The Big Hoopla STEM Challenge

 

IEEE volunteers help children with STEM activities at The Big Hoopla

When: Sunday, 15 March 2026
Where: Wright State University Student Union (Fairborn, Ohio)

The Big Hoopla STEM Challenge is a free family event for kids (K-8) that ties together the excitement of college basketball and the power of STEM education. IEEE-USA and other regional and national partners were on hand to engage kids with hands-on STEM activities.

 

Call for Volunteers

We are seeking 14-16 volunteers to assist us at The Big Hoopla STEM Challenge on Sunday, 15 March (time TBA) at the Wright State University Student Union in Fairborn, Ohio, to help staff IEEE-USA’s booth and oversee STEM activities for young attendees.

In appreciation, volunteers are eligible to receive up to two complimentary tickets to a First Four game on either 17 or 18 March 2026 (available on a first come, first served basis, due to limited availability). These are the games which kick off March Madness and are sure to be especially exciting this year!

If you are interested in volunteering with this event, please complete and submit the form below, and a team member will be in touch.

The Big Hoopla STEM Challenge 2026 - Volunteers

IEEE-USA is seeking volunteers to assist with The Big Hoopla STEM Challenge on Sunday, 15 March (time TBA) at the Wright State University Student Union in Fairborn, OH. Two tickets for one of the First Four games will be provided to volunteers who are selected to help with the events. If you are interested in volunteering with this event, please complete and submit the form below, and a team member will be in touch.

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