getting FIRST out there. with anti-drug commercial

[Sam2197]

does anyone on here think that we would be able to get with the people that make the anti-drug commercials and possibly get FIRST to be on an anti-drug commercial. i just thought of this and was curious if it would even be possible.

[neoshaakti]

In my opinon FIRST should be promoted for what it actually does, which is promoting science and technology through building cool robots. Although FIRST may keep some kids off drugs, I don't think there is sufficient statistical proof measuring students' involvement in FIRST correlating with a decrease in first time, or even continued drug use.

[Wetzel]

In my opinon FIRST should be promoted for what it actually does, which is promoting science and technology through building cool robots. Although FIRST may keep some kids off drugs, I don't think there is sufficient statistical proof measuring students' involvement in FIRST correlating with a decrease in first time, or even continued drug use.

Anti-drug commercials work just fine off anecdotes.

Wetzel

[coldabert]

Considering:
-the diversity of the FIRST community
-a primary goal of promoting science and engineering skills and interest
-also goals of building self-confidence, leadership, and life skills

You weren't very clear what you were referring to with an "anti-drug" commercial. Could you be a little more specific?

If you were referring to the politics of the war on drugs, personally, I do not think it is prudent for FIRST to take political stands outside of science and engineering.

If you were concerned with potential harmful effects of illegal and non-regulated drugs on the human body, I do not think it is prudent for FIRST to give medical advice without consultation.

Irresponsible use of mind-altering substances can have horrible impacts on science and engineering. I'm certain the FIRST community would never suggest a drunk wielding power tools among high-school students as anything other than a horrible violation of G<42>. However, if this community is going to start extending ideologies outside of the program that FIRST has designed, I think we need to have a substantial discussion on the subject.

[Sam2197]

i was thinking like how there is those commercials where its like sports are my anti-drug. or friends are my anti-drug. that type of thing. not like actually saying that FIRST is all about that.

[breeahnuh]

i think thats a great idea & im actually surprised it hasnt already been done!

[Sam2197]

i was thinking like how there is those commercials where its like sports are my anti-drug. or friends are my anti-drug. that type of thing. not like actually saying that FIRST is all about that.