MORE THAN ROBOTS
Iron Claw is more than a group of students building robots. We are a team that continually strives to make a positive impact in our community.
OUR IMPACT
Every year, we conduct outreach at local elementary schools and community service events. We strongly believe that people should be able to pursue STEM regardless of their backgrounds, so we have expanded our outreach program to include community service events for people of disadvantaged backgrounds. As our outreach program further develops, we endeavor to maximize the impact of our efforts in the lives of future technology leaders.
“To build and foster a student-led environment where members develop the STEM, business, leadership, and collaborative skills crucial to innovation in society”
– Iron Claw Mission Statement
“Iron Claw didn’t just teach me robotics—it taught me how to think critically, collaborate with others, and handle high-stress situations. And honestly? That’s just as important as knowing how to build a good drivetrain.”
– 2025, Freshman, Adrian Hsu
“At my first competition, I was terrified to talk to other teams. Now, I can walk up to anyone, start a conversation, and even network like a pro. Robotics didn’t just make me a better engineer—it made me more confident.”
– 2025, Sophomore, Iliana Finney
“I joined thinking I’d just build robots, but I stayed because of the incredible community. This team is like a second family, and I’ve learned just as much from my teammates as I have from the actual engineering.”
– 2025, Sophmore, Roxanna Abdollahi
“Being part of Iron Claw has taught me way more than just robotics. I’ve learned how to manage projects, work with a team, and stay calm under pressure. Plus, I can now confidently explain why zip ties and duct tape are NOT real engineering solutions (most of the time).”
– 2025, Junior, James Smith
“If you had told me a year ago that I’d be designing parts, running CNC machines, and helping strategize for competitions, I wouldn’t have believed you. Now? That’s just a normal day in robotics.”
– 2025, Senior, Claire Mayder