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IMPACT HIGHER EDUCATION
We're bringing together minds of all kinds to dive into the frontiers of artificial intelligence. We invite you to explore the applications, considerations and advantages of AI in academia. From pedagogy to education, from how we learn and what is taught. Join us for this novel game-changing hackathon where students work alongside university faculty, staff, and decision makers!
FEBRUARY 7-9, 2025
159 W 25th ST
NEW YORK NY
36-HOURS OF INNOVATION.
ABOUT
AI is influencing education, administration, research, and students. This unique event includes students and professionals: AI builders, decision makers, and those tasked with leading the frontier of AI for Education. Join us for three days of inspiration, education, and impact through a highly facilitated hackathon where students hack alongside professors & professionals addressing challenges. Envision and implement AI solutions to best serve academia, student populations, and the day-to-day experience. Interdisciplinary collaboration at its finest. Faculty, researchers, and leadership from multiple institutions, 100+ students hacking side-by-side = one incredible weekend.
Under the guidance of dozens of AI experts, coordinated by hackathon organizers with a decade+ of experience, expect the unexpected in this carefully curated opportunity.
FOCUS AREAS
Over this weekend, ~200 students and professionals from diverse disciplinary backgrounds will develop a range of ideas and skills as they address challenges in the hackathon’s focal areas.
Federated Learning: The Future of Collaborative Learning
Imagine if AI models could learn from millions of examples across different schools, hospitals, or companies - without ever seeing each other's sensitive data. That's the magic of federated learning! In this challenge, you'll pioneer the future of privacy-preserving AI collaboration.
AI Voices & Agents: The New Educational Ensemble
What if learning wasn't just about talking TO an AI, but creating an entire ensemble of AI voices and agents that work together? Imagine conducting a choir of AI agents, each with their own expertise, personality, and role in the learning process!
Reinventing Human-Computer Interaction: AI Meets Physical Motion
What if we could break free from keyboards and mice? Using AI vision systems and simple wearable markers (rings/bracelets), create novel ways for humans to interact with computers that feel natural, intuitive, and maybe even magical!
Creative AI in Education: Next-Gen Learning Experiences
Imagine learning experiences that dynamically generate music, motion, 3D models, and video to explain concepts! Create tools that help educators and students generate rich, interactive educational content that goes beyond static text and images.
AI + Reality: The New Learning Environment
Transform physical learning spaces and objects into interactive, AI-enhanced educational experiences! Create solutions that bridge the gap between digital intelligence and tangible learning.
AI Innovation: Empowering Education Leaders
Create tools that help faculty and administrators predict, plan, and adapt curriculum based on industry trends, student outcomes, and institutional goals.
AI Sports Evolution: Beyond Traditional Analytics
Develop cutting-edge AI-driven applications to optimize administrative processes in large institutions. Participants are tasked with creating solutions that leverage real-time data analytics, machine learning for predictive modeling, or AI-driven user interfaces to enhance decision-making and resource management. The goal is to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and foster a better user experience. Projects should consider user experience, scalability, and real-world applicability to ensure they can be effectively implemented in large business and institutions settings.
Scaling Web Accessibility Training Across Distributed Teams
Empower teams across the university to create more inclusive digital experiences through an AI-powered Socratic tutor. By guiding staff with tailored, thought-provoking questions, this scalable tool will help ensure web accessibility issues are identified and fixed—making digital spaces more usable and equitable for people with disabilities while supporting long-term compliance goals.
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Hover over schedule events to learn what's recommended (★), what's mandatory, where to submit registration, team content and for mentors, access to our teams list + locations.
MONDAY
Team Formation
5:30-7PM
Join this virtual, facilitated session to meet the 100+ participants and form teams ahead of the weekend.
TUESDAY
Team Formation
6-7:30PM
Join this virtual, facilitated session to meet the 100+ participants and form teams ahead of the weekend.
WEDNESDAY
Tech Primer
5:30-6:30PM
Join this virtual session to learn about & access to the github repo's, LLMs, and resources. Led by Ayham Boucher, Head of AI Innovation at Cornell Unviersity
FRIDAY
Check-in & Networking
2:00PM
Visit sponsors, network, connect with your team, and get settled in for an amazing weekend.
Day Concludes
9:00PM
Bring your laptop, pen or pencil, and get ready to work with your team in this accelerated event.
Fast-Start Workshop
4:30PM
MANDATORY IN-PERSON
Hackathon Intro + Kick-Off
3:30PM
MANDATORY
Dinner
6:15PM
CHIPOTLE!
SATURDAY
Breakfast Opens
8:45AM
Mentor Training
10:15AM
Mentors join us in the SkyCourt for this primer.
Team Updates
10:30AM
MANDATORY IN-PERSON!
One member from each team will report on team's need / areas of assistance.
Mentor Training
2:15PM
Mentors join us in the SkyCourt for this primer.
Team Updates
2:30PM
MANDATORY IN-PERSON!
One member from each team will report on team name, one-liner and needs.
Pitch Workshop
Join Rose + Tushar for a quick rundown on How to Pitch like a Pro and demo FAQs.
6:30PM
Dinner
6:00PM
Day Concludes
Join Rose + Tushar for a quick rundown on How to Pitch like a Pro and demo FAQs.
10:30PM
Lunch
12:30PM
NAYA!
SUNDAY
Breakfast & Team Submissions Due
9:00AM
1st Round Demos Kick-Off
Room assignments will be released here by 9AM Sunday morning.
9:30AM
FULL TEAM
MUST BE PRESENT :)
Hackathon Retrospective
11:30AM
Bring your laptop!
We're doing a live-retro commonly used in Agile to recap a sprint, using Miro.
Lunch
11:00AM
Jimmy Johns!
Final Demos
FULL TEAM MUST BE PRESENT :)
12:15PM
Celebration
2:30PM
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