About the Event

In partnership with TechBuffalo, UB School of Management, UB Department of Computer

Science & Engineering, UB Accessibility Resources, UB Libraries, and the UB Institute for

Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, the UB Startup and Innovation Collaboratory is proud to

launch the AI for Good Challenge for Spring 2025.

Throughout this three-day event, you will dive headfirst into the process of developing the next

advancement in Artificial Intelligence. Your goal is to develop an AI-driven solution that

significantly reduces the impact of a major societal challenge. Guided by seasoned facilitators

with extensive expertise in both theory and practice, you will embark on a high intensity

experience yielding valuable knowledge and insights into AI and technology solutions to today’s

problems. Teams will also gain exclusive access to leading content experts through a series of

tech talks and networking opportunities.

By the end of the hackathon, you’ll emerge with a comprehensive tool kit for creative problem

solving, business plan development, and innovation. Get ready to unlock your full creative

potential and embark on a journey of innovation that transcends boundaries!

UB AI for Good Design Challenge Schedule

February 21-23, 2025

University at Buffalo NSC 201 & Various

Day 1 Agenda – Friday, Feb 21st

3:00 PM – 4:00PM | Registration and networking in NSC 201

4:00PM – 5:00PM | Opening Presentation

•  Rules
• Schedule
• Challenge Statement
• Deliverables
• Skills identification workshop with TechBuffalo

5:00 PM – 6:00PM | Team Formation

6:00PM – 10:00PM | Worktime

• Students may continue to work overnight in alternative spaces on campus
• No Staff support during this time

Day 2 Agenda – Sat, February 22nd

Hosted in Silverman Library, 3rd Floor. Group Project rooms and Classrooms 305 & 310

10:00AM – 4:00PM | Work time

• Work from Silverman individual project rooms
• Mentors available throughout the day starting at 11AM

10:00AM | Breakfast Available in Silverman 310

11:00 – 11:45AM | First Tech Talk- Silverman 310- Prakshal Jain

12:30PM | Lunch Available- Liberos

1:00 – 2:00 PM | Second Tech Talk- Silverman 310- Umar Ahmed

2:00 – 2:45 PM | Third Tech Talk- Silverman 310- Saverio Marrazzo

3:00 – 3:45 PM | Fourth Tech Talk- Silverman 310- Erin Brunelle

4:00PM | Dinner Available- Francos

Day 3 Agenda – Sun, Feb 23rd

10:00AM | Breakfast Available in Silverman 310

10:00AM – 12:00PM | Work time

12:00PM | Deadline to submit your project on Devpost

12:30 PM | Lunch Available- Wegmans

12:30PM – 1:00 PM | Prepare for judging and practice your presentation

1:00PM – 4:00PM | Judging in NSC 225 and NSC 215

2:00PM – 2:45 PM | Tech Talk - NCS 205

4:00PM – 4:30PM | Judge Deliberations

4:30PM – 5:00PM | Awards Presentation- NSC 225

• Impact and Feasibility
  The project demonstrates a clear and substantial impact on the selected problem statement. It is highly feasible for implementation, considering resource requirements and potential obstacles.
• Innovation and Creativity
  The project exhibits exceptional creativity and innovation in its approach, concept, and technology. It introduces novel ideas or solutions that stand out and push boundaries.
• Presentation and Communication
  The presentation is exceptionally clear, engaging, and well-structured. It effectively conveys the challenge selected and the team’s solution. The team presents confidently and effectively explains their project.
• Potential for Future Development
  The project has clear potential for future development and expansion. It outlines a roadmap for scaling, improving, and evolving the solution.
• Solution Execution
  The project demonstrates a high level of proficiency in design and has comprehensive user implementation, marketing, and financial strategies. All project requirements are included. The team effectively explain their project to non-technical judges.