FIRST 2009 – Chairman’s Award
This video was played at the Georgia Dome at the FIRST 2009 Robotics competition. The clock was based on an award designed by Dean Kamen.
FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) was founded by inventor Dean Kamen to inspire young people’s interest and participation in science and technology. Based in Manchester, New Hampshire, FIRST is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity.
As a volunteer-driven organization, FIRST is built on partnerships with individuals as well as businesses, educational institutions, and government. Some of the world’s most respected companies provide funding, mentorship time and talent, and equipment to make FIRST’s mission a reality. As a team coach, you join over 90,000 committed and effective volunteers who are key to introducing close to 250,000 young people to the joy of problem solving through engineering.