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Date: September 18th, 2025

Time: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Place: Student Innovation Center (SIC) - 606 Bissell Rd, Ames, IA 50011

Join us for the upcoming Hardware Hangout at the Iowa State University Student Innovation Center (SIC) in Ames, IA!

Just like last year, this Hardware Hangout will focus on careers in embedded systems. In addition to our incredible Iowans of Things members, ISU students are also encouraged to attend. Come ready to share your career path, aspirations, or experiences in the embedded space. Plus, don’t miss the opportunity to tour the Student Innovation Center (SIC)!

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Registration below.

Event Highlights

  • Technical Talk: Career journey in embedded systems.
  • SIC Tour: Get the opportunity to tour the Student Innovation Center to see what the next generation of professionals are working on!
  • Networking: Mingle with like-minded individuals, share experiences, and forge valuable connections.
  • Project Share: Bring your latest projects or ideas to spur conversations, or simply be inspired by others. Don’t worry, we won’t make anyone perform a show-and-tell!

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Who Should Come?

  • Embedded software developers
  • Firmware developers
  • Electronics and electrical engineers
  • Electronics and robotics hobbyists
  • Product designers
  • Automation engineers and techs
  • Supporters of the industry
  • Those looking to work in or hire people in the industry -Students wanting to learn more

Event Agenda

  • 4:30 - Arrive, park, grab refreshments
  • 5:00 - Tech Talk & Open Discussion: Embedded Careers
  • 5:45 - SIC Tour and mingle
  • 6:30 - Wrap up and take off

Reserve Your Spot

RSVP in the link below!



Sponsors

Many thanks to our sponsors!

DISTek Logo DISTek Integration, Inc.



SE Logo Spark Embedded, LLC

Parking

Metered parking is available in Lot 21, marked with the yellow rectangle. Two handicapped spaces are available north of Sweeney Hall, marked with the blue circle. For more information, see the ISU Parking Page.

The Student Innovation Center (SIC), where the event is held, is located a couple of blocks down from the parking lot, (see red pin in picture below).

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