UC Davis Aggie Hack 2023

We are delighted to announce Z by HP as our primary sponsor for the upcoming hackathon event. As part of their generous sponsorship, Z by HP will be providing participants with an engaging business case challenge, where the best solutions will be rewarded with substantial cash prizes.

We are equally pleased to have Google Cloud as our secondary sponsor. By utilizing Google's innovative tools and resources during the hackathon, participants will gain valuable insights from a company renowned for its cutting-edge technologies and commitment to inclusivity, while also having the opportunity to win attractive prizes.

What can you anticipate from our hackathon event?

• Collaborative Teamwork: You will have the opportunity to work with two or three like-minded individuals to address a business case.
• Guidance and Resources: Mentors and various resources will be available to assist you throughout the event, culminating in a presentation of your solution to a panel of esteemed judges.

Additional benefits:

• Skill Development: Whether you're exploring a new programming language, tackling a business challenge, or mastering a specific software platform, the hackathon offers a hands-on learning experience.
• Portfolio Enhancement: The completed project can be added to your resume as a testament to your problem-solving skills and creativity.
• Networking Opportunities: Engage with fellow participants from the Graduate School of Management, forge valuable connections, and potentially discover your next job or business partner. The networking potential alone makes this hackathon a worthwhile endeavor.

Event Timeline

The closing ceremony will be an in-person event at Parklab Gardens, San Francisco. The winners of the Hackathon will be announced during this event.

Prizes

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Grand prizes sponsored by Z by HP:

• Grand Champion Award: $3,000 per team, max $1200 per person
• Stellar Striving Silver Award: $2,000 per team, max $800 per person
• Bronze Brilliance Award: $1,000 per team, max $500 per person

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Prizes sponsored by Google Cloud:

• Analytics Excellence Award (Best Use of Looker Studio)
• Diversity Champion Award (For most diverse team)
• Creative Story Spinner Award (Best deck)

Build Your Team

Build a diverse team of two (minimum) to four (maximum) students from the GSM community. To have a team of four, you need to collaborate with at least one MBA student. The collaboration of MBA and MSBA students would be recommended to have the required interdisciplinary skills within the team to tackle the problem statement.

Sign up today and join us for an unforgettable experience! We can't wait to see what the Aggies will create!