[ITT-staff] Make-a-Thon March 4th

[Adams, Joshua]

Good Evening,

I know it is late notice, but I wanted to pass this on to everyone who may have interested students in participating.  Helder, the link for pricing in the FAQ doesn't seem to be working, do you have that information?  If there are any student teams, I will talk to the foundation to see if we can get their registration sponsored.

http://www.northbaymakeathon.com/

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Make-A-Thon about?
The North Bay Make-A-Thon is a 14 hour party for innovation...

Where?
The Make-A-Thon is being held at SOMO Village
1400 Valley House Drive, Rohnert Park CA 94928

When?
The Make-A-Thon starts at 6am on Saturday the 4th of March and runs straight on through to 6pm, followed by 2 hours for judging and project presentations.

Who can participate in the Make-A-Thon competition?
The Make-A-Thon is open to all students of all ages. The public is also invited to participate. There are no age limits and submissions will be curated based on their creativity, originality and utility. Participants under 18 will be need special permission and supervision. Read more [Student and Teacher link]

How many people can be on a team?
Typically, teams are comprised of 4-6 members, however this is not a set requirement. Feel free to work with as many people as you are comfortable with!

Can we register as a team?
First, you and all your teammates should purchase tickets individually on Eventbrite.  Then, register your team on the event webpage so that we can assist you to have all of the materials and tools you will need to complete your make. Registering your team on the event webpage also helps find additional team members and get judges and the public excited about your Make.

What if I don't have a team?
No worries! We will match people into teams at the beginning of the event.

I don't have an idea yet. What should I do?
Keep those creative juices flowing. If you still don't have an idea at the time of the event, our sponsoring partners will be on-board to help brainstorm and mentor projects.

I'm a beginner. Should I still participate?
Totally! We encourage people of all skill levels to come and learn! We have tons of mentors, teachers and experienced makers to help out. Our main goal is to provide resources and focus on everyone learning something new at the weekend!

Should I be starting on my project right now?
Nope! In the spirit of Make-A-Thon, we're asking participants to avoid bringing projects that have already been started. That being said, any useful files (CAD, code, etc.) and documentation is highly encouraged.

How much does it cost for me to participate in Make-A-Thon?
Check out the ticket prices here [Eventbrite link]. Price of tickets includes food, drinks and fun. We will have tons of raw materials and tools on hand. If you have specific materials in mind that you need, shoot us an email and we will do our best to have them on hand.

Do we need to be there the entire 14 hours?
No.  If your team is able to create their project in 2 hours that's great!  If you would like to go home for a few hours and rest, that works too.

How long is Make-A-Thon?
The event is 12 continuous hours on Saturday, March 4th starting at 6am. Due to supervision restrictions, there will be some limitations on using the shop tools and large machinery. Teams are free to go home or step out for fresh air.

What training do I need to participate in Make-A-Thon?
All participants who are interested in using the wood and metal shops, CNC routers, and laser cutters will require the oversight and help of our machine shop attendants. Sign up early to receive key information on orientation classes from Chimera Maker Space, Sonoma County Libraries and additional workshops.


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Josh Adams, MBA
Dean, Business and Professional Studies
[cid:3364978133_612873]
1501 Mendocino Ave | Santa Rosa, CA | 95401
tel (707) 524-1731
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