NERDo and his sister NERDette are great friends of Team 2337! They travel all over the world to spread the word of FIRST, and tell others about the importance of science, technology, engineering, and math! NERDo and NERDette love to visit Schools, go on vacations with their friends' families, and most of all, attend FIRST® Robotics events!
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The Admiral Visits Myers Elementary School
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Third and Fourth Grade students at Myers Elementary school in Grand Blanc had an opportunity to see The Admiral in action during an outdoor assembly. Several students were able to operate the robot, and everyone got an up-close look at all of the EngiNERDs awesome engineering. The Grand Blanc High School Robotics Team plans on visiting more elementary schools in the district before the conclusion of the 2012 school year. |
EngiNERDs win Kettering District competition
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After two days of intense competition, Team 2337 emerged victorious at the 2012 Kettering University District Competition for the first time in their 5-year history.
At the close of Saturday’s qualification, the NERDs were seeded in the top position, and chose an alliance of Team 33, the Killer Bees from Notre Dame Prep in Auburn Hills and Rookie Team 4294, StarTREC from SRT & The Early College at Lansing Community College in Saginaw. Working as an effective alliance, the three teams won the competition after seven well-played matches. If you missed the competition, you can watch video of all of the Kettering District Competition's matches on FIRST in Michigan's YouTube Channel. |
Photo Credit: Kettering University
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Alumni and Mentor BBQTo celebrate five years of making it "Cool to be a NERD", Team 2337 is hosting a BBQ! All former members, Alumni, and Mentors are invited to attend!
Food, pop, and water will be provided, along with games, volleyball, and other entertainment. Please bring a lawn chair! |
Engineering Inspiration Award Winner
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Team 2337 was honored with the FIRST® Robotics Competition District Engineering Inspiration Award. This award celebrates a team's outstanding success in advancing respect and appreciation for engineering and engineers, both within their school as well as in their community. The Engineering Inspiration Award is the second highest honor that FIRST® bestows on Teams.
The EngiNERDs were recognized for their efforts in robot performance, philanthropic efforts, demonstrations, workshops, Going Green and global outreach with NERDo and NERDette. The Team will now go on to compete for the Engineering Inspiration Award at the Michigan State Championship in April. |
Welcome to Rebound Rumble!
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2 alliances of three teams compete against each other on the field which is called the Court. During the first 15 seconds, known as the Hybrid Period, robots are controlled either autonomously or one of the robots on each alliance can be controlled by using the Microsoft Kinect. After this time, drivers of each team assume the controls of their robot. Teams score points by shooting foam basketballs into one of four hoops on their side of the court. Then teams can also score points by getting on bridges and balancing on it either by them self or with another robot on their alliance. On the middle bridge, one robot from each alliance tries to balance on it cooperatively to earn coopertition points.
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Photo Credit: Underwriters Laboratories
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Safety "Star of the Day" Team 2337's Safety Captain, Jordan Nickola, received the Underwriters Laboratory “Safety Star of the Day” during the Friday portion of the Kettering District Competition. She was given this honor for her immense knowledge in the area of Safety, and her ability to handle emergency situations in a safe and effective manner. Due to Jordan’s safety training, the Team also received the “Hard Hat” award for overall safe operations.
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District Chairman's Award Video Submission
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Team 2337 applied for the Chairman's Award at the Northville District Competition. Watch our Chairman's video here.
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Governor Snyder Wishes The EngiNERDs Luck
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Governor Snyder responded to the EnigiNERDs wishing them luck in their competitions and supports FIRST in Michigan on behalf of the state of Michigan. The EngiNERDs would like to thank him for his support.
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2012 Dean's List Nominees
Photo Credit: Mike Orr
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Lauryn Watkoske
Lauryn was recognized as a Deans' List Nominee for her efforts as Chassis Student Section Leader. As a third-year student and two-year Section Leader on the Team, Lauryn personifies every aspect of the ethos of FIRST®, and encourages her Teammates (both Students and Mentors alike) to learn new skills, always do their best, and treat each other fairly. Lauryn has shown a capacity to be sensitive to others, while promoting high-quality work and guiding her colleagues in a manner that never settles for less, but unwaveringly reflects Gracious Professionalism. |
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Mike Hasselbach
Michael Hasselbach has been selected as a Dean's List Nominee for leading the way in quality work and innovative CAD methods. It is through his efforts as CAD Student Section Leader that designing parts and assemblies virtually prior to fabrication has become a production standard on Team 2337. He has assisted in creating successful, knowledgeable Team members and his dedication over the last two years has been outstanding. Mike has created a culture where CAD work is respected and desired, and has truly inspired his peers and has helped them recognize the value in doing CAD work as the forefront of production |
Photo Credit: Team 2337
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Extra Life wristbandsSupport Team 2337's efforts to raise money for Children's Miracle Network at Hurley Hospital through our Extra Life 24-hour gaming marathon with a donation of $1.00 or more, and receive one of these awesome wristbands!
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Help "without" BarriersThe EngiNERDs, FIRST Team 2337, is fabricating real competition barriers
(GE-12058) for the 2012 Game - Rebound Rumble. As part of our outreach effort "Help Without Barriers", $10.00 of each barrier will be donated to Faith, an honorary EngiNERD who is suffering from an undiagnosed genetic disorder. 
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Thanks for your support!The EngiNERDs would like to extend a very sincere THANK YOU to everyone who helped support our efforts to raise funds for Children's Miracle Network at Hurley Medical Center in Flint. Our First Annual Extra Life gaming marathon raised over $1,700 for children and families in need, and without your assistance, it would not have been possible.
Our Extra Life gaming marathon was host to more than 50 students, mentors, friends, and family from four FIRST Robotics Teams, representing more than six schools. Want to make a donation, but weren't able to prior to the gaming marathon? Extra Life is still open to accept donations, so please head over to our fundraising page by clicking on the icon on the right. |
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"Strategy Dictates Design" Workshop
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To help Teams develop a game strategy that is adapted for their specific abilities and needs, the EngiNERDs are hosting an interactive, hands-on workshop the day after FIRST Kickoff. Veteran and Rookie Teams are invited to attend, and will gain valuable knowledge about strategy, and have the opportunity to build their Kit of Part (KoP) Chassis.
What: A workshop designed to help teams develop a game-specific strategy for their 2012 FIRST Robotics Competition Robot, and to assist teams in creating a fully functional, moving chassis. When: Sunday, January 8 10:00am to 1:00pm - "Strategy Dictates Design" Seminar 1:00pm to 2:00pm - Lunch Break 2:00pm to 5:00pm - Kit of Parts Chassis Hands-On Workshop Where: Kettering University's International Room
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Want to Join us for Extra Life?
If you'd like to join the EngiNERDs at Premier Tooling Systems for our 24-hour gaming marathon for Extra Life, please register via the button on the left.
We want to have a controller and a place at a TV or Projector for each person who wants to participate, and we'll be using the RSVP information to determine how many stations to set up. Additionally, snacks and drinks will be provided for all participants, and we'll be asking for donations to cover lunch and dinner on Saturday.
We want to have a controller and a place at a TV or Projector for each person who wants to participate, and we'll be using the RSVP information to determine how many stations to set up. Additionally, snacks and drinks will be provided for all participants, and we'll be asking for donations to cover lunch and dinner on Saturday.
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2011 Robot Boot CampThe 4th Annual EngiNERDs Robot Boot Camp will take place on Monday, October 3, Tuesday, October 4, and Thursday, October 6, at Premier Tooling Systems, home of Team 2337.
For more information, or to register your team, please visit our Robot Boot Camp Information Page. |
EngiNERDs Team BBQInterested in joining the Robotics Team? Want to come have some good food and fun? Please join us for the EngiNERDs Team BBQ!
What: Food, Games and a Robot Demonstration When: Sunday, October 2, from 1pm to 6pm Where: Premier Tooling Systems, home of the EngiNERDs |
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2011 Kettering Kickoff Winner
Team 2337 went in to their fourth off-season competition eager to win in their home field and excited afterwards for their first time winning at Kettering.
Once again Rookie drivers Zach Orr and Jared Miles drove the robot showing that they were a force to deal with.
Team 2337 would like to thank the assistance of teams 548 Robostangs and team 326 for a fantastic win.
Once again Rookie drivers Zach Orr and Jared Miles drove the robot showing that they were a force to deal with.
Team 2337 would like to thank the assistance of teams 548 Robostangs and team 326 for a fantastic win.
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IGVC Competition WinnerTeam 2337 braved two hot summer days to participate in the FIRST Robotics Competition portion of the Intelligent Ground Vehicle Competition (better known as IGVC). Rookie drivers Zach Orr and Jared Miles drove the Team's 2011 robot to a competition-winning end. |