MESA Day 2008
Event is This Friday, May 9!
MESA Day is a celebration of students’ innovation, hard work, and interest in science, technology, engineering, and math. MESA Day provides a fun and exciting opportunity for over 250 diverse 6 th-12 th grade students to design and build projects, compete against their peers, and learn by doing. They also receive the chance to visit a college campus and interact with college students, professors, and industry professionals like you! Time and time again, our MESA Day evaluations show adult judges and activity leaders on MESA Day are the most influential reasons why they enjoy the event and feel like they can pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, or math. To learn more about Oregon MESA's mission and who we serve, click here.
When and where is the event?
Friday, May 9, 2008
Portland State University
Peter Stott Center
Formal Event Times: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Volunteer Times: 7:00am – 4:00pm
In what events do student participate in?
MESA Day competitions include:
- Trebuchet
- Balsawood Bridge
MESA Day hands-on activities include:
- Discovery Center
- Math Scavenger Hunt
- Egg Drop
- Straw Rockets
How much time do I need to contribute?
Give as little as two hours! Although this is a day-long event, we require only a minimum of two hours. You can however, volunteer as long as you like! Volunteer opportunities range from 7:00am until 4:00pm.
Volunteers needed for the following times:
► 7:00am-9:00am Set Up & Registration (Filled)
► 9:00am-11:00am Registration & Support
► 10:00am-12:15pm Event Support
► 11:00am-1:00pm Lunch
► 12:00pm-2:15pm Event Support
► 2:30pm-4:00pm Clean Up
Do I need special training?
We prefer event supporters who have a background in science, technology math, or engineering; this is not required though. Assisting in any event or anywhere else does not require any technical skills, but your wiliness and dedication are greatly needed.
What would I be doing?
Helping us make sure that MESA Day goes off with out a hitch! We have a variety of options that meet your needs and skills. Volunteer duties listed below.
Volunteer Opportunities:
- Set Up/Clean-up: Make our event beautiful and well organized.
- Registration: Get teachers and students all squared away in our morning push to provide them with all the essential tools for the day.
- General Support: Not particular to where you want to volunteer, important areas like getting students t-shirts to helping foot traffic need you! This is the soul of the event.
- Event Support: Interact with students and judges to ensure students get everything they need to be successful in the event. Make sure students are following the rules, provide positive support to students, and assist judging their final product.
Sounds fun! How do I sign up?
Please let us know if you can lend a hand, what activity you're interested in, and what times you are available by filling out the online MESA Day Volunteer Registration Form. You can mail, fax, or email it to:
MESA PO BOX 751 Portland, OR 97207
Fax: 503-725-4680
jljones@cecs.pdx.edu Lead Sponsors 
Support Sponsors
On-Site Activities Sponsor
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