Why has 2012 been an exciting year for speed lovers?
2012 has been delightful for speed lovers of every kind. With the U.S. once again hosting the United States Grand Prix, the first since 2007, many can’t stop the excitement and noise about the races, the teams, the speed and the skills behind each win. Internap is very much part of all the excitement through the sponsorship of Sahara Force India, but today the levels of exhilaration have reached extraordinary peaks.
What new sponsorship is Internap announcing?
Internap is proud to announce that it is the newest sponsor of F1 Team Shift, a student-based team that will be representing the United States in the F1 in Schools World Championship this month in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Who is F1 Team Shift and what are they competing with?
F1 Team Shift members Kelly Fitzgerald, Anna Awald, Claire McCoy and Sabine Saldanha designed and built a CO2-powered, balsa-wood model of a Formula One racecar that will compete on a 65-foot track against student teams from 34 countries. During the championship, the team will also be judged on a verbal presentation, engineering interview, and the design and construction of a large team display.
What is the F1 in Schools program and why is it important?
The F1 in Schools program inspires students to study math, science and engineering concepts, and demonstrate leadership and the ability to work as a team. Some schools build the engineering program into their curriculum and students receive significant support. The members of Team Shift were not among them, as they did not receive special considerations from their school or from the state of Georgia. They managed the entire scope of the project outside of the classroom, at their homes and in a former teacher’s garage. Funding for the trip, materials and expenses are not easy on the families. However, Team Shift realized that they are not alone in their endeavor, as some Atlanta-based companies quickly decided to jump in to support them.
Why was supporting Team Shift a natural fit for Internap?
For Internap, it was a natural fit given the nature of the project and because Team Shift’s commitment to innovation, performance and dedication mirror their own approach to technology. They have had the opportunity to not only apply their engineering, technology and design skills but also learn the power of teamwork. These are lessons that inspire and are worth nurturing and shaping so that others overcome challenges to keep their goals continuously present.
Where can people follow Team Shift’s progress?
You can follow the team’s progress at https://f1-shift.com/ a website that was created and managed by the girls themselves, while being hosted and Powered by Internap.
Who is Internap cheering for in this global competition?
Internap is rooting for the girls as they take on competitors from all parts of the world!
