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Lego Mindstorm robot challenge among others for National Engineers Week

In honor of the 2012 National Engineers Week the Brigham Young University Ira. A. Fulton College of Engineering and Technology will host interactive exhibits, competitions and tours for middle and high school students on Thursday, Feb. 23, 9-11 a.m. and 12-2 p.m. in the WSC Garden Court.

These events are free and open to the public.

The college will also host competitions based on engineering principles in room 3220 of the Wilkinson Center. There will be a college-aged competition level and a level for middle and high school students. Events include a Lego Mindstorm robot challenge as well as paper airplane, destructive tower and boat building competitions.

For a full schedule and details please visit etweek.et.byu.edu or contact Melissa Oldham at (801) 422-4315.

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