The Doherty Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership will host the Triple Impact Challenge on Nov. 6.
The Triple Impact Challenge is a competition in which Elon student teams present their solutions to a particular problem in the world. Problems can range from clean water in third world countries to recycling in residence halls to a lack of distribution for local artists. Teams research their chosen issue and present their solution to a panel of judges.
Culmination Event
Thursday, November 6, 2014
4:00 p.m.
Global Commons Media Room 103
Benefits of Student Participation
- Engage in a challenge
- Connect with professionals in the field you’re interested in pursuing
- Develop problem-solving skills
- Add value to the local community
Pitch Details
During the culminating event on Nov. 6, teams will showcase solutions during a 7 minute presentation with university leaders, alumni and students. Judges will measure potential impact and prizes will be announced.
Prizes
1st place: $500
2nd place: $300
3rd place: $200
For more information, visit elon.edu/tripleimpact.
Questions? Contact Kevin O’Mara, executive director of the Doherty Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership, at omarak@elon.edu or Scott Kelly, coordinator of student entreprenuership, at skelly25@elon.edu.