SciGirls I 2016 - Day Eight

Breaking News......SciGirls I is in the building....repeat SciGirls I is in the building. SciGirls I reported to WFSU this morning to compile coverage of the first amazing seven days of the 2016 camp. This group of girls was shy by no means. One group was quickly whisked away to create a radio segment of a round table discussion. We hate to brag, but these future scientists were quite impressive. Not to be outdone, the second group of campers shuffled downstairs moments later to film a video presentation for the closing program on Friday night. Let's just say that the ability to "think on your feet" is an impressive skill set of the hosts and guests who volunteered to appear in front of the camera. The amount of patience and attentiveness of the behind-the-scenes operators should be commended also. Remarkable is the adjective that describes the magnitude of spunk of this lively group. Our visit concluded with a brief tour of the facility on the progression of radio and television. Thanks to the great group of ladies and gentlemen of WFSU who continue to share a moment of their time to help produce this phenomenal memory. Following such a great morning, it's only right that we make afternoon memories as well. With a brief visit to the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering, the girls had a chance to see the Concrete Canoe, Concrete Cornhole, and Steel Bridge that were entered into the 2016 ASCE Southeastern Student Conference. Audra Hayden (EGS) was accompanied by Kristine Obenour and Ashley Solek(both senior Civil Engineering students) to discuss the role of women in engineering. After Kristine and Ashley described the rules for the Concrete Canoe and Steel Bridge competitions, the girls had a chance to traverse the bridge and attempt to lift it. We then returned to the Maglab where the girls had an opportunity to create their own bridge structures complete with paper towel rolls, tape, and cardboard platforms. The competition was heated as the girls worked to create the structure that could hold the most weight. Amazingly, the winning structure named "Phillip" held 71 lbs. followed closely by "Pic of Bridge" with 70 lbs. We are so proud of the effort put forth in "Scarlet", "Star", "Totally Tubular", and "The Cage". It's hard to believe, but there are only two days left. Trekking over a mile, drinks you need to bring, but SciGirls will be refreshed in the afternoon springs!