Welcome to the official web site for all the FIRST programs in Illinois and Northwest Indiana!
Here you can find information about FIRST events, teams and more. Also included are the critical links you will need to understand FIRST and the programs in your area.
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2012 MIDWEST REGIONAL • MARCH 22-24
UIC Pavilion • Chicago, Illinois
The Midwest Regional is Open to the Public - Admission is Free!
The FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) Midwest Regional is an intense three-day event showcasing robots designed, developed and operated by teams of high school students. Fifty-two FRC teams from seven different states will be competing at UIC Pavilion in this year's game challenge REBOUND Rumble. With many of its winners going on to win the World Championship Title, the MWR has become one of the most competitive regionals in the country.
To read about the 2012 Game Challenge REBOUND Rumble, click here - Game Description.
To see how the game is played, click here - Game Animation.
The main goal of the Midwest Regional is to show that science and engineering can be exciting and fun by providing a spectator-friendly competition environment that has the feel of both a major sporting event and a rock concert, complete with special lighting, music, a large video wall, and energetic announcers. The Midwest Regional, like all FIRST Robotics Competition events, is free and open to the public!
More information about the Midwest Regional can be found on the Midwest Regional info page here.
  
FIRST - For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology
FIRST was founded in 1989 to inspire young people's interest and participation in science and technology. Based in Manchester, NH, this not-for-profit public organization designs accessible, innovative programs that motivate young people to pursue education and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math, while building self-confidence, knowledge, and life skills.
The founder, Dean Kamen, is an inventor, entrepreneur, and tireless advocate for science and technology. His passion and determination to help young people discover the excitement and rewards of science and technology are the cornerstones of FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology). To learn more about FIRST, its robotics programs, and the FIRST community, click here.
FIRST has 4 programs that vary by age and challenge. Click below or on the Menu at the left side of this page for information about each program within the State of Illinois.
FIRST is a volunteer run organization that gets its support from contributions to individual teams and events by way of financial or personal time donations. If you are interested in more information about supporting a FIRST team or an event, send us an email at
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