Monday

On Monday, students reviewed concepts mentioned in previous weeks as a review. They were then asked to take a random structure on campus and research it. Students came out of the activity with the ability to combine concepts previously learned. in the afternoon students worked on their posters and brochures for the Design Build Project. These posters and brochures concluded their findings. 

Monday Res-Life

This Monday, the talent show was a spectacular showcase of the diverse talents within the student body. Students took to the stage to perform a variety of acts, including singing, dancing, comedy, and more. The performances were met with enthusiastic applause and cheers from the audience. Even the RAs joined in on the fun, delivering their own entertaining acts. During the intermission, there was a thrilling game of word association with hot wings, adding an extra layer of excitement to the evening. The talent show was a true celebration of creativity and talent, leaving everyone content for the night.

Tuesday

On Tuesday, students continued working on the brochure and posters while gaining feedback from the cluster assistants. In their posters students discussed how they chose their blade and tower design with parameter studies, how there towers failed, and most importantly what they learned from the project.

Tuesday Res-Life

On Tuesday, Switch Night offered a delightful mix of games for campers to enjoy. Tea and meditation sessions were also offered helping some to unwind and find their inner peace. This was followed by a mini canvas painting activity, where students could express their creativity through art. The evening also featured a shaved ice station, providing a refreshing treat as well as lively game of bingo that brought out everyone's competitive spirit.

Wednesday

Today, the students spent most of the day refining and finishing their posters and brochures for their final presentation. After countless revisions and iterations to their posters and brochures, the whole class finished the deliverables for their project. Now, the hard part was done, and all they needed to do was practice as much as they could before the day of their presentation. Now, the students are one day closer to the end of their wonderful journey at COSMOS Cluster 4.

Wednesday Res-Life

Wednesday night was packed with creative and engaging activities. Students had the opportunity to learn and practice sewing and embroidery, creating unique pieces to take home. Line dancing sessions added a touch of fun and coordination, while a bedazzling station allowed students to personalize items with sparkle and flair. The evening also included a cereal bar and lodging café, where students could customize their cereal bowls with a variety of toppings, making for a fun and tasty end to the night.

Thursday

On the final full day of the program, the students of Cluster 4 each practiced their presentation and recieved feedback from each of the Cluster Assistants for their final Design and Build Project. After the presentations finished, they put all the skills they had accumulated over the past weeks to use in a speed build challenge, where they have 2 hours to construct a structure that will be tested on a mini-shake table. The students witnessed massive improvement since the first day, as all but one were able to last 30 seconds at natural frequency without collapsing.