2024 SCHEDULE
This calendar will be updated throughout the IdeaMakers Challenge with specific dates and locations.
FEB 9 | APPLICATIONS DUE
Read the application requirements and check back soon for this year's application form.
FEB And Mar | Team WORKSHOPs
Feb 19, Feb 21, Feb 26, Feb 28, Mar 11
Teams are required to participate in at least one workshop evening.
Teams are required to participate in at least one workshop evening.
mar 13 | SEMI-FINAL PITCHES
Teams participate in a rocket pitch and Q+A with judges. The top teams advance to the Final Pitches round during Penn State Startup Week.
MAR 18 | PRACTICE PITCHES
Top teams meet with the IdeaMakers faculty adviser to practice their pitches in preparation for the Final Pitches event.
MAR 19 | FINAL PITCHES
Tue March 19, 2024 | Time TBD
This year's event will be held in person at Eric Barron Innovation Hub room 603. Please check this page for future updates on confirmed times and livestream options.
This year's event will be held in person at Eric Barron Innovation Hub room 603. Please check this page for future updates on confirmed times and livestream options.
MAR 21 | STUDENT AWARDS RECEPTION
Time TBD
Please check this page for future updates on confirmed locations and times.
Please check this page for future updates on confirmed locations and times.