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Originally Posted by marshall
I predict that in 50 years there will no longer be a bag day. 
In all seriousness, I think programming is going to get a lot easier in the next 5-10 years, manufacturing will get easier in the next 10-15, and beyond that, I'm not sure.
While it might sound bleak, I hope that in 50 years FIRST is no longer necessary and doesn't exist because we as a society have integrated these ideas of valuing science, technology, math, and engineering into our educational system in a more fundamental way and we are preparing students to become professionals who take pride in their work, collaborate across boundaries, and work to raise the level for everyone in the world.
A boy can hope can't he? |
Although it may not be necessary, it should still be around. Where else would kids go that want to do extracurricular activities that aren't "the norm". It shouldn't go away, but be accepted just like football/soccer/basketball is right now. Some of the most fun I had as a high-schooler was in FIRST (I also played tennis and basketball).