UConn Abrahamic Programs Initiative
UConn Abrahamic Programs serves as an academic umbrella that fosters cross-border research collaboration, intercultural communication, and community engagement to explore emerging trends and issues of critical importance in the Middle East and North Africa. It builds on the intellectual foundations of Abrahamic thought and its three monotheistic faiths—which emphasize the value of acquiring knowledge, using reason, and acting with wisdom—complemented by the long-standing Connecticut tradition of innovative thinking and scientific discovery. Abrahamic Programs support peaceful co-existence and regional academic integration in the MENA region and provide an alternative framework for productive on-campus programming and dialogue at the University of Connecticut.
Participating Institutions:
ABOUT THE CHALLENGE
Propose a system to monitor and analyze real-time household water consumption, offering practical solutions for water saving.
Water is the most valuable resource in the world, and it is a limited resource that we are all guilty of taking for granted. With the increasing global population and the ongoing impact of climate change on rainfall patterns, water scarcity has become an escalating global concern.
In response to this challenge, there is a need to manage all the competing demands on water resources so that all of us have enough water for our daily life.
Who can join the event?
The hackathon is suitable for students or young adults at the start of their careers.
Participation in the hackathon includes attendance at the two pre-hackathon sessions.
Join us for a pre-hackathon session on Zoom!
Hackathon Mentors
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Amit Shaham
Mentor in TAU Entrepreneurship Center Accelerator jumpTAU
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Nadav Ullmann
Entrepreneur, Investor | Forbes 30 Under 30
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Amine Saihi
Social entrepreneurship and education expert, fostering community-driven initiatives.
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Offir Inbar
Co-Founder @ Maji | Climate and Water Expert
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Danielle Mayron
Marine Ecologist and EcoTour Manager- EcoPeace Middle East, MSc Marine Ecology.
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Nidal Benali
Intl. relations professional and mentor, advocating for youth leadership and participation.
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Jeffrey Belk
CEO @ Ocreati Advisors | All Things Wireless
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Ali Abdou
Senior Water Science and Research Officer, EcoPeace Middle East.
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David Katz
Researcher in environmental policy.
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Wacim Ben Yahya
Head of the Technology Transfer Office, passionate about bio-inspired innovations.
Hackathon Judges
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Dr. Silvia Noiman
Seasoned Executive and Serial Entrepreneur. Mentor in TAU Entrepreneurship Center Accelerator jumpTAU.
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Dana Gavish
Founder of Yazamut 360 Entrepreneurship Center, Ben Gurion University, VP Entrepreneurship at BGN Technologies.
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Dr. Raphael Nagel, LL.M
Investor. Venture Builder. Dealmaker. Scales businesses. Fixes. Transforms. Delivers results—fast.
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Mr. James Babb
Global Trusted Advisor | Cross Cultural Leader | Financial Guardian | Growth Strategist
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Dr. Abdulla Al Hamed
Managing Partner @ INTERMID | Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) Business Analytics
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Dr. Dana Pousty
Water Treatment Scientist at Tel Aviv University. Co-Founder at SoLED
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Dr. Jamal Boukouray
Director of International Relations & Partnerships, Frugal Innovation Evangelist & Scaleup Acceleration Specialist
Judge to be announced
Winners & Prizes
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First Team: $1000 in gift cards for each student, up to $5000 in gift cards for the team.
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Second Team: $500 gift cards for each student, up to $2500 gift cards for the team.
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Third Team: $100 in gift card for each student, up to $500 in gift cards for the team.
Agenda
Hackathon Schedule (GMT Time) – Zoom - May 14th, 2025
12:00-12:30
12:30-20:30
12:30-20:30
20:30-22:30
22:30-00:00
22:30-00:00
Hackathon Opening
Opening Remarks
Team Breakout & Initial Work
Teams meetings & Brainstorming
Mentors will rotate between teams in Zoom breakout rooms
The list of mentors, their availability by time slots, and their areas of expertise can be found in the link.
Lecture: How to Deliver a Successful Pitch
Suitable for all countries
Team Breakout & Initial Work
Mentors will rotate between teams in Zoom breakout rooms
The list of mentors, their availability by time slots, and their areas of expertise can be found in the link.
Hackathon Schedule (GMT Time) – Zoom - May 15th, 2025
00:00-12:30
00:00-12:30
12:30
12:30-13:00
13:00-14:30
14:30-14:45
14:45-15:30
Team Breakout & Initial Work
Mentors will rotate between teams in Zoom breakout rooms
The list of mentors, their availability by time slots, and their areas of expertise can be found in the link.
Submitting Presentations
Final Wrap-up & Pitch Preparation
Teams finalize their presentations
Pitch Presentations
Each team presents its idea
Break - Judges Deliberation
Judges select the winners
Winner Announcements & Closing
Final remarks and award distribution
* all sessions will be held on Zoom
Hackathon Registration
MAY 14th (12pm GMT) to MAY 15th (3:30pm GMT)
Participation in the hackathon includes attendance at the two pre-hackathon sessions.
