Florida Atlantic University set its first official speed record in the International Human Powered Submarine (HPS) races in June 1991. In 2005, FAU competed in the 8th International Submarine Races, returning to the competition after a long absence. The team was awarded second place for “Best Overall Performance”; won the “Smooth Operator” award for the team with the most consistent performance, successful troubleshooting and ability to race the course; and placed third for overall speed.

The students made significant improvements, but still raced with the original sub that was used fifteen years ago. So the time has come for FAU to build a new boat, and that’s why the FAU HPS team needs your help.

We, the class of ’67, challenge you and every other OE class to support the FAU OE HPS team in the International Submarine Races.

Contributions are needed as soon as possible so that they are available to help with FAU’s entry in 2007. A win in the races next year would be great for our collective reputation and will reflect alumni support for one of the many remarkable innovations from the OE program at FAU.

Best to all of you,

Class of ’67 – Dick Asher, Barry Bates, Lou Brown (in memory), Tom Dade, Tom Metz (almost a 67er), Dee Pendley, Russ Smith and Rikki Wells

For more information, contact Davida Fiore, Coordinator of OE Research Programs and Services, at (954) 924-7275 or dfiore@seatech.fau.edu.