Overview
The Distinguished Lecturer Program (DLP) is sponsored by the IEEE Intelligent Transportation Systems Society (ITSS) and managed by its Education Committee.
The program aims to:
Nomination Process
- Deadline: September 1, 2026 and annually thereafter.
- Nominations are reviewed by the ITSS Education Committee.
Nomination Package Must Include
- Full CV (with complete publication list)
- Short biosketch (web-ready)
- Two endorsement letters from two IEEE Fellows
- Link to personal webpage
- Abstract of at least one proposed DL talk (A presentation video link is also acceptable).
Eligibility Criteria
- ITSS membership is required
- International recognition by peers
- Ability to promote ITSS activities through lectures
- Prior involvement in ITSS activities, such as conferences, administration, and publications, is preferred
Review & Appointment Process
Once a nomination is submitted, the Education Committee will review the nominee’s qualifications. Once validated, the nominee will be placed in the Distinguished Lecturer candidate pool. Each September, a select number of new Distinguished Lecturers will be appointed from this pool to serve a two-year term, expected to start on January 1st of the forthcoming year .
Roles & Responsibilities
During their two-year term, Distinguished Lecturers are required to deliver one public webinar as part of the IEEE ITSS Distinguished Seminar Series. They are also expected to be available for in-person seminars hosted by IEEE ITSS local chapters or student branch chapters. Their lecturers will be video recorded and subsequently shared with all ITSS members. Only requests submitted by an IEEE ITSS local chapter or student branch chapter and approved by the Vice President for Membership are eligible for travel subsidy. ITSS does not cover travel expenses for Distinguished Lecturers invited to conferences, workshops, plenary sessions, or keynote addresses outside the approved chapter program.
Upon approval of the DL nomination, each DL is asked to upload a 15 minute research presentation and send the video clip to Dr. Kai Wang and Dr. Zhong-Ping Jiang.
For the sponsored visit of a DL, the DL’s seminar will be video-recorded and be made accessible to all members of ITSS.
Terms of Service
- Duration: Two calendar years, beginning on January 1 following approval
- Renewal: Eligible for one additional 2-year term
- After two consecutive terms, a 2-year break is required before reappointment.
Renewal Process
At the completion of the two-year term, current Distinguished Lecturers may apply for renewal by submitting a summary of their DL activities and, if necessary, materials similar to the original nomination package if those materials were not previously submitted. The renewal application shall be submitted by September 1 of the last year of the current term. The renewal application will be reviewed by the education committee If the application is approved, they may be reappointed for one additional term expected to start on January 1st of the next year. Renewal requests must be submitted through the same nomination portal.
Nominate A Distinguished Lecturer
If you know someone who would make an excellent Distinguished Lecturer or if you are interested in becoming one yourself, please fill out the form below. If you have any questions, please contact the DLP chair Dr. Zhong-Ping Jiang.
