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President's Hackathon
Welcome, Visionaries, Builders, and Strategists.
This isn’t a workshop. This is a real hackathon.
The President’s House Hackathon is Morehouse’s inaugural overnight innovation sprint—built for ALL majors. We’re going 24 straight hours on-site (yes, spending the night) plus an additional 10 hours to sharpen, polish, and pitch. You’ll team up with other Men of Morehouse, use generative AI + entrepreneurial design thinking, and build solutions to real-world societal challenges—fast.
Frequently Asked Questions
February 20–22, 2026 | Massey Executive Conference Center | Open to All Majors
What is the President’s Hackathon?
The President’s Hackathon is a 36-hour, in-person innovation sprint at Morehouse College. Students form interdisciplinary teams and use generative AI and entrepreneurial design thinking to develop solutions to real-world societal challenges.
This is not a lecture. This is a build-focused experience.
Who can participate?
The hackathon is open to ALL majors at Morehouse College. You do not need to be a Computer Science major.
We build teams that include:
Architects(strategy & systems thinking),
Creatives (storytelling & user experience),
Techies (technical builders).
What kinds of challenges will teams address?
Teams will develop generative AI solutions in one of four areas:
- Personal Good & Empowerment
- Entrepreneurship & Workforce Innovation
- Societal Impact & Equity
- Health Equity & Community Resilience
When and where is the event?
Dates: February 20–22, 2026
Kickoff: Friday at 5:00 PM
Location: Massey Executive Conference Center & Bank of America Auditorium
How long is the hackathon?
The event is a 36-hour continuous sprint, including an overnight build session and structured time for refinement and pitching.
How are teams formed?
Teams consist of 3–5 students. Participants will identify their strength (Architect, Creative, or Techie), and teams will be optimized for balance.
What support will be provided?
- Mentorship from faculty, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals
- 24-hour security
- Rest & Reset Zone (cots and bean bags)
- Full meal and snack stations
- Structured pitch coaching
What are the prizes?
- Up to $10,000 in stipends to advance your venture (via the Center for Black Entrepreneurship)
- Eligibility to compete in the New Venture Competition (April 24, 2026)
- 1 finalist team will showcase at Dream Makers Summit (April 21, 2026)
- 1 team receives priority selection for the European Innovation Academy in Porto, Portugal (Summer 2026)
What should I bring?
Bring your own device (laptop, charger, headphones, and anything needed to build). Food, security, and rest accommodations will be provided..
