The Kent State University at Tuscarawas Engineering Technology Department held the Regional Bridge Building Contest for area high school students on Feb. 21. Students participated from the following Cyber Club schools: Claymont High School, Dover High School, Strasburg High School, New Philadelphia High School and Tuscarawas Valley High School. Dakota Kirtley won first place and Nick Gauding was the second place winner. Both students are from Tuscarawas Valley High School.

The submitted entries were judged by members of the Tuscarawas Valley Society of Professional Engineers. All participants were awarded a participation certificate. Forty-six bridges submitted with students participating either in a group or as individuals with a total of 48 students. All students were given a participation award. In addition, the first and second place winners will be given the opportunity to compete in the International Contest to be held in Chicago, IL. 

Media Contact:
Pam Patacca, 330.308.7473
ppatacca@kent.edu
Dr. Kamal Bichara, 330.339.3391 ext. 47457
Kent State University at Tuscarawas
February 22, 2013