In April 2025, the IEEE ComSoc Student Chapter at the Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas ESPE successfully organized the first edition of Electro Verano, an academic and social initiative that brought together engineering students with the goal of strengthening foundational knowledge in electrical, electronics, and telecommunications. This course, held from April 7 to 11 in the laboratories of the Department of Electrical, Electronics, and Telecommunications Engineering, Sangolquí, Ecuador, featured the active participation of volunteers and attendees committed to technical and professional development.

Electro Verano was designed as an intensive training and leveling space where participants could review essential content from the first midterm of several key subjects in the curriculum. The classes were conducted in two laboratories and divided into two-hour theoretical and practical sessions. A group of volunteer students led the activities, prepared the content, carried out practical demonstrations, and promoted active, collaborative, and dynamic learning.

Topics covered included fundamental circuit laws, the study of electronic components such as resistors, capacitors, diodes, and transistors, the basics of digital logic, an introduction to microcontrollers, and fundamental concepts of electromagnetic waves and radio frequency. The course structure enabled students to apply theory through exercises, simulations, and small projects, creating an environment where continuous feedback replaced traditional evaluations.

Beyond the technical content, Electro Verano promoted core values such as punctuality, responsibility, respect for lab safety rules, and teamwork. Additionally, the activity helped strengthen a sense of belonging to the IEEE community, encouraging academic volunteering and peer-to-peer knowledge transfer.

The impact of the course was reflected in the students’ participation and motivation, who expressed interest in future editions. Electro Verano demonstrated the value of student-led initiatives as drivers of change, not only academically but also personally. Through this type of activity, the ComSoc Chapter at the Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas — ESPE reaffirms its commitment to quality technical education, innovation, and community service.

To close the Electro Verano event, we worked in collaboration with the IEEE ComSoc Ecuador Chair, Ing. Román Lara, Ph.D., who delivered a talk on the final day titled “Ciencia que se escribe: Escritura científica — Enfoque para investigadores.” This session provided valuable insights into writing and publishing high-impact scientific articles, offering essential tools for researchers to communicate their knowledge with clarity, rigor, and international reach.

Thanks to these two impactful activities, we submitted our application to become ambassadors for IEEE Education Week. Through Electro Verano and complementary STEM outreach events, we were honored to be selected as Global Ambassadors for IEEE Education Week, showcasing our commitment to promoting engineering education and community engagement.