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Walk-Up Contest
Triangle Tower Contest 2006

Description:

You will be given 2 sheets of paper and a 3 foot section of masking tape with the goal of building the highest structure from the floor up.

Rules/Procedure:

  • 1. All ages welcome.
  • 2. Competition is a walk up from 9:00a.m.-1:00p.m.
  • 3. The only materials that can be used will be provided and are:
       -2 sheets of regular 8 1/2" x 11" notebook paper
       -3 foot of masking tape
  • 4. Structure cannot be built ahead of time, everything must be done under the supervision of a UK student during 9am-1pm.
  • Judging:

  • Highest structure wins.
  • Will be measured from the ground to the highest point on structure 5 minutes after it is built to ensure stability.
  • Announcement of winner will occur at 1:30 pm.
  • Prizes:

  • The prize will be announced day of competition (eg, UK mug, or shirt).
  • The prize will be mailed later.
  • Contact Information:

    Jared Wright (859) 588-5824 jaredwright@uky.edu