To make participation easier and more exciting for all who attend, we have coordinated three events! We plan to include an opportunity to learn about regional science educational resources. You may wish to present material, attend a session, or participate on a discussion panel. In addition, we will have other exciting science-related activities. Here is the targeted list (some of these utilize www interactions!):

• Electric and hybrid vehicles: Cars, even possibly a SEGWAY to ride!
• Working fuel cell demonstrations! Take apart computers!
• Trebuchet and robot open invitational competitions
• Fun science and engineering accomplishments forum
• Aquatic biology presentations and forum
• Digital photography open invitational
• Local industries in engineering and science
• University engineering and science program representatives
• Science and engineering education forum

In addition, winners will receive significant awards, the opportunity to travel to national meetings and national recognition, as will their teachers, schools, and communities. In 2003, one high school student from Oregon received $75,000 in scholarships and awards at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair in Cleveland, Ohio, and several other students received thousands of dollars as well! In this day of financial challenge, this is a bright star! (While attendance costs are minimal, financial support to attend this event is available for those in need. See the above web pages for more details.)

Fields include all sciences (biological, social, physical, and mathematics) and technologies (including computers and robots). Individual and team entries are permitted.

Teachers: Only you can make it possible for your students to participate in these events! Please contact sciencefair@3sigmainstitute.org for more details!

Best regards,

David Hackleman,
Linus Pauling Chair, Chemical Engineering, Oregon State University

Questions?

E-mail sciencefair@3sigmainstitute.org for more information.