Programs consist of addresses by members of the engineering profession, technical papers prepared by students, and audio-visuals of engineering interest. The Association for Computing Machinery is a major professional organization in the field of computing. Membership in the local student chapter is open to all students with an interest in computers. The major activities of this group include field trips, invited lecturers, and social functions. The Institute has recognized the electrical engineering curriculum at The University of Mississippi by the establishment of an IEEE Student Branch.
Membership is open to all students interested in electrical engineering and related fields.
The Branch promotes professional development and interest in electrical engineering. Programs presented at monthly meetings include addresses by students, faculty, and other members of the profession, films, and other activities. It meets once a month, and its purpose is to promote professional development and contact with practicing geologists. Its activities include field trips, technical programs, geological publications and social functions. The students majoring in mechanical engineering may join the student chapter of ASME, which serves to promote professional development and contact with practicing mechanical engineers.