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George Hacks Innovation Hackathon 2025
Leadership Roles Registration Form
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Hackathon Overview
George Hacks is a student-led organization at The George Washington University that provides students a platform to engage in problem-based, interdisciplinary healthcare innovation for social impact. We host two annual events (Kogan Makerspace and the Innovation Hackathon) that challenge students of all disciplines to engage their design-thinking skills for change.
Title: George Hacks Innovation Hackathon
Date (NEW): Saturday, March 1 - Sunday, March 2, 2025
Location: The George Washington University - Science and Engineering Hall
Theme: Global Sustainable Design with a special focus on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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Theme Overview
More information on the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals available here.
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Description of Roles
Problem Statement Developer: Create a problem statement for Hackathon participants to prototype. Problem statements should align with the 2025 theme, Global Sustainable Design with a special focus on the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
For additional reference, please view the Problem Statement Deck from 2024.
Judge: Evaluate and provide feedback on teams’ final solutions in the demo and pitch rounds on the second day of the Hackathon.
Mentor: Guide participants in their development of their prototypes.
Workshop Leader: Host a workshop on your field of expertise and relevant to the Hackathon.
Sponsor (financial, in-kind, etc): Support the Hackathon or the George Hacks organization.
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For the previous question, if you selected "Other," please describe your field of expertise
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Notice for Prospective Problem Statement Developers
In the next section, we highly encourage you to choose one of the options that combines the role of Problem Statement Developers with Mentor and/or Workshop Leader as you will be able to provide additional guidance to teams who choose your problem statement.
Further, please note that not all problem statements will be chosen by the George Hacks EBoard. Further, it is up to the teams to choose which problem statement they would like to prototype for the Hackathon. Not all problem statements will be chosen by teams.
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Problem Statement Developer
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Problem Statement Developer
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Please choose ONE track that your problem statement will be categorized within.
Problem statements will be presented in their corresponding tracks to participants on Day 1 of the Hackathon.
Please create your problem statement in regards to health in the context of the theme of the track you choose.
Details on Tracks:
Information on: United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals
Track 1: Problem statements in Track 1 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: No Poverty (SDG 1), Zero Hunger (SDG 2), Quality Education (SDG 4), Gender Equality (SDG 5), Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10).
Track 2: Problem statements in Track 2 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6), Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7), Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8), Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (SDG 9), Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11)
Track 3: Problem statements in Track 3 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12), Climate Action (SDG 13), Life below Water (SDG 14), Life on Land (SDG 15)
Track 4: Problem statements in Track 4 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions (SDG 16), Partnership for the Goals (SDG 17)
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Please describe a healthcare related problem of interest that relates to the track you chose.
(Example: "Access to equitable mental health treatments is necessary...")
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Please provide context pertinent to understanding the problem and the vision. Describe who experiences the problem, their needs, and the global impact of the problem.
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Please describe the project requirements and what you hope the solution will look like. If known, explain the user value that should result from work on this project.
Ex: "Design a system level intervention to increase the accessibility to mental healthcare for those in underrepresented populations..."
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Ex: "Intervention to increase access to mental healthcare"
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Do you grant permission for participant(s) to continue developing the problem statement you or your affiliation submits outside of the Hackathon (potentially for monetary gain, etc)? Please answer "Yes," "No," or describe your thoughts.
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REQUIRED - Please confirm that you will be able to attend the Opening Ceremony on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 10 AM ET to present your problem statement. (Please arrive/join at least 10 min prior to the start time). (In person and Zoom option available)
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OPTIONAL - We invite you to attend the Awards Ceremony on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 3:30 PM ET. (In person and Zoom option available)
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Please review your submission before completing the survey
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Judge
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Judge
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Please confirm your availability for Sunday, March 2, 2025 from 10:30 AM ET to 3:00 PM ET (in person) to serve as a Judge in the Demo and Pitch Rounds. (Please arrive at least 10 min prior to the start time).
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OPTIONAL - We invite you to attend the Opening Ceremony on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM ET (In-person and Zoom option available)
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OPTIONAL - We invite you to attend the Awards Ceremony on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 3:30 PM ET. (In person and Zoom option available)
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Please review your submission before completing the form
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Mentor
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Mentor
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Please confirm that you will be able to serve as a Mentor from 12 PM ET - 4 PM ET (in person) on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Lunch will be served at 12 PM.
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Additionally, if you would like to support the teams (in person) on Day 2 (Sunday, March 2, 2025), please list your availability between 9 AM ET - 1:30 PM ET.
Breakdown of Time (Sunday, March 2, 2025)
- 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Team prep time for Demo and Pitch judging rounds
- 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM: Demo Round (teams demonstrate prototypes to judges)
- 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Prep for Pitch Round (teams prepare to showcase presentation to judges)
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OPTIONAL - We invite you to attend the Opening Ceremony on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM ET.
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OPTIONAL - We invite you to attend the Awards Ceremony on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 3:30 PM ET.
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Please review your submission before completing the form
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Workshop Leader
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Workshop Leader
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Please specify a 30 min to 2 hour timeframe anywhere between 1 PM ET and 9 PM ET on Saturday, March 1, 2025 to host your workshop.
We will use the information you provide to schedule your workshop time.
Please specify if you plan to host your workshop in person or virtually. Please arrive at least 10 min prior to the start time.
Ex: 10 AM ET - 10:30 AM ET, in person
*Times must be in Eastern Time
/
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Workshop Information
In this section, describe the workshop you plan to host. We encourage workshop leaders to speak on their expertise as well as relate to the mission of the Hackathon. Potential workshop topics include:
Product development
Presentation/pitching a solution
Technical aspects (programming for app/website development, physical prototyping, etc)
2025 Hackathon theme (Global Sustainable Design with special focus on UN's SDGs)
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Describe the workshop topic you are interested in leading and title of workshop
/
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OPTIONAL - Please upload any slides/videos you plan to use for your workshop
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OPTIONAL - We invite you to attend the Opening Ceremony on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM ET (In-person and Zoom option available)
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OPTIONAL - We invite you to attend the Awards Ceremony on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 3:30 PM ET. (In person and Zoom option available)
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Please review your submission before completing the form
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Problem Statement Developer and Mentor
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Problem Statement Developer and Mentor
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Problem Statement Developer
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Problem Statement Developer
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Please choose ONE track that your problem statement will be categorized within.
Problem statements will be presented in their corresponding tracks to participants on Day 1 of the Hackathon.
Please create your problem statement in regards to health in the context of the theme of the track you choose.
Details on Tracks:
Information on: United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals
Track 1: Problem statements in Track 1 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: No Poverty (SDG 1), Zero Hunger (SDG 2), Quality Education (SDG 4), Gender Equality (SDG 5), Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10).
Track 2: Problem statements in Track 2 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6), Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7), Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8), Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (SDG 9), Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11)
Track 3: Problem statements in Track 3 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12), Climate Action (SDG 13), Life below Water (SDG 14), Life on Land (SDG 15)
Track 4: Problem statements in Track 4 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions (SDG 16), Partnership for the Goals (SDG 17)
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Please describe a healthcare related problem of interest that relates to the track you chose.
(Example: "Access to equitable mental health treatments is necessary...")
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Please provide context pertinent to understanding the problem and the vision. Describe who experiences the problem, their needs, and the global impact of the problem.
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Please describe the project requirements and what you hope the solution will look like. If known, explain the user value that should result from work on this project.
Ex: "Design a system level intervention to increase the accessibility to mental healthcare for those in underrepresented populations..."
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Ex: "Intervention to increase access to mental healthcare"
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Do you grant permission for participant(s) to continue developing the problem statement you or your affiliation submits outside of the Hackathon (potentially for monetary gain, etc)? Please answer "Yes," "No," or describe your thoughts.
/
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Mentor
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Mentor
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/
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Please confirm that you will be able to serve as a Mentor from 12 PM ET - 4 PM ET (in person) on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Lunch will be served at 12 PM.
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Additionally, if you would like to support the teams (in person or virtually) on Day 2 (Sunday, March 2, 2025), please list your availability between 9 AM ET - 1:30 PM ET.
Breakdown of Time (Sunday, March 2, 2025)
- 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Team prep time for Demo and Pitch judging rounds
- 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM: Demo Round (teams demonstrate prototypes to judges)
- 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Prep for Pitch Round (teams prepare to showcase presentation to judges)
/
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REQUIRED - Please confirm that you will be able to attend the Opening Ceremony on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 10 AM ET to present your problem statement.
Please arrive/join at least 10 min prior to the start time.
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OPTIONAL - We invite you to attend the Awards Ceremony on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 3:30 PM ET. (In person and Zoom option available)
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Please review your submission before completing the form
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Problem Statement Developer and Workshop Leader
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Problem Statement Developer and Workshop Leader
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Problem Statement Developer
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Problem Statement Developer
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Please choose ONE track that your problem statement will be categorized within.
Problem statements will be presented in their corresponding tracks to participants on Day 1 of the Hackathon.
Please create your problem statement in regards to health in the context of the theme of the track you choose.
Details on Tracks:
Information on: United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals
Track 1: Problem statements in Track 1 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: No Poverty (SDG 1), Zero Hunger (SDG 2), Quality Education (SDG 4), Gender Equality (SDG 5), Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10).
Track 2: Problem statements in Track 2 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6), Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7), Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8), Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (SDG 9), Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11)
Track 3: Problem statements in Track 3 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12), Climate Action (SDG 13), Life below Water (SDG 14), Life on Land (SDG 15)
Track 4: Problem statements in Track 4 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions (SDG 16), Partnership for the Goals (SDG 17)
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Please describe a healthcare related problem of interest that relates to the track you chose.
(Example: "Access to equitable mental health treatments is necessary...")
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Please provide context pertinent to understanding the problem and the vision. Describe who experiences the problem, their needs, and the global impact of the problem.
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Please describe the project requirements and what you hope the solution will look like. If known, explain the user value that should result from work on this project.
Ex: "Design a system level intervention to increase the accessibility to mental healthcare for those in underrepresented populations..."
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Ex: "Intervention to increase access to mental healthcare"
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Do you grant permission for participant(s) to continue developing the problem statement you or your affiliation submits outside of the Hackathon (potentially for monetary gain, etc)? Please answer "Yes," "No," or describe your thoughts.
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Workshop Leader
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Workshop Leader
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Please specify a 30 min to 2 hour timeframe anywhere between 1 PM ET and 9 PM ET on Saturday, March 1, 2025 to host your workshop.
We will use the information you provide to schedule your workshop time.
Please specify if you plan to host your workshop in person or virtually. Please arrive at least 10 min prior to your start time.
Ex: 10 AM ET - 10:30 AM ET, in person
*Times must be in Eastern Time
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Workshop Information
In this section, describe the workshop you plan to host. We encourage workshop leaders to speak on their expertise as well as relate to the mission of the Hackathon. Potential workshop topics include:
Product development
Presentation/pitching a solution
Technical aspects (programming for app/website development, physical prototyping, etc)
2025 Hackathon theme (Global Sustainable Design with special focus on UN's SDGs)
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Describe the workshop topic you are interested in leading and title of workshop
/
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OPTIONAL - Please upload any slides/videos you plan to use for your workshop
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REQUIRED - Please confirm that you will be able to attend the Opening Ceremony on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 10 AM ET to present your problem statement. (In person and Zoom option available)
Please arrive/join at least 10 min prior to the start time.
'Oops! something went wrong.',
OPTIONAL - We invite you to attend the Awards Ceremony on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 3:30 PM ET. (In person and Zoom option available)
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Please review your submission before completing the form
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Mentor and Workshop Leader
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Mentor and Workshop Leader
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Mentor
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Mentor
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Please confirm that you will be able to serve as a Mentor from 12 PM ET - 4 PM ET (in person) on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Lunch will be served at 12 PM.
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Additionally, if you would like to support the teams (in person) on Day 2 (Sunday, March 2, 2025), please list your availability between 9 AM ET - 1:30 PM ET.
Breakdown of Time (Sunday, March 2, 2025)
- 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Team prep time for Demo and Pitch judging rounds
- 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM: Demo Round (teams demonstrate prototypes to judges)
- 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Prep for Pitch Round (teams prepare to showcase presentation to judges)
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Workshop Leader
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Workshop Leader
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Please specify a 30 min to 2 hour timeframe anywhere between 1 PM ET and 9 PM ET on Saturday, March 1, 2025 to host your workshop.
We will use the information you provide to schedule your workshop time.
Please specify if you plan to host your workshop in person or virtually. Please arrive at least 10 min prior to the start time.
Ex: 10 AM ET - 10:30 AM ET, in person
*Times must be in Eastern Time
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Workshop Information
In this section, describe the workshop you plan to host. We encourage workshop leaders to speak on their expertise as well as relate to the mission of the Hackathon. Potential workshop topics include:
Product development
Presentation/pitching a solution
Technical aspects (programming for app/website development, physical prototyping, etc)
2024 Hackathon theme (health equity and responsible design)
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Describe the workshop topic you are interested in leading and title of workshop
/
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OPTIONAL - Please upload any slides/videos you plan to use for your workshop
'Oops! something went wrong.',
OPTIONAL - We invite you to attend the Opening Ceremony on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM ET (In-person and Zoom option available)
'Oops! something went wrong.',
OPTIONAL - We invite you to attend the Awards Ceremony on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 3:30 PM ET. (In person and Zoom option available)
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Please review your submission before completing the form
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Problem Statement Developer, Mentor, Workshop Leader
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Problem Statement Developer, Mentor, and Workshop Leader
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Problem Statement Developer
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Problem Statement Developer
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Please choose ONE track that your problem statement will be categorized within.
Problem statements will be presented in their corresponding tracks to participants on Day 1 of the Hackathon.
Please create your problem statement in regards to health in the context of the theme of the track you choose.
Details on Tracks:
Information on: United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals
Track 1: Problem statements in Track 1 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: No Poverty (SDG 1), Zero Hunger (SDG 2), Quality Education (SDG 4), Gender Equality (SDG 5), Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10).
Track 2: Problem statements in Track 2 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6), Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7), Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8), Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (SDG 9), Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11)
Track 3: Problem statements in Track 3 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12), Climate Action (SDG 13), Life below Water (SDG 14), Life on Land (SDG 15)
Track 4: Problem statements in Track 4 should address an idea for improvement in health related to any of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions (SDG 16), Partnership for the Goals (SDG 17)
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Please describe a healthcare related problem of interest that relates to the track you chose.
(Example: "Access to equitable mental health treatments is necessary...")
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Please provide context pertinent to understanding the problem and the vision. Describe who experiences the problem, their needs, and the global impact of the problem.
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Please describe the project requirements and what you hope the solution will look like. If known, explain the user value that should result from work on this project.
Ex: "Design a system level intervention to increase the accessibility to mental healthcare for those in underrepresented populations..."
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Ex: "Intervention to increase access to mental healthcare"
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Do you grant permission for participant(s) to continue developing the problem statement you or your affiliation submits outside of the Hackathon (potentially for monetary gain, etc)? Please answer "Yes," "No," or describe your thoughts.
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Mentor
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Mentor
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/
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Please confirm that you will be able to serve as a Mentor from 12 PM ET - 4 PM ET (in person or virtually) on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Lunch will be served at 12 PM.
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Additionally, if you would like to support the teams (in person or virtually) on Day 2 (Sunday, March 2, 2025), please list your availability between 9 AM ET - 1:30 PM ET.
Breakdown of Time (Sunday, March 2, 2025)
- 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Team prep time for Demo and Pitch judging rounds
- 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM: Demo Round (teams demonstrate prototypes to judges)
- 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Prep for Pitch Round (teams prepare to showcase presentation to judges)
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Workshop Leader
Please complete this section if you would like to serve as a Workshop Leader
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Please specify a 30 min to 2 hour timeframe anywhere between 1 PM ET and 9 PM ET on Saturday, March 1, 2025 to host your workshop.
We will use the information you provide to schedule your workshop time.
Please specify if you plan to host your workshop in person or virtually. Please arrive at least 10 min prior to the start time.
Ex: 10 AM ET - 10:30 AM ET, in person
*Times must be in Eastern Time
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Workshop Information
In this section, describe the workshop you plan to host. We encourage workshop leaders to speak on their expertise as well as relate to the mission of the Hackathon. Potential workshop topics include:
Product development
Presentation/pitching a solution
Technical aspects (programming for app/website development, physical prototyping, etc)
2024 Hackathon theme (health equity and responsible design)
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Describe the workshop topic you are interested in leading and title of workshop
/
'Oops! something went wrong.',
OPTIONAL - Please upload any slides/videos you plan to use for your workshop
'Oops! something went wrong.',
REQUIRED - Please confirm that you will be able to attend the Opening Ceremony on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 10 AM ET to present your problem statement. (In person and Zoom option available)
Please arrive/join at least 10 min prior to the start time.
'Oops! something went wrong.',
OPTIONAL - We invite you to attend the Awards Ceremony on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 3:30 PM ET. (In person and Zoom option available)
'Oops! something went wrong.',
Please review your submission before completing the form
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Sponsor
If you are interested in sponsoring the hackathon, please complete the official sponsorship form
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Thank You
Thank you for your interest in sponsoring our Hackathon and/or George Hacks. We will be in touch shortly with more information.
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Thank you! 🙌
Thank you for signing-up to support the 2025 George Hacks Innovation Hackathon! We will be in touch shortly with more information.