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5 0 C O M M U N I T Y M A G A Z I N E FA L L 2 0 2 5 CHAPTERS IN ACTION ▲ S P OT L I G H T Forward-thinking partnerships between stu- dents and local industry allow university and high school students to engage directly with industry professionals in gaining hands-on experience, developing in-demand skills, and broadening their career horizons. The Electronics Foundation (formerly IPC Edu- cation Foundation), part of the Global Electronics Association, is focused on preparing U.S. students for careers in the electronics industry by fostering collaborations through student chapters. Here are five initiatives that are cultivating a new generation of talent ready to meet the challenges and innovations of modern manufacturing: AUBURN UNIVERSITY STUDENT CHAPTER The Auburn Student Chapter in Georgia hosted a virtual guest speaker session with Matthew Geyer, supervisor of Early Careers Global Talent Acquisition at Zebra Technologies in Naperville, Illinois. He spoke about resumé building and interview preparation, and students appreciated his energy and practical advice. T h e E l e c t ro n i c s F o u n d at i o n h e l p s s tu d e n t s c o n n e c t , l e a r n , a n d l e a d By Charlene Gunter, Senior Director, Electronics Foundation NC State