NCSA staff who would like to submit an item for the calendar can email newsdesk@ncsa.illinois.edu.
Visit go.illinois.edu/ideate2 for details.
Stuck inside and looking for a challenge? We've got you covered! In light of the recent campus restrictions, we want to offer a fun contest to our students. This is designed to get you to thinking about problems and opportunities facing society today, all from the comfort of your home. We’re encouraging students to think about innovative solutions to problems we are all facing right now, especially during this pandemic. These ideas can be simple life hacks or other creative ideas with the potential for commercialization or to become a business.
MOST UNIQUE/WILD IDEADo you have a wild idea that has potential to become a business?
BEST LIFE HACKDo you have a life hack idea that simplifies everyday life, especially during this pandemic?
BEST PANDEMIC-RELATED IDEADo you have an idea that would shine during COVID?
BEST CAMPUS INNOVATIONDo you have innovative ideas that would enrich Illinois campus life?
OTHERAny idea qualifies for this competition, so don't let the categories above limit your creativity!
Tuesday, Sept. 15, 7:00pm | Creativity Workshop
>>> Friday, Sept. 18, 1:00-2:00pm | Office Hours
Now through Sunday, Sept. 20 (11:59pm CDT) | SUBMIT YOUR IDEA!
Wednesday, Sept. 23 | Winners Are Announced!
Friday, Sept. 25, 1:00-2:00pm | Office Hours
Creativity Workshop RSVPgo.illinois.edu/creativity
Office Hoursgo.illinois.edu/fridays
Submit Your Ideago.illinois.edu/ideate
* Prizes will be deposited into your student account.
Note: These events are open to all enrolled UIUC students (all undergraduate & graduate students). All majors are encouraged to apply!