2012 Web Hug
 

We're going to try something different this year for the Web Hug. I got this via e-mail from my dad about what's happening this year as far as an official CD webhug:

Re: 2012 Web Hug
 

I'll miss the traditional webhug - the point was to meet and greet people you've never seen, and stopping by the 51 pits won't accomplish that.

On the other hand, Mike Martus' time isn't something I want to impinge upon. The webhug takes a time and effort to set up, and it's completely understandable to modify things.

Maybe we all agree to meet there at Noon Friday?:ahh:

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I have never made it to the traditional web hub. Always had some kind of volunteer duty keeping me busy.

But I will definitely stop by the Wings of Fire pit. Plenty of awesome sauce is always simmering there.

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#OccupyWingsOfFire? Sounds interesting. If we do that then hopefully all of the genius concentrated in one 10x10 area would rub off onto me...

Jokes aside, I'll be sure to stop by Wings of Fire's pit. Is there a day that is preferred for people showing up, or would any day (Wednesday-Saturday) be alright?

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Friday @ noon is the Dean's List Awards Ceremony.

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I remember going to Team 47's pit, either in 2000 or 2001, and there was a board set up, get your picture taken and put on the board. I don't remember if that was the year before the webhug, or the first year of the webhug.

Andy Grady
Chris Hibner
Dave Kelso
Mike Martus

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Thanks Cynette, forgot about that.

Um, OK, how about Thursday during Dinner?
Hmm, maybe inviting a hundred CD folks to a 10x10 pit all at the same time might not be a good idea.

OK, here's my plan:

1. Print out my CD "banner" (the top of my post showing my name, etc.) and make it into a name badge, and wear it all the time

2. Bring a WAI photo, about 3" square, to post somewhere in Team 51's pit to prove I was there...

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Dinner? You mean Thursday Night Qualification Matches?

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I think he was referring to the 45 minute break from 6:00pm to 6:45pm. That should be enough time.

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roboprom starts at 7:00 Thursday at the Hyatt. Where should we meet for dinner?

Meeting and Greeting people from Chiefdelphi.com is the reason I pay hundreds of dollars to attend the World Championship. Yes, the main reason I go is to volunteer for an organization that I have the opportunity to Inspire students, But I go to World Championship Event over a 3rd regional to meet thousands more people that share that same goal. The Webhug has always been a staple of my Championship experience, and I appreciate all of the effort team 47/51 has put into organizing it for all of these years.

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Well, most people will still be in the pits/arena since qualification matches resume afterwards at 6:45, so it would probably be best to meet somewhere within the venue. If it runs from 6 to 6:30, those going to Roboprom (assuming it is still that time even with the change in FIRST schedule) will probably be able to get there in time.

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HELLOOOoooo from the NE :yikes:
Wish I could be at the web hug, Think I was at the first one, Brandon I still have your Team 47 hat from back in the day.....remember!!!! We met at the big tree in FL. and dont forget MOE socks!! Say a BIG TJ2 Team 88 HELLOOOooo to dad and all. GOOD LUCK......
MOE :D

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"the times, they are a-changin'" - my theme song for this year.

I'll be busy with a Senior Mentor dinner on Thursday night - I'm sad to be missing the group web hug, but I'll be visiting as many volunteers and mentors/coaches as I can as part of the "Spririt of FIRST" program - (look for us in our red, white and blue tie-dyed shirts!). If you spot me be sure to say hello...

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Kathie! Where can I get one of those shirts?

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RoboProm has been pushed back to 8:00pm, still the same place though.

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Asked a question in the unofficial Web Hug thread

(*Thanks Jane)

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All,

I've received a response to an e-mail that I sent a few days back. This is this gist of the response:

This is just a follow-up for some research I was doing on my own to see if we could find a space for us to meet for a few minutes.

I'd like to give a shout-out to the FRC Team Support staff who are way busy this week and who, I feel, went out of their way to help us out with some suggestions. Thanks, FRC Team Support!

Jane

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So what is the final decision on where were are meeting, and is the plan still 6:00-6:45?

If there is no decision yet, My final schedule will form to whatever Jane says in her next post.

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I just got in from where ever it is I've been. Let's see...

I think that 6:00 - 6:30-ish p.m. on Thursday in the "only public place designated at the Championship event is the food service area on the atrium level at the convention center."

For those who attended last year and remember the area, is there room for us to manage without getting in the way of others? There would be no giveaways or speeches planned, unless that changes between now and then. We could mingle for a bit and maybe get a group photo for our 2012 non-planned unofficial Chief Delphi Web Hug. (That oughta be chaos, er, easy.)

Also, are there events now planned that I'm overlooking? Speak up, please. Don't hold back. :)

That's my suggestion now, taking into consideration any posts following this one that may object and have a valid reason. Any changes made - please post in this thread.

I also like Don's suggestion and Joe's suggestion in this thread. Please read them, I'm too tired to link. And remember, the Web Hug is no excuse to be late to a prior commitment, such as a Qualifying Match. Seriously.

Jane

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I think its is a great idea. There is lots of room there and we won't be in the way. I'm not sure why its called the food service area, there are no venders there.

I am posting a picture of the spot in CD Gallery.

See everyone Thursday night 6-6:30ish!


Edit: Picture not approved by mods yet, but here is the floorplan
http://explorestlouis.com/wp-content...evel2-2011.pdf

The location is at the top of the escalator closest to the pits where the text says "Second Floor Atrium"

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I liked the guest book concept this year. Thursday was insanely busy for me this year (7:51pm match!), but I still stopped by Friday.