Re: If FIRST didnt return???
 

I think we all could work for NASA with Dave.

Re: If FIRST didnt return???
 

i think the best way to sum this all up is to say, let us pray that the day may never come

also in responce to working with Dave, i can't see myself looking good in a hawaiian shirt like he does all the time, lol

Re: If FIRST didnt return???
 

If FIRST were to end... I would go on to use my talents elsewhere. Look at my pict... I spend a lot of time with Habitat for Humanity learning new skills and making the community a better place.

So, it would be a transition of talents for me from one good thing to another!

Re: If FIRST didnt return???
 

Bah....

Forget making a NEW robotics program. We should all overrun an existing robot org that has similar values of FIRST - BEST.

http://www.bestinc.org/

Started in 93... cheap... small... not too bad, eh...

From the web site:
BEST stands for "Boosting Engineering, Science, and Technology." The BEST program is based on an annual robotics competition of teams from high schools and middle schools. It is designed to teach teamwork, problem solving, project management, and pride in task completion within the constraints of a short time period and limited physical resources. Through partnerships of participating schools with corporate sponsors, youth teams are supported by mentors who serve as positive role models for the next generation of scientists, engineers, and technologists. The goal is to demonstrate the excitement of advanced technical careers to young people who are nearing decisions on college plans. Team membership is open to all interested students, and participation is without fee to the students or the schools.

History page says it is based of of some class by some guy at MIT... goofy named guy.... something like flowers or woody....

Re: If FIRST didnt return???
 

I would go on a hunger strike.

ok, maybe not, but I would help anyone willing to start it up again.

Re: If FIRST didnt return???
 

"FIRST is gone" That would be the last thing i want to think about... and there is no way there will be the word "End" in FIRST's Dictionary... :)

Re: If FIRST didnt return???
 

Interesting.
I don't know what the heck I would do if FIRST didn't return. One thing is for sure, there will be the FIRST effect. The inspiration would continue, recognition would increase, and the focus on science and technology would increase in importance. I'm not just talking about robots, computers, and machines, I'm talking about biology, physics, chemistry, etc. All fields of science.

Personally, I highly doubt that such a thing would happen, but I will always remain skeptical of the future.