About the challenge

​Emory Hacks, presented by PROJECT Emory, is a hackathon hosted at Emory University. We are committed to bringing hundreds of students together for an intensive 36-hour hackathon where innovation comes to life. Participants build cutting-edge applications, websites, and digital tools while learning from industry professionals through hands-on workshops and mentorship. Whether you're a first-time coder or a seasoned developer, join us to push your creative and technical boundaries in this dynamic weekend of building and collaboration.

Our tracks:

Accessible Communication Technologies: Focuses on creating tools and platforms that enhance communication accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

Communication Platforms for Education: Targets the development of innovative communication solutions to enhance educational experiences and interactions between students, educators, and institutions.

Communication in Healthcare: Aims to improve communication systems within the healthcare sector to facilitate better patient care and coordination among medical professionals.

Rogue Track: An open category that encourages participants to explore and innovate beyond the predefined tracks, allowing for creative freedom in addressing unique challenges.

Each winning team in the tracks will win a $100​ amazon gift card per person.

• Relevance & Problem Fit (1-5)
  How well does the project address a real need or problem? Does it provide a meaningful solution to the identified challenge?
• Innovation & Creativity (1-5)
  How original is the approach? Does the project demonstrate creative thinking or a novel application of technology?
• Technical Implementation & Complexity (1-5)
  How well-executed is the technical solution? Does the implementation demonstrate technical skill and appropriate complexity for the problem?
• User Experience & Accessibility (1-5)
  How intuitive and user-friendly is the solution? Is it accessible to the intended audience and considerate of diverse user needs?
• Presentation & Overall Impact (1-5)
  How effectively is the project communicated? Does the presentation clearly convey the value and potential impact of the solution?