Open Mic 4.0 is the fourth edition of our flagship orientation and academic guidance event. Organized by the IEEE ESSTHS SIGHT Group and WIE Affinity Group, this initiative supports students at critical transitional stages of their educational journey.
The event creates a space for structured and peer-led learning, tailored to students seeking clarity on academic and career pathways.
Agenda:
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08:30 – 09:30 | Check-in and Networking
Participant registration, badge distribution, informal networking and orientation to the event layout.
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09:30 – 10:00 | Opening Ceremony
Welcome note by the organizers, introduction to IEEE and SIGHT, event objectives and structure overview.
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10:00 – 10:30 | Coffee Break 1
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10:30 – 12:00 | Parallel Sessions – Round 1 (2 sessions per participant)
Participants select two thematic sessions from a list of available options (see Section 5 for details). Sessions are delivered concurrently and participants rotate between rooms.
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12:00 – 13:30 | Lunch Break
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13:30 – 15:00 | Parallel Sessions – Round 2 (2 sessions per participant)
A second set of thematic sessions with the same structure as Round 1. Participants are assigned two additional sessions, based on prior selection or availability.
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15:00 – 15:30 | Coffee Break 2
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15:30 – 16:00 | Closing Ceremony
Final remarks, participant feedback collection, and information on follow-up mentorship opportunities.
Hammam Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
