New team registration is closed, but you can still join ConneXions to connect with and join existing teams.
Join the ConneXions communityThis annual competition launches each fall, giving students the opportunity to get real-world experience through solving challenges.
Each competition is centered around a problem within our seven challenge domains.
Learn about our domains →Competitors then form multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions.
Earn points throughout the competition by participating in key activities and milestones. Use these points to unlock valuable resources and support your team's efforts.
Learn more about how your efforts can translate into exclusive perks for your team.
Join the Xperience Competition Discord to connect with other students and build your team!
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Learn moreXperience’s multidisciplinary approach is pivotal in fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas, perspectives, and expertise. By intertwining creative expression and critical thinking, teams gain a comprehensive toolkit that transcends disciplinary limitations, propelling them towards innovative problem-solving and transformative impact.
We are hosting a series of mixers where you can meet others students looking to build their team. You can attend one or all 3. Below are details for each. Food will be provided.
Join the ConneXions communityBy completing this milestone successfully, your team lays a solid foundation for the subsequent stages of the competition, demonstrating strategic thinking, innovation, and readiness for real-world implementation. Here's how to navigate this milestone effectively:
Submit a video demonstrating your team's progress and presenting your marketing plan. This video will be evaluated by our judges based on a provided rubric, with feedback provided to help you improve.
Start preparing early to ensure your video is engaging, informative, and professional. Let your creativity shine as you showcase your journey and strategy.
Teams will pitch their solutions live in front of a panel of judges, focusing on both sales and investment perspectives. This milestone provides a platform for teams to showcase their innovative solutions, persuasive skills, and entrepreneurial potential. Prepare your pitch diligently to make a compelling impression on the judges.
Teams will demonstrate the technical aspects of their product to a panel of judges. This milestone provides an opportunity for teams to present their innovation in action, highlighting functionality and technical capabilities. Feedback will be provided to help teams refine their prototypes and address any technical challenges.
Before the finals event, xFoundry personnel will conduct a thorough review of team progress to ensure capabilities.
This verification process is essential to guarantee that teams are well-prepared for the final stage of the competition. Feedback will be provided to help teams refine their strategies and address any areas of improvement.
This milestone aims to ensure that all participating teams are equipped to showcase their best work and compete effectively in the finals.
Prepare for the ultimate showcase of your solution’s business and technical aspects in a full Shark Tank-style pitch day. This milestone requires teams to deliver a comprehensive presentation encompassing:
As a winning team member, you're not just taking home the trophy–you're a co-founder, a member of the product team, complete with a salary and equity stake.
Members of the winning team that will continue their studies later will have the same guaranteed conditions at the company after graduation.
Your venture will tackle one of the major problems facing our society. Now you will work with a network of seasoned CXOs for the next 12-18 months to help ensure a successful and stable start.
Graduating students from the winning team will have a chance to join the product team as co-founders, using their skills to drive innovation and be a part of the company's growth journey.
We tackle global challenges across seven distinct domains through collaboration and entrepreneurship, shaping a brighter future for generations to come.
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