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The Hawaii State Science & Engineerg Fair (HSSEF) is an enrichment program which stimulates interest in science & encourages entry into a science related career. Excellence of student achievement is recognized & rewarded. Students have the opportunity to interact with professional scientists & engineers in the program. Exhibits at school, district & state levels serve to educate the public about science & engineering. HSSEF is the oldest & largest science education program in Hawaii. Over 6,000 students participate in the science fair program each year, with about 400 reaching the HSSEF.

Location:

Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall

Dates:

04/06/2009 12:00 - 04/08/2009 19:00

Participating Organization:

Hawaii Academy of Science

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The Pacific Symposium for Science & Sustainability (PS3) provides a unique educational experience by bringing students from Hawaii & other Pacific Islands together to explore their common interest in the sciences. Students submit their original research papers for review. The students selected to compete present their papers during the concurrent sessions at the symposium. The PS3 is patterned after professional conferences & includes field trips & social events along with the presentation of papers.

Location:

University of Hawaii, Manoa Shidler School of Business

Dates:

12/05/2008 17:00 - 12/07/2008 16:00

Participating Organization:

Hawaii Academy of Science

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Qualifying rounds for the Hawaii State Regional Competition in December. Exact scheduling information TBA. For more information, contact Mr. Aaron Dengler, Punahou School, Phone: 808-943-3236 Email: adengler@punahou.edu Or Ms. Sara Tamayose, FIRST LEGO League coordinator, Phone: 808-833-0162 Email: stamayose@gmail.com

Location:

Imiloa Astronomy Center, UH Hilo, Hawaii Island

Dates:

11/22/2008 08:00 - 17:00

Participating Organization:

Robotics Organizing Committee (ROC)

Team Load-In, Inspection and Practice Rounds. A detailed team agenda can be found in the attachment.

 

The general public is invited to competition and awards events as follows:

Friday, December 5:

10:00 a.m. - Opening Ceremonies

10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Qualifying rounds

Saturday, December 6:

8:30 a.m. Opening Ceremonies/Awards

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon - Qualifying Rounds

12:15 p.m. - Alliance Selection Process

1:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Playoffs/Awards/Closing Ceremony

Location:

Hawaii Convention Center, Honolulu

Dates:

12/04/2008 14:00 - 20:00

Participating Organization:

Robotics Organizing Committee (ROC)

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Robotics Organizing Committee (ROC)

Description: 
The Robotics Organizing Committee (ROC) serves as the foundation of support for the six pillars of robotics programming in the state of Hawai'i: FIRST Robotics, Botball, FIRST LEGO League, VEX, Underwater ROV and Micro Robotics. Providing support in areas of fundraising, team development and professional development, ROC seeks to provide a long-term sustainable future for these successful programs. Community leaders are leading this charge to ensure the continued growth of robotics in our state.

More than 80 middle school and high school student teams from around the world will compete in the Inaugural VEX Robotics Pan-Pacific Championships. More than half of the participating teams are Hawaii-based, hailing from 5 islands. Students will compete in a series of elimination rounds culminating in the selection of one or more teams that will advance to the VEX Robotics World Championship, April 30-May 2, 2009 in Dallas, Texas. The public is invited to this admission free event.

Location:

Hawai`i Convention Center, Honolulu

Dates:

12/05/2008 10:00 - 17:30

Participating Organization:

Robotics Organizing Committee (ROC)

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STEM Jam is a challenge that encourages middle and high school and engineering students to test their abilities and innovating skills in the world of math and science. The co-organizer, Collin Kobayashi is an entrepreneur with a Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software training program that enables users to create 3-dimensional designs in a fun and innovative way. Mr. Kobayashi will present a half day workshop in which participants will learn how to use the CAD software. Each student will then design a product using CAD and a common theme.

Location:

Hawaii Pacific University, 1166 Fort Street Mall, Honolulu, Room FS 104

Dates:

11/08/2008 08:30 - 12:30

Participating Organization:

Hawaii Pacific University - Entrepreneurship Center

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Global Entrepreneurship Week (The Week) is a celebration of innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity.

The Week will bring together millions of young people across the globe through online and local activities and encourage them to think innovatively and unleash their ideas. Hawaii Organizing Partner, Hawaii Pacific University (HPU) and Lead Sponsor, High Technology Development Corporation (HTDC) are pleased to team with many university, foundation and industry partners to bring the Global Entrepreneurship Week to Hawaii on November 17-23, 2008.

Location:

Hawaii Pacific University, Honolulu and Hawaii Loa campuses, and online

Dates:

11/17/2008 08:30 - 11/22/2008 18:00

Participating Organization:

Hawaii Pacific University

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Winners of the Hawaii State Science Olympiad Finals Tournament will advance to this prestigious national competition. One hundred and twenty of the nation's leading Science Olympiad teams will compete in 46 events spanning the sciences, from chemistry, biology and physics to engineering, robotics and astronomy.

Location:

Augusta State University, Augusta GA

Dates:

05/15/2009 - 05/16/2009

Participating Organization:

Hawaii State Science Olympiad

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State Finals Tournament for Division B (grades 6-9) and Division C (grades 9-12). Tentative schedule posted at www.hsso.org 

Winners will advance to the national competition May 15/16, 2009 at Augusta State University, Augusta GA. 

Contact: hisciolympiad@hotmail.com

Location:

Leeward Community College

Dates:

03/07/2009

Participating Organization:

Hawaii State Science Olympiad

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