Welcome to the University of Notre Dame Hesburgh Libraries Hackathon, where teams of developers, graphic designers, subject specialists, and strategists come together to reimagine solutions to everyday problems related to this year’s theme: Unity in Diversity for an Inclusive Tomorrow.
This competition offers cash awards and is open to all Notre Dame undergraduate students. Register today!
Mathew Mjaess, College of Arts & Letters, Economics
Andrew Vittiglio, College of Arts & Letters, Economics, Computer Science
Ｍeng Chen, College of Engineering, Computer Science
Leyang Li, College of Engineering, Computer Science
Renee Shi, College of Arts & Letters, Computer Science, Political Science
Danny Tong, College of Engineering, Computer Science
Amy Do, College of Arts & Letters, Visual Communication Design
Eva Gorzkiewicz, College of Engineering, Computer Science
Julia Kim, Mendoza College of Business, Finance
John Battaglia, College of Engineering, Computer Science
Anthony Flanagan, College of Engineering, Computer Science
Aidan O’Connor, College of Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Thomas Oblepias, College of Engineering, Computer Science
Jeremy Arellano, College of Engineering, Computer Science
Deep Brahmbhatt, College of Engineering, Computer Science
Gabriel Sheikh, College of Engineering, Computer Science
April 12 – 14 at Hesburgh Library
April 12 6:00pm – 7:00pm: Orientation & Pizza
April
13
Noon: Team Roster & Project Summary Due
6:00pm: Dinner
April
14
Noon: Lunch, Presentation Files Due
1:00pm: Lightning Talks, Judging, Raffles, Awards
See the full schedule.
1st Place – $3000
2nd Place – $2000
3rd Place – $1000
Honorable Mention – $500
Read the judging criteria.
The 2024 theme is Unity in Diversity for an Inclusive Tomorrow.
Teams can have 2 to 4 people.
Form your team in advance or meet up through our #find-a-team Slack channel.
Learn more about finding and registering your team.
In keeping with the codes of conduct set forth in du Lac: A Guide to Student Life, our Hackathon is dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, previous hackathon attendance or computing experience. We do not tolerate harassment of hackathon participants in any form.
In order to foster a positive and professional learning environment we encourage the following kinds of behaviors:
All participants understand that the Hesburgh Libraries Hackathon may be photographed, videotaped, and or recorded by the Hesburgh Libraries, and grant the Hesburgh Libraries the right to use or refrain from using their name and/or likeness without their approval or compensation. Photography by participants is encouraged, but other participants must be given a reasonable chance to opt-out from being photographed. If they object to the taking of their photograph, comply with their request. It is inappropriate to take photographs in contexts where people have a reasonable expectation of privacy.
If you witness or experience any transgressions of this Code of Conduct at the Hackathon, please tell a member of the Hackathon staff immediately, or email hesburgh-library-hackathon-list@nd.edu.
The competition is open to Notre Dame undergraduate students. Teams may have as few as 2 but no more than 4 members who bring unique talents to help shape the vision and navigate through the phases of project work.
You'll work with your team to:
Great! Each team member should register individually and indicate on the registration form that they already have a team. Be sure to note any individual accommodation and/or dietary needs in the online registration form.
When you register, you will receive a confirmation email containing a link to join the Hackathon Slack workspace. Use the #find-a-team channel to post a brief bio and connect with potential teammates. If you are not able to find a team this year, we invite you to participate in a future event!
We are dedicated to providing a fun and harassment-free experience for everyone. Learn more from our Code of Conduct.
Participants must register online before 6:00pm on Friday, April 12.
