Nemesis’s 7th Annual Sponsor Night

In the midst of statewide freezing temperatures, excitement filled Robbinsville High School (RHS) as sponsors, politicians, and community members converged at Nemesis’ 7th Annual Sponsor Networking Night. The event provided the opportunity for attendees to converse, watch engaging presentations, and drive Nemesis’ 2018 award winning robot, Fury, all while partaking of the delectable snack options set out by the team. Not only is it an opportunity for sponsors to network among themselves and learn about the team's previous season, it is an opportunity for Nemesis to show appreciation.

The night began with pairs of students greeting and introducing themselves to invited guests. After attendees were greeted, the Build and Marketing Teams offered presentations on their respective subteams. On behalf of the Build Team, senior executives Rahul Sawant and Richa Mandrekar provided a detailed explanation of the 2019 FIRST Robotics Competition Game Challenge, explained the functions of common robot parts, and even gave a sneak peak of Nemesis’ 2019 prototype. After a tour of the RHS Technology Lab, students answered technical questions, and provided an in-depth analysis of the six-week build season.

Across the hall, senior Likhitha Patlolla and juniors Noel Varughese and Michael Lim wowed the audience with their presentation showcasing Nemesis’ extensive community outreach followed by a  recap of Nemesis’ highly successful 2018 competition season. The team highlighted their most recent outreach event, a LEGO drive to support the STEM camp curriculum and supplies donated to children of the Center for Panamanian Women.

In addition to the presentations, attendees jumped at the opportunity to drive Nemesis’s 2018 competition robot. There was more excitement to be found as everyone watched the Nao humanoid robot perform complex dances and show off its mathematical skills. Attendees appreciated the opportunity to mingle and ask questions of the students in small personal groups.

In 2007, Nemesis began as a 14 member team. Nemesis is currently a 60 student strong nonprofit organization. Nemesis takes great pride in their technical accomplishments and community outreach efforts. None of this would be possible without the support of Robbinsville High School, their sponsors, and the community.

Nemesis is a 501(c)(3) organization and would like to thank their sponsors: Navair, Robbinsville High School, Picatinny Arsenal, Lockheed Martin, DoDStem, Bristol-Myers Squibb, CCL Label, Investors Foundation, New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists, Robbinsville Education Association, Sharbell Development, RAS, Robbinsville Education Foundation, Princeton Sports and Family Medicine, EAG Laboratories, DesignTree, CCC, Gilbane, Triangle Copy, SkyLink Technology, Inc., Coldwell Banker, and the family and friends of Nemesis.