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Think-a-Thon-2021

Advancing human welfare and confronting the great challenges of our time.

Photo: UNDP Peru/Monica Suarez Galindo

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Think-a-Thon Overview

The Columbia University School of Professional Studies is partnering with the United Nations International Computing Centre (UNICC) to bring students and alumni together to advance human welfare by confronting the great challenges of our time.
 
We invite students and alumni of Columbia University and their team members to join the UNICC & Columbia SPS Think-A-Thon to propose solutions for the challenges presented by the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
 
 
Timeline Challenges Evaluation Criteria

Challenge Goals

Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Communication, Presentation

Heightened Awareness of Global Challenges and Priorities
 
Capacity Building for Sustainable Development Decision-Making

Knowledge Sharing and Collaboration of Diverse Perspectives for New Thinking
 
Photo: UNFCCC

Awards

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$3,000 Cash Prize for the winning team

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$2,000 Cash Prize for the runner-up team

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$1,000 Cash Prize for the team selected by the audience

Reasons to Participate

  • ✓ Selected Finalists will have the opportunity to present to UNICC experts
  • ✓ Work on a real-world solution to a global issue with a Mentor/Area expert from the UNICC, UNDP, and/or UN Women
  • ✓ Network with a cross-functional team from the UNICC and learn about the organization
  • ✓ Ability to use live data sourced by the UNICC to hone in on your analytical skills
  • ✓ Collaborate and network with SPS colleagues across academic programs
  • ✓ Strengthen your resume with project experience that makes a positive global impact