Thread: How do you describe FIRST?
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Re: How do you describe FIRST?
I think FIRST in many respects, describes itself nicely-

"For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology"

FIRST in general is a non-profit organization designed to interest students in the real world possibilities of science and technology. However, unlike in a classroom where students are lectured, FIRST allows students to experience first hand what it takes to to design, fund, and manufacture a functional robot in a real-world scenario. By teaming up with teachers, mentors, and engineers, a complete robot must be drawn up and fabricated within 6 weeks with a given kit of parts, a list of acceptable hardware, and limited finances.

After the 6 week build period, robots are shipped off to any of 26 regionals to compete with over 800 teams from around the world. The spirit and commrodery of a FIRST event goes unmatched, as tens of thousands of students and mentors gather for a common goal- to change the perceptions of American life from competative pop culture to cooperative invention and innovation.
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