Technology Discovery Day excites future scientists and engineers
More than 825 future scientists and engineers from 25 high schools throughout metro Detroit attended the 17th annual Technology Discovery Day hosted by the University of Detroit Mercy, Oct. 31 on the McNichols Campus.
Tech Day participants check out a Smart car in the Engineering & Science High Bay.
The event provides students the opportunity to learn and to generate stronger interest in engineering and science curriculum by proving to them that science is more fun than "most of us think." Students participated in such competitions as the Egg Drop, Rube Goldberg, Straw Tower and Toothpick Bridge, to expand and challenge their minds in the fields of science and engineering.
Other activities included the annual Chemistry Magic Show, sponsored by the students and faculty of the University's Chemistry Club, as well as displays from local companies and departments. The event was sponsored by Chrysler Corporation, Ford Motor Company, BASF and DENSO.
