HackSLC is St. Lawrence College’s first student-led hackathon, bringing together students from different programs to collaborate, innovate, and build real solutions in just one day.
This event is designed for everyone — whether you’re from Computer Programming, Business, Marketing, Design, Healthcare, or any other program, you are welcome to participate.

Our mission is to provide a space where students can:

  • Work in teams and solve meaningful problems

  • Build hands-on projects and real prototypes

  • Pitch ideas in front of judges and guests

  • Gain portfolio experience and confidence

  • Network with mentors, professors, and industry professionals

No experience is required — beginners and first-timers are highly encouraged to join.
Even if you only have a simple idea, this is your chance to learn, collaborate, and create something real.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, November 29
Time: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: Innovation Hall, St. Lawrence College
Participants expected: ~60

What to Expect
  • Team building and ideation

  • Full day of hacking and problem-solving

  • Mentorship with professors and guests

  • Final presentations and judging

  • Awards, prizes, certificates, networking

  • Free food, drinks & snacks all day

Let’s build something real together.

Requirements

Every team must submit the following on Devpost:

  • Project title and short description

  • Problem statement & proposed solution

  • Demo video (1–3 minutes)

  • GitHub / project link

  • Presentation slides (optional but recommended)

  • Team member information

Projects can be software, hardware, business prototypes, UI/UX design concepts, or pitch-based solutions.

Prizes

$CAD 550 in prizes
1st price
$CAD 400 in cash
1 winner

2nd price
$CAD 100 in cash
1 winner

3rd price
$CAD 50 in cash
1 winner

Judges

Micheal Carter

Micheal Carter
Co-Founder (When Sparks Speak)

Mark Coulas

Mark Coulas
Professor/St lawrence College

Judging Criteria

  • Innovation & Creativity
    How unique and original is the idea?
  • Technical Execution / Feasibility
    How well is the solution built? Does it function as intended?
  • Impact & Usefulness
    How meaningful is the problem being solved and who benefits?
  • Presentation & Clarity
    How well was the project explained and demonstrated?
  • Design & User Experience
    Is the project easy to understand, use, or visually appealing?

Questions? Email the hackathon manager

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