UHack 2023
Reviving University of Miami's Hackathon After 5 Years
Event Management • Leadership • Stakeholder Relations • Budget Planning
The Challenge
Lead organizer for the University of Miami's first in-person hackathon since 2018. Though my official role was treasurer, I managed every aspect of the event from conception to execution.
Budget Management
Managed complete event budget and financial planning
Catering & Logistics
Organized all food, catering, and event logistics
Sponsor Relations
Worked closely with sponsors and sourced judges
Communications
Sent emails to 3000+ students and professors
Faculty Liaison
Primary liaison to faculty advisors
Website Design
Designed template website and approved materials
Event Highlights
Participants, organizers, and advisors celebrating the successful revival of UHack at the University of Miami
Project Presentations
Students presented innovative solutions like "Quake-Aid" - a platform helping people connect during emergencies. Teams pitched their ideas and wireframes to industry judges.
Educational Workshops
Organized four student-led workshops including this UX Design Process session, providing participants with practical skills and learning opportunities.
Impact & Results
Participants
Students from multiple departments engaged in sustainability-focused projects
Years
Gap since the last in-person hackathon at University of Miami
Workshops
Student-led educational sessions covering UX, development, and more
Knowledge Transfer
Organizer's Guide
Created a comprehensive PDF guide documenting lessons learned and recommendations for future UHack organizers - everything I wish I had known before starting this adventure.
This documentation ensures the knowledge and experience gained from reviving UHack will benefit future organizers and help sustain the program.
Key Learnings
Leadership Skills
- • Cross-functional team coordination and management
- • Stakeholder communication across university departments
- • Budget planning and financial responsibility
- • Crisis management and problem-solving under pressure
Event Management
- • Large-scale event planning and execution
- • Vendor management and contract negotiation
- • Marketing and outreach to diverse audiences
- • Documentation and knowledge transfer processes
Project Impact
Successfully revived a dormant program, created lasting impact through comprehensive documentation, and demonstrated the ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives from conception to completion.
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