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Bubble 3.0.0 Code Published / Launch ComingJanuary 22, 2010

Bubble 3.0.0 now successfully emulates it's predecessor, Bubble 2!

The code has been published, and will continue to be hosted, on Google Code. The software is entirely written in Java and is Open-Source.

We welcome extensions and/or modifications to the Bubble software, or even just creative ideas. If you're a coder looking for something to do, check out the "Issues" section on Google Code. There are a few bugs and feature requests that could give you something to do over a week or so. If you're the creative type, but not the coder type, feel free to simply submit new Issues to the Google Code page.

In related news, Bubble 3.0.0 will be launched on the 25th, when the touch-screen monitor is supposed to arrive. Come in on the night of the 25th or in the days following and check out the new interface.



Posted by Tyler at 4:23 PM | Comments (0)
New Officers for 2010December 5, 2009

Congrats to the new ACM Officers:



Posted by Clifton at 1:57 AM
Officer ElectionsNovember 29, 2009

We're electing officers for 2010, and we need you! Stop by Lopata 5 on Friday, December 4th at 7 PM if you're interested in running or if you want to have your say in who runs the group next year.



Posted by Clifton at 9:15 PM
Course Registration DiscussionNovember 9, 2009

It's that time of the semester again! Registration for Spring 2010 begins next week, so we're holding our bi-annual Course Registration Discussion:

Wednesday, 11/11 at 7 PM
Lopata 5 - Outside the lounge
Food and knowledge will be free



Posted by Clifton at 7:43 PM
FIRST LEGO Girl Scouts Mentoring ProgramOctober 19, 2009

This is the Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri's first year working with the FIRST LEGO League program that helps teach young people the fun of science and discovery. They need mentors to help the individual teams as a subject expert and general helper. Children identify most with people who are like them, young and intelligent.

What is the FIRST LEGO League Program?
An international competition featuring real world challenges that helps introduce young children (Ages 9-14) to science and engineering. The students learn by doing research, basic programming, building robots and public speaking. This year's theme "Smart Move" focuses on transportation. The children compete through a robot game activity and presentation of a research project. Core values are emphasized throughout the program to foster a complete learning environment.

Why Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri and FIRST Robotics?
When looking at the statistics for girls and women in the areas of science and engineeering the results are quite disturbing. To help change the direction of girls in our area The Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri formed 5 girl-only teams to compete in the St. Louis Area FIRST LEGO League program.

How can I help?

How much time does it take?
Teams meet weekly for an hour or two. Mostly on weekends with one team meeting on Monday afternoons.
Teams are already formed and team meetings will last from now until the end of November. Should teams advance past the qualifier in November your assistance may be needed but all of these teams are in their first year.

Where are do the teams meet?
1) Wellston School District - 2 Teams
2) South St. Louis City
3) Kirkwood
4) Central West End

What should I do if I am interested?
E-mail Toure Jones (FIRST LEGO League Project Coordinator) at tjones@girlscoutsem.org or call at 314.592.2376 as soon as possible to begin meeting with a team.



Posted by Clifton at 4:50 AM