TECHBIZ-GCTU Competition | Showcasing Innovation and Technology
The Directorate of University Relations in collaboration with the SRC, is thrilled to announce TechBiz-GCTU Competition!
This innovative initiative is designed to empower students to showcase tech projects that drive social impact, fostering a spirit of creativity and innovation within the GCTU community.
Event Details:
Date: November 21 & 22, 2024
Time: 10:00 am each day
Venue: Florence Onny Auditorium
Event Highlights:
November 21, 2024: Selection of top three innovative tech projects.
November 22, 2024: Final three to pitch their projects to the audience.
Awards and Funding: The top three projects will receive awards with potential funding to further develop their projects.
We invite the entire GCTU Community to attend, support and celebrate the spirit of innovation among our students and alumni. Let’s come together to witness the future of tech and creativity in action.
Don’t miss out on this exciting event!
TechBiz-GCTU: Showcasing Innovation and Technology:
INTRODUCTION
The Directorate of University Relations, in collaboration with the Student Representative Council (SRC), is excited to announce the TechBiz-GCTU initiative. This groundbreaking project aims to foster innovation and creativity among students and alumni by providing a platform to showcase socially impactful tech projects.
OVERVIEW
TechBiz-GCTU is designed to highlight the innovative spirit within the GCTU community. The initiative culminates in an exclusive exhibition on November 22, 2024, displaying the top three projects. These projects will be featured at dedicated exhibition stands with projectors showing recorded video pitches and demonstrations. Awards will be presented to the top innovators.
OBJECTIVES
- Encourage Innovation: Inspire students and alumni to develop innovative tech solutions.
- Showcase Talent: Provide a stage for presenting tech projects to a wider audience.
- Enhance Reputation: Elevate GCTU’s status as a tech-driven university.
- Increase Visibility: Utilize social media and the exhibition to boost GCTU’s profile.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Competition Announcement and Registration
- Launch Date: The competition will be announced on November 21st.
- Registration: Participants can register and submit their projects online. Use the link https://bit.ly/TechBiz-GCTU or scan the QR code on the flier.
Selection Process
- Criteria: Projects will be evaluated on innovation, social impact, and feasibility.
- Voting: Engage with the community through social media voting.
Competition Phase
- Eliminations: Daily eliminations will narrow down the best projects.
- Spotlight: The top three projects will be promoted on social media and the university website.
Exhibition
- Date: November 22, 2024.
- Format: Innovators will exhibit their projects with video pitches and demonstrations.
- Awards: Prizes will be awarded to the top three projects.
BENEFITS
To Participants
- Exposure: Gain significant visibility within the GCTU community and beyond.
- Networking: Opportunities to connect with industry professionals and potential investors.
- Recognition: Enhance resumes and portfolios with award-winning projects.
- Support: Potential financial support and mentorship opportunities.
