2020.12.01
The Camp for Designing the Future for high school students was held online on Monday, November 23 (a national holiday).
Marking its 10th anniversary this year, the "Camp for Designing the Future" was planned as a place for participants, meeting for the first time, to share their diverse knowledge and wisdom and to think experientially about the "ability to execute" that leads to the future. Communicating with fellow campers while tackling open-ended problems gives rise to flexible ideas and flashes of inspiration.
While usually held in August during the summer vacation, this year it was held online in the fall to prevent the spread of COVID-19. In addition to the customary matching original T-shirts, original virtual backgrounds unique to the online format were provided, creating a sense of unity even in the remote workshops.
On the day of the event, 104 high school students from all over Japan were divided into five workshops, where they proactively engaged in discussions and creative projects with faculty members and SFC students.
The high school students, who were initially a bit awkward in the virtual space, soon warmed up as they engaged in heated discussions during group work, demonstrated their creativity to the fullest with limited materials to produce their works, and shared their thoughts and ideas with their team members. They worked together, inspiring one another.
By meeting new friends, fostering exchange, and being exposed to the unique perspectives and ways of thinking at SFC, it became a day for them to take a step forward into the future.
Posted by: General Affairs Section, Shonan Fujisawa Campus (SFC) Office