Community Sound Lab for Civic Engagement- By Micah Ford

by Jessica Doe

$600.00
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* Typical cost of capstone projects (including registrations, travel and supplies) is about $1200.

* I am trying to raise $600 as family and school will cover the rest.

Goals for My Fundraiser:

Supporting my capstone project

* I plan to pursue the project though participation in TSA activities like competitions and community service. *

The Technology Student Association (TSA) is a national Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) that helps students explore STEM through hands-on projects, competitions, and leadership opportunities.

What is ‘Community Sound Lab for Civic Engagement’

A project that establishes a community-driven sound lab where students and local leaders collaborate to create innovative audio content focused on informing and inspiring democratic participation.

Components:

Workshops in sound technology and acoustic design

Creation of podcasts and interactive sound installations

Collaboration with local civic groups

Community outreach events.

Why I am pursuing this project (My why)

I am a ‘Relationship Builder’ personality type person with strong ‘advocate’ business potential.
I’m super into making cool sound tech for music and I’m really good at it, too. So, I thought, why not use this passion to shake things up in tech education and make a real difference in the world? Imagine, our work in tech could actually help make democracy even better..

My plan of action: Competitions and Activities

Career Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) to join:

TSA – Technology Student Association (TSA) is the primary CTSO for tech-focused students, offering competitions and projects that emphasize innovation, teamwork, and leadership in technical fields.

FBLA – Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) focuses on developing business acumen, leadership, and communication skills, which complement the student’s goal of innovating tech education and advancing democratic processes.

Competitions

TSA – Audio PodcastingThis introductory TSA competition leverages digital audio and storytelling, aligning well with the Community Sound Lab’s focus on sound and civic engagement.

FBLA – Community Service Project

This introductory FBLA competition encourages engaging with the community through a service project. It directly supports building civic engagement skills critical to the Community Sound Lab.

TSA – Music ProductionThis introductory TSA competition focuses on creating original music. It builds technical production and creative skills essential for curating and enhancing the auditory aspects of the passion project.

FBLA – Business PlanThis advanced FBLA competition requires developing a detailed business plan, a key component in planning, scaling, and sustaining the Community Sound Lab project.

Community Service:

Community Sound Lab Workshop

Why it fits: This activity applies the skills gained from competitions to a real-world setting. It leverages audio and project planning skills to design an engaging workshop for local community members.

Implementation: Plan and organize interactive workshops at a local community center in zip code 30038 during the Spring semester; sessions include sound recording, editing, and civic storytelling.

Skills Development: Event planning, community engagement, audio technical skills, leadership

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