TeenHack Ruse 2023

Baba Tonka High School of Mathematics Rousse

Open in-person activity

uspeshnite.hora.ruse@gmail.com

English

Ulitsa Ivan Vazov 18, 7000, Ruse, BGR

TeenHack Ruse 2023: HACKATHON FOR STUDENTS CELEBRATES EU CODEWEEK 2023

EU CodeWeek is a grassroots movement that celebrates creativity, problem solving and collaboration through programming and other technological activities. The idea is to make programming more accessible, show young and old how to bring ideas to life with code, demystify these skills and bring motivated people together to learn.

When and where will it be held❓

TeenHack Ruse 2023 will last 2 days from the morning of October 27 (Friday) to the evening of October 28 (Saturday). The hackathon will be held in person, with the activities on 27.10.2023 (Friday) taking place in hall 2.203 of Ruse University "Angel Kanchev", and the presentation of the teams will be held on 28.10.2023 (Saturday) in Siemens Hall, in the Second Building of the University of Rousse.

The purpose of "TeenHack Ruse 2023" is to address challenges that affect not only our country, but also many countries around the world. It will provide an opportunity for students to design, develop and implement a solution to real-world problems. There will be mentors to assist the teams and guest speakers to provide guidance on design and presentation skills. The slogan of TeenHack Ruse 2023 is "Code to solve problems and bring your dreams to life".

Who can apply and how❓

The hackathon is open to young people with an interest in STEM, computer science, design, engineering, ICT and other fields. Teams must consist of a minimum of 2 to a maximum of 5 people. Teams are encouraged to ensure gender balance, thereby encouraging the participation of girls in TeenHack Ruse 2023. As far as possible, teams should include people with both technical and functional competencies.

Apply if

✅you are passionate about technology and innovation for positive social, economic and environmental impact

✅you would like to promote access to safe digital information and content that protects minors, respects data privacy and contributes to the well-being of people and the environment

✅you are in a team of motivated people and you want to develop your idea that contributes to sustainable development

✅you understand and can create solutions that are extremely useful and attractive to a wider community

How to apply❓

As a team (between 2-5 participants; gender balance would be ideal).

NOTE that you can also apply individually (to connect with an existing team that wants your support during the hackathon).

🖇️ Link to the application form: https://bit.ly/TeenHack2023

Participants

Age of team participants: 15-19 years.

Why should you participate❓

📌Your solution can help improve products and services, the education system, tourism, transportation and other sectors.

📌Your ideas can make a difference and help make everyone safer in the digital space.

📌You can contribute to mitigating climate change and building a sustainable environment.

Awards

The sponsors of the competition will award prizes totaling BGN 1,500 to the best 3 teams who will develop prototypes and test them in a real environment.

The Department of "Management and Social Activities" at the Faculty of Business and Management" will provide the winners with training (online lectures) on the following topics:

📍research and analysis of target customers

📍business model research

📍go-to-market strategy

📍digital marketing and social media marketing

Organizers

"Successful People" Entrepreneurship Club, "Baba Tonka" High School of Mathematics

Angel Kanchev University of Rousse

with the support of leading companies in the IT sector

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