Annual Report - Society of Economic Geologists
Annual Report - Society of Economic Geologists
Annual Report - Society of Economic Geologists
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6. Geoquiz – Wanderers Golf Club<br />
Date: 17/10/2013<br />
Attendance: 130<br />
The annual Geoquiz is a fun evening directed towards concluding the year on a high note. As in<br />
previous years, this event is an outstanding success and whilst the quiz itself is a learning curve for<br />
students it also provided an opportunity for them to socialize with guests on a casual level.<br />
Due to its great success the Geoquiz will be held in the Wanderers Country Club for the first time in<br />
an attempt satisfy demand. Participants are comprised <strong>of</strong> students from all years <strong>of</strong> study,<br />
academics from both Witwatersrand University and the University <strong>of</strong> Johannesburg as well as<br />
geologists from industry. Teams are divided according to level <strong>of</strong> geological knowledge in order to<br />
keep the playing field fair. This encourages teams <strong>of</strong> strangers to consolidate and come together in<br />
order to stand a chance win the coveted title <strong>of</strong> “Geoquiz Champion for the year”.<br />
The night includes a three course meal, drinks and prizes. To attend this function a nominal<br />
participation fee <strong>of</strong> R30 per member, R40 per non-member and R60 per academic/industry<br />
participant. The funds collected are reserved for the start <strong>of</strong> the next year when the new SAS-SEG<br />
committee takes over.<br />
Sponsorship received:<br />
Leapfrog – R5000<br />
Wirsam Scientific & Precision Equipment – R2000<br />
GSSA – R2000<br />
CCIC – R2000<br />
TECT – R2000<br />
Shango Solutions – R1000<br />
Red Dog Scientific Services – R1000<br />
SAFECO – 130 hard hats<br />
GeoExplore Store – Prizes for the Geoquiz.<br />
Geoquiz – Wanderers Golf Club.