I participated in the UTM Green DNA Bootcamp, organized by the UTM Green DNA Club, during the mid-semester break. The bootcamp lasted for 3 days and was conducted virtually through an online platform. I took part in all three days, from December 6th to December 8th, 2022. The primary objective of this bootcamp was to raise awareness about the importance of environmental preservation. In this event, I was a member of the organizing committee and took on the role of treasurer.
On the first day, our director, Goh Wei Bing, welcomed all the participants with a warm heart. He introduced himself and the rest of the committee members before delivering the opening ceremony speech for the bootcamp. During his speech, he briefly explained the activities planned for the next three days. To start things off, we engaged in ice-breaking games with the participants to foster better connections among everyone. This allowed us to get to know each other better and create a positive atmosphere. Following the ice-breaking, the bootcamp commenced with the first lesson led by our vice director, Tan Shean Nee. She covered the topic of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), providing participants with a clear understanding of these goals and their importance in community development.
Moving on to the second day, we continued with two topics: "Aquaponics" and "Composting." I presented the "Aquaponics" topic, while the director tackled "Composting." Given time constraints, we did our best to distill the core information for both subjects and deliver it effectively to the participants. This session held their attention, as these concepts were either entirely new to them or only vaguely familiar. Post-lesson, we divided participants into five groups, each guided by two committee members. We assigned a group discussion task, prompting them to reflect on what they'd learned during the lessons and compile their insights into presentation slides.
As we approached the final day, every group took turns presenting their slides and sharing their reflections on the bootcamp experience. Each group showcased their understanding remarkably well, sharing valuable perspectives. Group 4 particularly stood out, earning recognition as the best presenter. Wrapping up the bootcamp, we organized a brief quiz to assess participants' comprehension and consolidate their newfound knowledge from the past three days. Before concluding, we captured a group photograph that commemorated the successful completion of the event. The sense of accomplishment was shared among us, as we not only gained a wealth of experience as committee members but also expanded our knowledge through this enriching bootcamp.