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Young Scientists to Showcase at UC
32nd Annual UC Regional Science Fair This Saturday
Written By Christian Bochicchio '12, PR Intern
Students from eight area schools compete for scholarships, prizes
Contact - cleogrande@utica.edu
Utica, NY (03/26/2010) - Utica College will host nearly 70 of the area’s most creative young scientists on Saturday, March 27, at the 32nd annual Utica College Regional Science Fair.The fair is held each year in order to stimulate an active interest in science and engineering while providing an educational experience and public recognition to talented students. Two groups of students, junior high (7-8) and high school (9-12), from schools across Oneida County will compete for the top prize. Their projects, which have already been declared winners of their high school science fair, will be critiqued by a panel of over 60 judges from various scientific backgrounds.
The 2010 participating schools are: Clinton Junior-Senior High School, Donovan Middle School, John F. Kennedy Middle School, Perry Junior High School, Poland Junior-Senior High School, Rome Catholic High School, Strough Junior High School, Thomas R. Proctor High School and Whitesboro High School. Students in each age group will enter their projects into one of three categories – physical science, natural science, or math/computer/engineering.
The grand prize winner from the senior level will receive a scholarship of two years at half tuition at Utica College, in addition to a trophy, certificate, and chance to compete at the national science fair. The senior level grand prize runner-up will receive a one-year scholarship at half tuition to UC, as well as a trophy and certificate. The junior level grand prize winner will receive a $500 scholarship for one year at UC, a trophy and certificate. Also, the top three exhibits in each category for their respective level will receive a check for $75, $50, or $25.
The public is invited to view the exhibits and speak with the contestants from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Library Concourse. Awards will be presented at 3 p.m.
For additional information, call Kristin Phelps at (315) 792-3057.