On November 16th, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Northern Illinois University, in collaboration with DePaul University and Illinois State University, will be hosting a 12-hour challenge event. Students 18 and older are invited to participate in this exciting opportunity. The overarching theme is sustainability, with a focus on the future of food networks, supply chains, and the challenges they face. We are inviting students from the Midwest region to form multidisciplinary teams of 4 to 6 members to tackle problem sets centered around food system challenges. This event emphasizes solution-based ideas; students from all disciplines will be encouraged to explore the topic, understand the challenge task, and leverage knowledge and expertise from university mentors and industry specialists before pitching their solutions to the judges.
- As the event is organized by Northern Illinois University, our primary goal is to engage NIU students through every possible avenue to ensure broad participation. If you could provide additional contacts within the university, it would be greatly appreciated.
- Last year was a tremendous success, with extraordinary project solutions presented and over $6,000 in prize money awarded. Please help us spread the word to faculty and students by sharing the attached Save the Date. For more information, visit our website, Food Systems Innovation Challenge. This event is free for all college students and includes meals, snacks, and a T-shirt!
- For any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me at kerdmann1@niu.edu
