Girl Scouts + Cozmo

For those of you unfamiliar with the Girl Scouts, it is one of the longest-running youth organizations (over 100 years!) focused on leadership development for girls. With nearly two million members around the world, to say that it is the leading organization in this domain is an understatement.

One important area the Girls Scouts program focuses on is STEM. Members who participate in its STEM programs learn not only how to become better problem-solvers, but also how science, technology, engineering, and math can be used to make the world a better place.

Recently, we were fortunate enough to be invited to bring Cozmo to the Girls Scouts of Orange County’s second annual STEM Expo at California State University. There, 450 Girls Scouts, parents, and others were able to learn about Cozmo, his robotics technology, and how Code Lab and the SDK can be used in STEM education. Suffice it to say, Cozmo was a big hit.

We’d like to give a sincere thanks to everyone at the Girl Scouts of Orange County for giving us the opportunity to take part in their wonderful event. (And for the delicious Girl Scouts cookies!)

Prior to event starting, crowds of Girls Scouts, volunteers from ACM-W, and parents gathered outside in the warm SoCal sun.

The event was held at the Titan Student Union at California State University, Fullerton.

We’ve always loved Saul Bass’ classic Girl Scouts logo, and this updated version retains all of the original spirit, and more.

Michelle and her daughter playing with Cozmo before the event.

Who doesn’t love a table full of Cozmo?

Michelle demonstrating Code Lab to a group of captivated Girl Scouts.

What Cozmo experience is complete without a game of Keepaway?

There was a sense of wonderment every time a Girl Scout realized they could use program and control Cozmo using Code Lab.

Many of the Girl Scouts commented on how Cozmo felt so alive, and kept coming back to spend time with him.

Despite his best efforts, Cozmo lost quite a few games to the talented Girl Scouts.

That’s a wrap! 🙂

• Are you in the Orange County area and interested in volunteering or enrolling your child in the Girl Scouts? Visit their official website for more information.

• Click here to find out more about Cozmo Code Lab.

• Want to see what how others are using the Cozmo SDK? Make sure to visit the project showcase.