@d505508769d5d06a37c2cf76d618c2ca6dcd765a4dc67b0eb6076b9042131ccb [Posted on DevHub](https://near.social/#/devgovgigs.near/widget/Post?id=1690) ## Idea: Claremont Blockchain Club Campus Proposal # Claremont Blockchain Club- Claremont Mckenna College ### Proposal for NEAR Campus Program ## Claremont Blockchain Club Overview The Claremont Blockchain Club is open to all students interested in Blockchain, Crypto, and Web3 across all 5 Claremont Colleges. Our goal is to educate and mobilize students interested in this technology by meeting with industry professionals and gaining hands-on experiences within the field. The club hopes to continue growing this upcoming school year and placing more graduating students in blockchain-related careers. ### Objectives Our participation in the NEAR Campus Program aligns with the following objectives: - Be a bridge between students of the Claremont Blockchain Club and the NEAR ecosystem. - Actively participate in the NEAR ecosystem through Near Campus activities, including educational workshops and guest lectures. - Encouraging members to contribute to open-source Web3 projects actively. - Fostering a collaborative culture. ## Implementation Plan & Activities ### Formation of NEAR Node Establish a dedicated NEAR agenda within Claremont Blockchain Club to coordinate NEAR Campus activities: - Workshops and Courses: Host educational workshops covering Web3 basics and explore the possibility of advanced courses tailored to specific Web3 frameworks. - Guest Lectures and Discussions: Lectures and panel discussions with NEAR and other guests. - Signing up Club members for mentorship with NEAR specialists and organizing two online 1:1 or group sessions. - Internship and Placement Programs: Organize online and/or in-real-life job fair, where members can learn about internships and/or job placement opportunities. - Bootcamp on Rust and NEAR ecosystem (Remotely and/or IRL) - A Crypto Investing Fund: Learn about the crypto market by getting hands-on experience investing in the market. ### Following up with the activities: - Progress Feedback: The club and Near campus team will engage in follow-up calls to monitor progress in achieving the objectives outlined in this proposal. - Mapping Improvement: Gather feedback from members and stakeholders to continuously improve our NEAR Campus initiatives. - Tracking the path: Generate periodic reports highlighting achievements, successful projects, and lessons learned from participating in NEAR Campus activities. ### 3-Month Plan: Claremont Blockchain Club's Engagement in NEAR Ecosystem **Months 1-3 (Fall): Awareness and Education** #### Activities: - Establish the Claremont NEAR Node as an official NEAR Campus participant. - Host an introductory webinar on NEAR Protocol for club members and the academic community. - Organize workshops on blockchain fundamentals and NEAR-specific features. 1 IRL and 2 online per term. - Develop educational materials and resources related to NEAR for distribution. **Months 3-6 (Spring): Community Building and Partnerships** #### Activities: - Host guest lectures and panel discussions with NEAR industry experts. - Initiate partnerships with NEAR-related projects or startups for internships. **Overall KPIs:** - Community Engagement: Monitor the level of engagement within the members and NEAR ecosystem (For example, attendance in the NEAR-focused activities). - Impact: Measure the percentage of participants who reported an improved understanding of the web3 and NEAR ecosystem. (If there is a lack of understanding, we can organize more workshops and online 1:1). This 3-month plan outlines a structured approach for the Claremont Blockchain Club to actively engage with the NEAR ecosystem, fostering education, research, and community growth while contributing to the NEAR Campus initiative. Regular monitoring and reporting will ensure the achievement of set objectives and the overall success of the club's involvement with NEAR.