g., the Anti-bribery Provisions) Speaker(s): Constantine Agenda: This Engineering Ethics session will immediately follow our regularly scheduled monthly session. These will both require separate registrations. There will be a fee for ALL participants. The cost for ALL participants will be $160. Two hours of instruction will be provided. CEU Evaluation Form can be found at: (https://credentials.ieee.org/certificates/pes-north-jersey/) Please only register if you know you are going to attend, and you must be registered to participate. Room: Transformer & Reactor Rooms, Bldg: PSE&G - Cragwood Road Facility, 40 Cragwood Road, South Plainfield, New Jersey, United States, 07080

The 2026 STEM Summit, organized at Montclair State University on Friday, March 20th, from 9:00 AM-1:30 PM (check-in starts at 8:00 AM!), will bring together students, faculty, and industry professionals from across New Jersey to explore the interdisciplinary skills shaping the future of science and mathematics. Highlights include a keynote by master storyteller Andrew Gordon, student-led research presentations, and interactive workshops designed to enhance key professional skills. The Summit aims to foster community and amplify all student voices in STEM by empowering the next generation of scientists and innovators. IEEE Montclair Student Organizations, IEEE North Jersey Section, IEEE NJS AP/MTT Chapter, and IEEE NJS SMC Chapter will co-sponsor this Summit and host membership drives at this academic event. [] Room: CELS Atrium and CELS 120, Bldg: CELS Atrium and CELS 120, 1 Normal Ave, Montclair, New Jersey, United States, 07043

### CALL FOR STEM PRESENTERS ### Sounds Abound: Makers Day STEM event is STEM Makers Day annual STEM fair for children & families that are interested in STEAM/STEM We are looking for local volunteers to present at a table on an engineering project to the children. Please register through vTools if you would like to volunteer for this event Date: Saturday, March 21st Time: 10:30am-4:00pm Location: 375 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ 07649, USA *Note: Parking is free How to prepare: Create an interactive table display featuring information about sound. Flyers, props, visuals, and short videos are encouraged. Giveaways are welcome and always a hit with the kids. Provide a brief hands-on activity (3-5 minutes) that allows kids to experience engineering with sound. The library has free on-site Parking Have a child that would like to attend? More details and registration is at: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/15966345 Thank for your support! More information about: (https://r1.ieee.org/northjersey/) (https://futurenetworks.ieee.org/) (https://oradellpubliclibrary.org/) Bldg: Oradell Public Library, 375 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, New Jersey, United States, 07649

We are Looking for 10-15 judges Judges can be University students, Young Professionals, IEEE members, Senior Members, Life Members, Fellows What is TNJSF? The TNJSF (formerly the NJRSF) is a science fair competition for high school students (grades 9-12) for students in ten counties of northern New Jersey. The mission of the TNJSF is to support, encourage, and recognize student involvement in scientific researh and engineering design. It is our belief that students can only truly appreciate the creative nature of the process if they have actually experienced it themselves. In addition, we endeavor to provide resources which further this overarching goal, including giving students various opportunities to interact with professional scientists and engineers. The opportunity to partake of the TNJSF itself as well as other resources we offer is intended to be open to all high school students in our northern NJ region. IEEE volunteers are needed for Special Awards Judging at the Fair Special awards judging takes place on Sunday morning. Judges are asked to arrive at the judges' room by 9:15 a.m. to determine their project assignments with their team and to receive instructions from the Judging Coordinator. Judging of projects takes place from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. During this time, judges will meet with students at their project displays and evaluate their work. At least 2 judges on the award team should see each project under consideration. At 12:00 p.m., the judges reconvene in the judges' room to discuss the projects and determine which projects will be awarded. Judging of special awards is usually completed by 1:00 p.m. Volunteers use the registration link in vTools so we have your email logged. You also need to register as a judge at https://tnjsf.org/ (find the "Register as a Judge for 2026" in "Judges" menu drop down) - IMPORTANT NOTE: When registering on the TNJSF site, remember to select that you are judging for the "special" IEEE award that is taking place on Sunday. *** Sunday 22 March Schedule *** Sunday morning, March 22 - Special Awards Judging Please arrive at the judges' room by 9:15 a.m. 9:15 - 10:00 a.m. Judges meet their team and receive instructions. Continental breakfast provided. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Judging for special awards and ISEF Trip Award finalists. Students at projects. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Judges conference to evaluate projects and determine award winners. Agenda: [] Kean University, 1000 Morris Ave, Union, New Jersey, United States, 07083

### CALL FOR STEM PRESENTERS ### Makers Day STEM event is STEM Makers Day annual STEM fair for children & families that are interested in STEAM/STEM We are looking for local volunteers to present at a table on an engineering project to the children. Please register through vTools if you would like to volunteer for this event Date: Saturday, March 28th Time: 11am-3pm Location: 500 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08854, USA *Note: Parking is free How to prepare: Create an interactive table display featuring information about STEM. Flyers, props, visuals, and short videos are encouraged. Giveaways are welcome and always a hit with the kids. Provide a brief hands-on activity (3-5 minutes) that allows kids to experience engineering. The library has free on-site Parking Have a child that would like to attend? More details and registration is at: https://www.piscatawaylibrary.org/njmd-w Thank for your support! More information about: (https://r1.ieee.org/northjersey/) (https://futurenetworks.ieee.org/) (https://www.piscatawaylibrary.org/njmd-w) Bldg: Piscataway Public Library, 500 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, New Jersey, United States, 08854