Culture is Currency: A Hackathon for a National Innovation Challenge
November 14, 2026
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Location
UIC Innovation Center
Address
1240 W. Harrison Street, Chicago, IL 60607
Calendar
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This single-day event will give students dedicated time, space, technology, and support to develop an entry for the National HSI STEAM Innovation Challenge. Participants may work on projects across a wide range of formats: from business and side-hustle concepts to podcasts, films, visual stories, digital experiences, community-centered solutions, and more.
Bring an idea you have already started or come ready to develop one during the day. Apple devices and technology resources will be available for participants to explore as they create. Lunch, snacks, and coffee are planned for participants.
Join us to make meaningful progress on your project and, if ready, submit your work to the Challenge.
Space will be limited to 30-40 attendees.
Date posted
Nov 10, 2026
Date updated
Nov 10, 2026