AI STUDENT COLLECTIVE @UW PRESENTS
< AI ACROSS THE AGES >
WHEN
JAN 31 - FEB 01 2026
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UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
WHO
100 HACKERS
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THE CHALLENGE

AI has revolutionized our present — but what can it teach us about our past, and how can it prepare us for our future?

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WHY THIS MATTERS

THE PROBLEM

AI literacy isn't reaching undergraduates fast enough. Students are entering an AI-driven economy without the skills or access to adapt.

OUR SOLUTION

Hack to the Future gives 100 of UW's brightest interdisciplinary builders a stage to collaborate, prototype, and deploy AI solutions that create real human impact.

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PARTICIPANTS
24H
INTENSE
HACKING
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TRACKS

THREE TRACKS

Choose your timeline. Build the future.

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BRIDGE BUILDER

THE PAST

AI solutions that bridge unexpected gaps between disciplines that have historically rarely interacted (e.g., art and science, design and data, or culture and code).

"When disciplines collide, barriers dissolve."
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IGNORED PROBLEMS

THE PRESENT

Build AI for real people and overlooked challenges — current problems that don't make headlines but do make a difference.

"The best AI solves real problems, not impressive ones."
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COLLECTIVE FORESIGHT

THE FUTURE

Create AI systems that predict, prevent, or prepare for the future — helping communities and industries anticipate social, ethical, and environmental shifts.

"See further together."

WHO'S BUILDING?

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WHO'S BUILDING THE FUTURE?

COMPUTER SCIENCE ENGINEERING BUSINESS DESIGN & UX DATA SCIENCE AI/ML FINANCE HEALTHCARE SOCIAL SCIENCE

Future founders, product leaders, and researchers — fluent in GPT, Claude, and Perplexity.

SCHEDULE

DETAILED TIMES COMING SOON!

DAY 01

JANUARY 31, 2026
TBA

CHECK-IN & REGISTRATION

Meet your fellow hackers

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OPENING CEREMONY

Keynote and track introductions

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TEAM FORMATION

Form interdisciplinary teams

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⚡ HACKING BEGINS!

Build your AI solution

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WORKSHOPS & MENTORSHIP

Learn from industry experts

DAY 02

FEBRUARY 01, 2026
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MIDNIGHT SNACKS

Fuel for late-night coding

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⚡ SUBMISSIONS DUE

Final touches and submit

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PROJECT DEMOS

Present to judges

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CLOSING & AWARDS

Celebrate winners

SPONSORS

Join us in building the future of AI — ethically, accessibly, and collaboratively.

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GOLD

$3K–$5K
  • Premium logo placement on all collateral
  • Booth presence + social features
  • "Best Use of [Tool]" Prize
  • Workshop or office hours
  • Judge seats + résumé bank
  • Optional mentor slots
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SILVER

$1K–$3K
  • Track-level branding
  • Sponsor a challenge track
  • Lightning talk or office hour
  • Résumé bank access
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BRONZE

<$1K
  • Logo on website & swag
  • Newsletter feature
  • Post-event résumé access
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IN-KIND

SERVICES
  • Featured API in starter kits
  • Optional prize sponsorship
  • Recognition as partner

FAQ

Who can participate?

Hack to the Future is open to all undergraduate students at UW. We're looking for 100 interdisciplinary builders from Computer Science, Engineering, Business, Design, Data Science, and domain fields. Selected via application.

Do I need a team?

No! Apply solo or with a team. We'll help you form interdisciplinary teams of 2-4 members during the event.

What if I don't code?

Perfect! We need designers, business strategists, domain experts, and creative thinkers just as much as engineers. Your unique perspective is valuable.

What should I bring?

Bring your laptop, chargers, and enthusiasm! We'll provide food, drinks, swag, and mentorship.

Is there a cost?

No! Completely free for all selected participants. We provide meals, snacks, swag, and resources.

What can I build?

Any AI solution that fits one of our three tracks. Use any tools, APIs, or frameworks you want.

How are projects judged?

Innovation, impact, interdisciplinary collaboration, technical execution, and presentation. Judges include industry professionals, faculty, and AI thought leaders.

Will there be mentors?

Yes! Industry professionals and experienced builders will provide guidance throughout the event.

ABOUT AISC

The AI Student Collective (AISC) is UW's first interdisciplinary, nonprofit RSO dedicated to making artificial intelligence accessible, ethical, and impactful across all disciplines.

OUR MISSION

DEMOCRATIZE AI AND UNIFY MINDS.

Part of a 7-university international network (UW, UCSD, UCSC, UCD, UCR, UTD, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid) reaching 100K+ community members.

More information: https://aiscuw.netlify.app/

GET IN TOUCH

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GENERAL INQUIRIES

aisc@uw.edu
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PARTNERSHIPS

saachies@uw.edu

Saachi Sharma

(510) 417-8343

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