Welcome to the UCC Project Hub Program!

At the UCC, we believe in bridging the gap between academia and industry by providing students with hands-on, project-based learning experiences. We partner with leading employers and student organizations to organize dynamic events such as hackathons, tech challenges, and competitions. These events serve as platforms for students to showcase their skills, collaborate with peers, and engage directly with industry leaders.

How It Works:

  • Challenge Introduction: Employers present challenges and tasks, giving students the opportunity to explore and develop new skills.
  • Team Collaboration: Students work in teams to solve these challenges, enhancing teamwork, communication, and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Mentorship: Employers answer questions, and provide feedback and guidance to refine solutions and improve learning outcomes.
  • Presentation and Judging: Teams present their solutions to an employer panel, demonstrating innovation and technical skills. Winners are chosen based on creativity, feasibility, and execution.

Benefits of Participation:

  • Skill Development: Participating in hackathons, case competitions, and other project-based challenges pushes students’ creative and analytical boundaries, helping them develop valuable skills that are in high demand by employers.
  • Networking Opportunities: Engaging directly with industry leaders provides students with invaluable networking opportunities. These interactions can lead to internships, job offers, and professional mentorship, helping students jumpstart their careers.
  • Resume Enhancement: The projects completed during UCC events serve as tangible evidence of students’ skills and abilities. Including these experiences on resumes and portfolios can significantly enhance their appeal to potential employers.

Stay Tuned:

The schedule for Fall 2024 challenges will be announced soon.

  1. HackCBRE (Fall 2023)
  2. Frontier Communications Tech Challenge (Spring 2024)

For Employers

If you are an employer interested in hosting a Challenge/Hackathon, you can reach out to Yuliia Sobko, Associate Director of Experiential Programs, at yuliia.sobko@utdallas.edu.

Frontier Communications Tech Challenge (Spring 2024)

HackCBRE (Fall 2023)