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HUMAN
CENTERED

DESIGN

More information about Human Centered Design, and a workbook to help structure your process

CHALLENGE

Check here for the challenge document, more information on the challenge topic, and the judging criteria rubric.

Prompt to be released!

SCHEDULE

10 AM Opening Ceremony

11 AM Challenge Reveal 

3:15 PM Submission Deadline

3:30 PM First-Round Judging

4:45 PM Finals & Dinner

SPARKATHON

Fall 2025
 

FAQs

What is Sparkathon?

Sparkathon is an impact-driven design thinking competition, tasking students to work collaboratively to solve pressing real-world issues

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Why Sparkathon?

Sparkathon is a unique opportunity to practice critical thinking and problem-solving, collaborate with your peers, learn from industry leaders, network with recruiters, and win prizes

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Am I eligible?

Yes! All Claremont College students are invited to Sparkathon

What's this year's challenge?

The challenge will be announced at the opening ceremony

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What if I don't have a team?

No problem! Sign up as an individual and we'll match you with a team on-site

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What will I eat?

Sparkathon will be providing free brunch, snacks, and beverages for all participants

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What are the prizes?

The winning contestants will receive cash prizes, there will be lots of swag, and everyone leaves with good memories :)

When does registration open?

November 15, 2025 

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When does registration close?

November 10, 2025. However, space is limited so don't wait! 

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Will there be training?

Yes! Sparkathon will host a design thinking workshop about a week before the competition. Date, time, and details will be announced soon

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More Questions?

Reach out at pomonaventures@gmail.com

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