As a group dedicated to fusing the arts, humanities, and sciences, SHTEAM Punks is a proud partner of the inaugural TWU Pioneer Robotics Invitational. This groundbreaking event, presented by the College of Arts and Sciences and the Computer Science Division, perfectly embodies our mission to break down academic silos and prove that innovation thrives at the intersection of diverse disciplines. We believe that a great robot is more than just code and gears—it's about creative design, compelling themes, and brilliant teamwork. That's why we're thrilled to support an event where students from nursing, fashion, history, and biology can compete alongside their peers in computer science.
To celebrate the teams that best exemplify this collaborative spirit, we are honored to sponsor a special award at the competition. The SHTEAM Punks Award for Interdisciplinary Excellence recognizes the team whose collaboration and final robot are a living example of our philosophy. Their creation is more than just a machine; it's a testament to what's possible when diverse perspectives from the arts, humanities, and sciences come together to solve a single challenge. The winners will receive a unique, custom-made interdisciplinary trophy to commemorate their achievement.
We believe a robot can be more than just a machine; it can be a story, a piece of art, and a testament to what's possible when different worlds collide. Our award recognizes the team that best fuses elements from the arts and humanities with their technical design. We look for:
• Creative Theme: A compelling concept or story behind the robot.
• Aesthetic Design: A robot that is visually interesting and thoughtfully constructed.
• Cross-Disciplinary Teamwork: Evidence that students from different academic backgrounds came together to solve the challenge.
Are you an English, Art, History, or Dance major with a great idea? This is your competition. SHTEAM Punks encourages you to grab a few friends from different departments and show the university what true interdisciplinary innovation looks like. We'll be there cheering you on!