Innovation Challenge

Selected students will participate in an “Ideation” workshop, work in interdisciplinary teams, and compete for team prizes by providing an innovative solution to our industry partner PSEG LI. No prior experience necessary to apply. All participants receive AL credit and paid stipend up to 10 hours and -

CASH PRIZES FOR WINNING TEAMS:

• 1st Place=$1000
• 2nd Place=$500
• 3rd Place=$300

Selected 30 students will be able to participate in groups, and plan, compete, and be judged by industry leaders. This one-day training will focus on the “Ideation” process through a fast-paced, hands-on, minds-on workshop. The Ideation provides powerful and practical tools for thinking creatively and critically, solving complex, open-ended challenges and problems, and managing changes that will become a way of life. In particular, the Ideation drives multidisciplinary collaboration for innovative solutions. The Ideation builds on research, development, and practical applications worldwide in many organizational settings.

The winner of the innovation challenge will earn a spot at the Hult Prize National Finals, where they will compete against teams from all over the U.S. for a chance to make it to the Global Finals.

BENEFITS TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS WORKSHOP

● Create fresh new ideas and put them to work immediately

● Turn your good ideas into real action

● Acquire creative thinking skills that can be used in your academic or professional life

● Learn to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team

● Interact with industry leaders

● Highlight your Resume!

 

APPLICATION CRITERIA

● All students from Farmingdale State College are welcome

● No prior experience required

● Submit your application online: (https://farmingdale.edu/axiom-login)/Applied Learning tab/Co-curricular Activities /Posting ID 4692 -2024 Innovation Challenge (AL Full or AL Enhanced )

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

● Dr. Jing Betty Feng, School of Business, Jing Betty Feng

● Prof. Marj Issapour, School of Engineering Technology, Marjaneh Issapour

 

Sponsored by: PSEG Long Island & Nexus Center

Organized by: School of Business & School of Engineering Technology