Enter the 100-hour Wiscontrepreneur Challenge

Invent, create and innovate for a chance to win cash prizes! From February 22–26, 2012 you and your team will have 100 hours to create a valuable, innovative or socially beneficial product or service using repurposed materials from UW SWAP (Surplus with a Purpose), then pitch your invention in an online video or photo series for a chance to win in one of four prize categories. Participation is free (Each team gets a $15 voucher to use at a special SWAP sale at Sellery Hall) and a lot of fun. Awards include:

Awards include:

• Most creative ($300)
• Most Value generated ($300 prize)
• Most Social Value generated ($300 prize)
• People’s Choice ($100 prize)

Important Dates

1. February 22:

   Challenge begins at 9AM

2. February 22

   Challenge SWAP sale at Sellery Hall from 9AM – 6PM

3. February 26:

   Deadline for entries is 1PM

4. March 3:

   Winners announced

Read the Challenge FAQ, Contest Rules, and Technical Requirements for everything you need to know to compete!

For inspiration, view past 100-hour challenge winners.

Watch a video about the 100-hour Challenge.