Innovation Week & Hackathon: "Transforming Cities: Entrepreneurship, Social Skills, and Design Thinking"

EELISA-European University  is proud to announce one of its flagship events, the Innovation Week & Hackathon titled "Transforming Cities: Entrepreneurship, Social Skills, and Design Thinking." This dynamic event will be hosted from October 15th to 18th at the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM), bringing together participants from five of the EELISA member universities for an immersive and collaborative experience: 

Event Overview

This event serves as a key platform for students, professionals, and innovators across Europe to engage in practical, hands-on learning experiences. Participants will have the opportunity to delve into a range of activities designed to foster innovation, creativity, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. The program is built around the principles of active learning, where theoretical knowledge is directly applied to real-world challenges, promoting out-of-the-box thinking and the rapid development of innovative solutions.

A Detailed Look at the Schedule

The Innovation Week & Hackathon is structured to maximize learning and networking opportunities:

  • October 15th: Workshops & Lectures

  • October 16th: Startups Visit and Walk & Talk

  • October 17th: More Workshops & Lectures

  • October 18th: Hackathon + Learning Activities

    Registration Details

    To join this unique event, visit the event page for more details and to register. Please note that the registration deadline for Romanian participants is September 10, 2024. All registered participants will be invited to an interview, with details sent via email. As the number of available spots is limited, early registration is highly encouraged to secure your place.

15 October 2024 - 18 October 2024