Introduction

SoutheastCon is the annual IEEE Region 3 Technical, Professional, and Student Conference. It brings together Electrical, and Computer Engineering professionals, faculty and students to share the latest information through technical sessions, tutorials, and exhibits. It is the most influential conference in Region 3 for promoting awareness of the technical contributions made by our profession to the advancement of engineering science and to the community. As usual, attendance and technical program participation from areas outside IEEE Region 3 are encouraged and welcomed.

SoutheastCon 2003 will be held at the Renaissance Jamaica Grande Resort, in Ocho Rios, St Ann, on the north coast of the Caribbean island of Jamaica, hosted by: IEEE Jamaica Section and Student Chapter, IEEE Region 3 (Southeastern USA and Jamaica); and The University of Technology, Jamaica and The University of the West Indies (Mona, Jamaica).

The theme of the conference is "Bridging the Digital Divide".

SoutheastCon 2003 includes: Technical Sessions; Plenary Sessions; Tutorials and Workshops; Student Competitions; Industrial Exhibits; IEEE Professional Training; and Social Events.