Mouser Empowers Next Generation of Engineers Through FIRST Robotics Competition Sponsorship

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Mouser Electronics announces its exclusive sponsorship of the Hall of Fame at the FIRST Robotics Competition Championship scheduled for April 20–23 in Houston. This event highlights the winners of the Chairman’s Award, which honors exemplary teams. The company has supported FIRST since 2014, contributing to various robotics competitions and providing grants for local high school teams. Mouser’s commitment to education emphasizes innovation and engineering skills for students globally.

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• Exclusive sponsorship of the FIRST Robotics Competition Hall of Fame enhances brand visibility.
• Long-term support for FIRST since 2014 demonstrates commitment to STEM education.
• Sponsorship could strengthen community relations and inspire future engineers.

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HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Mouser Electronics, Inc., the New Product Introduction (NPI) leader™ empowering innovation, proudly announces its exclusive sponsorship of the Hall of Fame at the FIRST^® Robotics Competition Championship, April 20–23 in Houston. The Hall of Fame showcases the previous winners of the FIRST Robotics Competition Chairman’s Award, which recognizes that year’s team that represents a model for other teams to emulate and best embodies the purpose and goals of FIRST. Mouser will also sponsor the FIRST Robotics Competition pits, where the teams set up camp to work on their robots during the competition.

Mouser Electronics proudly announces its exclusive sponsorship of the Hall of Fame at the FIRST Robotics Competition Championship, April 20–23 in Houston. (Photo: Business Wire)

Earlier this month, Mouser was a major presenting co-sponsor of the FIRST in Texas/UIL State Robotics Championships. Mouser also supports FIRST teams in its community, providing grants for local high school teams.

“Education has been a key facet of Mouser’s mission since our founding,” said Kevin Hess, Mouser’s Senior Vice President of Marketing. “We are very excited to once again sponsor the FIRST Robotics Competition, which we have proudly supported for years. The organization gives students around the world a platform for innovation, a chance to learn valuable engineering skills, and an opportunity to build character and self-esteem.”

Since 2014, Mouser has been a major supporter of FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), a leading student-serving nonprofit advancing science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Mouser sponsors FIRST virtual and live competitions at the local, regional, state, and international levels. Joining Mouser in the sponsorship is valued manufacturer partner Analog Devices, Inc.

Each FIRST Robotics Competition team receives access to a Kit of Parts system — including motors, batteries, a control system, a PC and a mix of automation components — with limited instructions. In a set amount of time, teams transform these various parts into working robots designed to perform specific tasks.

To learn more about how Mouser supports FIRST, visit https://www.mouser.com/first/.

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As a global authorized distributor, Mouser offers the world’s widest selection of the newest semiconductors and electronic components — in stock and ready to ship™. Mouser’s customers can expect 100% certified, genuine products that are fully traceable from each of its manufacturer partners. To help speed customers’ designs, Mouser’s website hosts an extensive library of technical resources, including a Technical Resource Center, along with product data sheets, supplier-specific reference designs, application notes, technical design information, engineering tools and other helpful information.

Engineers can stay abreast of today’s exciting product, technology and application news through Mouser’s complimentary e-newsletter. Mouser’s email news and reference subscriptions are customizable to the unique and changing project needs of customers and subscribers. No other distributor gives engineers this much customization and control over the information they receive. Learn about emerging technologies, product trends and more by signing up today at https://sub.info.mouser.com/subscriber.

About Mouser Electronics

Mouser Electronics, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is an authorized semiconductor and electronic component distributor focused on New Product Introductions from its leading manufacturer partners. Serving the global electronic design engineer and buyer community, the global distributor's website, mouser.com, is available in multiple languages and currencies and features more than 6.8 million products from over 1,200 manufacturer brands. Mouser offers 27 support locations worldwide to provide best-in-class customer service in local language, currency and time zone. The distributor ships to over 650,000 customers in 223 countries/territories from its 1 million-square-foot, state-of-the-art distribution facilities in the Dallas, Texas, metro area. For more information, visit https://www.mouser.com/.

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For further information, contact:

Kevin Hess, Mouser Electronics

Senior Vice President of Marketing

+1 (817) 804-3833

Kevin.Hess@mouser.com

For press inquiries, contact:

Kelly DeGarmo, Mouser Electronics

Manager, Corporate Communications and Media Relations

+1 (817) 804-7764

Kelly.DeGarmo@mouser.com

Source: Mouser Electronics, Inc.

FAQ

What is Mouser Electronics' role in the FIRST Robotics Competition Championship?

Mouser Electronics is the exclusive sponsor of the Hall of Fame at the FIRST Robotics Competition Championship from April 20–23 in Houston.

When is the FIRST Robotics Competition Championship 2022?

The FIRST Robotics Competition Championship is scheduled for April 20–23, 2022.

What does the Hall of Fame recognize at the FIRST Robotics Competition?

The Hall of Fame showcases previous winners of the Chairman’s Award, honoring teams that exemplify the goals of FIRST.

How has Mouser Electronics supported FIRST initiatives?

Mouser has supported FIRST by sponsoring competitions and providing grants to local high school teams since 2014.