HopperHacks is a day-long, social good-focused hackathon to encourage students to make an impact on relevant issues that are facing societies around the world today, such as mental/physical health, education, and the environment, all by applying their technical skills. This hackathon is hosted by Stony Brook University's ACM-W chapter, Women in Computer Science (WiCS). WiCS's mission as an organization is to bridge the gap between women and men in computer science, and we work to extend that to all minority groups. Spring 2023 will be WiCS's 8th annual hackathon!

If you have any questions, please contact us at wics@cs.stonybrook.edu or check out our official website here.

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

$21,500 in prizes

Looking Glass - Best Beginner Hack

Step through the looking glass and enter a wonderland of coding possibilities! The looking glass is a metaphor for any time the world suddenly appears unfamiliar and when someone sees another version of themselves. To many beginners the world of programming is strange and new, however, with time they may discover a love for it. This award will be given to the team who has never been to a hackathon before (at least half of the team are first-time hackers) and had to learn many things from scratch. This track is the perfect opportunity for new hackers to showcase their skills and bring their wildest coding dreams to life.

Up to 4 team members will receive:
• LapGear Home Office Pro Lap Desk with Wrist Rest, Mouse Pad, and Phone Holder
• $250 DigitalOcean credit per team
• 1-year subscription to Wolfram|One Personal Edition
• 1-year subscription to Wolfram|Alpha Pro

Mad Hatter - Best Fantasy and Entirely Bonkers Hack

"Are you ready to let your creativity run wild and create something entirely bonkers? Possibilities are endless and the only limit is your imagination. Participants will have the opportunity to think outside the box and build something truly unique and fantastical. So join us down the rabbit hole and let's see what madness you can create!" This award will be given to the hack that is the most quirky and unpredictable. The crazier the hack the better.

Up to 4 team members will receive:
• RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK71 Gaming Wireless Keyboard
• $250 DigitalOcean credit per team
• 1-year subscription to Wolfram|One Personal Edition
• 1-year subscription to Wolfram|Alpha Pro

Blue Caterpillar - Best Diversity and Inclusion track

Join us for the 'Blue Caterpillar - Best Diversity and Inclusion' track and let's explore the diverse and inclusive possibilities of technology together! Inspired by the iconic Blue Caterpillar from Alice in Wonderland, this track encourages participants from all backgrounds to come together and create something truly special. WiCS is an organization whose mission is to foster diversity and inclusion and provide support to women in the field of computing .With a focus on diversity and inclusion, this track is an opportunity to build solutions that reflect and serve the needs of all people. So come and join us and let's create a more inclusive future! This award will be given to the team with the hack that best promotes our mission.

Up to 4 team members will receive:
• Anker Soundcore Flare 2 Bluetooth Speaker
• $250 DigitalOcean credit per team
• 1-year subscription to Wolfram|One Personal Edition
• 1-year subscription to Wolfram|Alpha Pro

Queen’s Croquet Ground - Best Entertainment Hack

Are you the type of person that likes to have fun but also wants to help make something that teaches people a new topic or skill through games and other forms of art? Inspired by The Queen’s Croquet Ground where the Red Queen likes to entertain herself with games and entertainment, this award will be given to the most entertaining project. We hope that you won’t be saying “off with their heads” to anyone ;)

Up to 4 team members will receive:
• Auking Mini Projector
• $250 DigitalOcean credit per team
• 1-year subscription to Wolfram|One Personal Edition
• 1-year subscription to Wolfram|Alpha Pro

Tea Party - Best Community Hack

In this track, we're looking for the most creative and impactful hacks that bring communities together. Whether it's a virtual platform for neighbors to connect, an app that promotes local business, or an initiative that encourages volunteerism, we want to see your innovative ideas for fostering community engagement. Think outside the box, just like Alice did when she tumbled down the rabbit hole into Wonderland. Let's make a difference in our own communities, just like the Mad Hatter and his friends did at their tea party. Join us, and let's make the impossible possible!

Up to 4 team members will receive:
• CRUX 3.7-Quart Touchscreen Electric Air Fryer
• $250 DigitalOcean credit per team
• 1-year subscription to Wolfram|One Personal Edition
• 1-year subscription to Wolfram|Alpha Pro

Tulgey Wood - Best Environmental and Sustainability Hack

This track is an opportunity for the most innovative and impactful environmental and sustainability solutions. Just like in Alice's journey through the mysterious Tulgey Wood, we want to see hacks that navigate the complexities of preserving the natural world. Whether it's a smart energy management system, a sustainable transportation app, or a solution for reducing waste, we want to see your ideas for creating a greener future. Join us and let's make a difference in the world, just like Alice did when she found her way out of the Tulgey Wood. We encourage you to use your imagination to develop anything ranging from sustainability efforts to wildlife conservation!

Up to 4 team members will receive:
• AROEVE Air Purifier
• $250 DigitalOcean credit per team
• 1-year subscription to Wolfram|One Personal Edition
• 1-year subscription to Wolfram|Alpha Pro

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Sabrina Yang

Sabrina Yang
WiCS Alumni / Google

Tony Li

Lisa Guo

Lisa Guo
WiCS Alumni / Amazon

Billy Wong

Billy Wong

Erika Nemeth

Erika Nemeth
WiCS Alumni

Michael Bozza

Michael Bozza
Data Dimensions

Nayan Pasari

Nayan Pasari
WiCS Alumni / Morgan Stanley

Vanessa Ho

Tevy Grosch

Tevy Grosch
Data Dimensions

Katheryn Martinez

Katheryn Martinez
WiCS Alumni

Judging Criteria

  • Innovation
    How effective is the solution to the target audience? How impressive was the project technically? Was the technical problem the team tackled difficult? Did it use a particularly original technique or various components?
  • Design
    Is the product visually appealing? Did the team create an aesthetically preferable user experience? Does the team have an accessible platform for the audience?
  • Practicality
    Is the product economically and socially feasible? Does the function of the project work? Does the project address the problem they are trying to solve? Is the solution accessible and sustainable in the long term?
  • Prototype
    Is your prototype comprehensive and able to communicate your entire project? Is the prototype functional and able to show the ideal outcome of the solution?
  • Presentation
    Does the presentation effectively showcase the project? Is there any contradiction between the demonstration and the explanation of the product? Did the presentation sufficiently outline all details about the project?

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