HACK DISASTER: The International Hackathon to Rebuild Cities
An historic event! The first ever hackathon that partners Ukrainian Students with US Students to help solve the world’s most urgent and critical challenges!
An opportunity to have a positive impact on the world!
Each participant will receive an official certificate of participation and an event t -shirt!
Fame and prizes for winning team!
Tech Tactics: Navigating the Business Frontier of Emerging Technologies
The session will explore how businesses adapt to rapid technological advancements and what it takes to drive innovation in today’s fast-evolving marketplace.
Gain insights into product development strategies, business models, and market trends, and learn how emerging technologies like AI, immersive media, and advanced manufacturing are reshaping industries.
Diego will also share real-world examples and offer practical advice for integrating new technologies into business processes and product roadmaps.
Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon Competition 6 (11.15)
The Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon provides students with an opportunity to exercise their creative problem solving skills and win $100!
The Ideathon is hosted in the FSU Innovation Hub and sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and Blackstone LaunchPad.
The competition will be an open floor idea pitching forum. Present an innovative, impactful, and feasible solution to ANY existing problem. Solutions may include business ideas, physical inventions, services, systems, apps, etc.
INNOVATION MINOR MIXER
There’s no doubt that the Innovation Minor is right for you! Connect with fellow students and instructors to explore everything the Minor has to offer. This is a chance to network, ask questions, and get a clear understanding of the path toward completing the minor.
Learn about the course requirements, opportunities, and benefits of pursuing the Innovation Minor, and how it can complement your major and career goals.
Check your progress toward completion, and discover ways to make the most of your innovation journey through hands-on learning and cross-disciplinary experiences.
Technology Adaptation Lifecycle: What Does That Even Mean?
Explore stages through which technologies are introduced, adopted, and integrated.
Discuss key phases of the lifecycle, from early adoption to widespread implementation, and managing each stage to maximize value.
Demystify the adaptation process and highlight best practices for staying ahead of the curve in an ever-changing tech landscape.
Creating A Digital Portfolio: Show Your Work
An in-depth look at how augmented reality (AR) is transforming creative expression. Take a look into Spark AR, a powerful platform for building interactive AR experiences.
Learn how to design immersive filters and effects, integrating 3D objects, animations, and interactions that extend beyond the digital screen.
Explore practical applications and showcase how AR can be leveraged for storytelling, branding, and enhancing user engagement across various platforms.
Lunch Hour (Fall 24)
Featuring: FSU DevLUP, students with a passion for making games through design, art, code, storytelling, music & so much more
Drop in, join the conversation and grab a bite. 🍕🙌
Innovators X: Design Thinking Crash Course
The session will explore the fundamentals of Design Thinking and how it can be used to tackle complex problems creatively and collaboratively.
Gain insights into the key stages of the design thinking process—empathize, ideate, and build—and learn how to apply these methods to real-world challenges in various industries.
Learn to develop innovative solutions that drive meaningful impact.
Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon Competition 5 (11.1)
The Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon provides students with an opportunity to exercise their creative problem solving skills and win $100!
The Ideathon is hosted in the FSU Innovation Hub and sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and Blackstone LaunchPad.
The competition will be an open floor idea pitching forum. Present an innovative, impactful, and feasible solution to ANY existing problem. Solutions may include business ideas, physical inventions, services, systems, apps, etc.
NextEra Energy 24hr Hackathon: Innovating the ENERGY-VERSE
Seminoles. Assemble! Are you ready to transform the future of home energy? This 24-hour event invites you to team up with NextEra Energy, the parent company of Florida Power & Light, to develop innovative ideas that enhance energy usage and efficiency within the home.
Bring your creativity and your ideas! Together, we’ll explore how cutting-edge technologies like smart home devices, IoT, and electric vehicles can improve the customer experience, making homes smarter, safer, and more energy efficient.
This exciting event gives you a chance to dive into NextEra Energy’s innovative culture and reimagine the future of energy in the home with technology, engineering, and communication.
No programming skills required!
Link for more information and to Register:
Lunch Hour (Fall 24)
Featuring: Bria Weisblat, Information Technology major; Presidential Scholar; 3D Design Specialist and Fabrication Laboratory Technician
Drop in, join the conversation and grab a bite. 🍕🙌
Intro to User Experience: Awakening the UX
Featuring: UX Collective & Arianna Nichols, President of the UXC and a 4th-year Psychology and Information Technology double major.
Learn what UX is, how it can be applied across different industries, and where UX design is headed.
Discover how you can get involved with the UX Club and start your own journey in UX design.
Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon Competition 4 (10.18)
The Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon provides students with an opportunity to exercise their creative problem solving skills and win $100!
The Ideathon is hosted in the FSU Innovation Hub and sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and Blackstone LaunchPad.
The competition will be an open floor idea pitching forum. Present an innovative, impactful, and feasible solution to ANY existing problem. Solutions may include business ideas, physical inventions, services, systems, apps, etc.
Innovators in Residence: Practice to Profession - Featuring DR. PAUL MARTY
This series features FSU Faculty who have developed mastery skills while making strides in their respective disciplines.
Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon Competition 3 (10.4)
The Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon provides students with an opportunity to exercise their creative problem solving skills and win $100!
The Ideathon is hosted in the FSU Innovation Hub and sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and Blackstone LaunchPad.
The competition will be an open floor idea pitching forum. Present an innovative, impactful, and feasible solution to ANY existing problem. Solutions may include business ideas, physical inventions, services, systems, apps, etc.
Intro to 2D Design: Vectors vs. Pixels
Dive into the fundamentals! Explore the basics of 2D design using Inkscape. Learn about the crucial role of 2D design in graphic design, web design, and product design, and get hands-on experience with the tools and panels that power these creative fields.
Gain a solid foundation in the basics of 2D design, including the difference between vector and raster graphics
Leave with practical experience in creating simple 2D designs, giving you the confidence to continue exploring and developing your skills independently.
Seminole Innovator Lunch Hour (Fall 24)
Featuring: James Hudson IV, ICT major; minors in STEM Entrepreneurship & Innovation; Presidential Scholar; 3D Design Specialist and Fabrication Lab Intern
Seminole Innovators’ Lunch Hour (Fall 24)
Featuring: Madison Dodd, photographer, graphic designer & FSU Alumni; majored in Advertising, minored in Innovation.
Intro to 3D Printing
Join us for an exciting Introduction to 3D Printing workshop where we'll explore the endless possibilities of 3D printing, from fun, creative projects to functional, practical applications.
This workshop covers the limits and ranges of 3D printing technology, providing a comprehensive overview for beginners and enthusiasts alike.
Please bring personal computers to follow along.
FACULTY Innovator: Coffee Chats
Every other Wednesday faculty from across campus gather to share insights and discuss possibilities around academic innovation.
All faculty are invited to attend and connect!
8:30 - 9:00 Breakfast and Networking
9:00 - 9:30 Presentation
9:30 - 10:00 Discussion
Gen AI Sessions – alternating Wednesdays:
Sept 4: Gen AI and Faculty Innovators – Presentation by Paul Marty
Sept 18: Gen AI, Ethics, and Art – Presentation by Rob Duarte
Oct 2: Gen AI and Academic Integrity — Presentation by Joshua Morgan
Oct 16: Gen AI and Medicine — Presentation by Zhe He and Mia Lustria
Oct 30: Gen AI and Qualitative Data Analysis — Presentation by Solveig Brown and Rashad Aziz
Nov 13: Gen AI and K12 Education — Presentation by Carrie Meyers and Jim Reynolds
Dec 4: TBD
Designing the Future: Hub Hang-Out
Students, faculty, and staff are all welcome to drop in and discover a wide range of possibilities through cutting-edge technology and innovative design. Explore emerging tech, discover cool new classes, connect on projects and have a great time.
No visit would be complete without some refreshments—grab a slice of pizza while you explore the opportunities that await you at The Hub!
Seminole Innovators SHOWCASE (Spring 24)
Explore an exhibition of projects, ideas, games, artworks, technologies, and other innovative work.
Lunch Hour V (Spring 24)
Featuring: Ahmed Negm, seasoned Tech Entrepreneur & Product Management expert; on a mission to drive impactful change in the tech industry; known for consistently delivering growth & success for startups; champions user-centric innovation, combining technology & entrepreneurship to create a lasting impact.
Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon Competitions III
The Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon provides students with an opportunity to exercise their creative problem solving skills and win $100!
The Ideathon is hosted in the FSU Innovation Hub and sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and Blackstone LaunchPad.
The competition will be an open floor idea pitching forum. Present an innovative, impactful, and feasible solution to ANY existing problem. Solutions may include business ideas, physical inventions, services, systems, apps, etc.
Lunch Hour V (Spring 24)
Featuring: Jamie Guterman, Junior Infomation, Communication, and Technology (ICT) major with a minor in Innovation, explores passion for the intersections between tech, experiential design, and research.
Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon Competitions II
The Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon provides students with an opportunity to exercise their creative problem solving skills and win $100!
The Ideathon is hosted in the FSU Innovation Hub and sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and Blackstone LaunchPad.
The competition will be an open floor idea pitching forum. Present an innovative, impactful, and feasible solution to ANY existing problem. Solutions may include business ideas, physical inventions, services, systems, apps, etc.
Lunch Hour IV (Spring 24)
Featuring: Arianna Nicolas, 3rd year Psychology and Information Technology double major, aspiring to be a UX designer; “Psychology and design make up every bit of who I am—figuratively and literally—and it is something I am passionate about. ”
Innovators in Residence: LUCAS VON HOLLEN
This series features FSU Faculty who have developed mastery skills while making strides in their respective disciplines.
Lunch Hour III (Spring 24)
Featuring: Cyrus Sabet, Media Communication Studies major; background in digital media and broadcast; successfully combined diversified interests in communication and innovation through emerging technology and innovative frameworks.
filaMent to Be: 3D Printing Workshop
Dive into a world where passion meets innovation as we blend technology & romance to create one-of-a-kind, personalized items for that special someone.
Lunch Hour II (Spring 24)
Featuring: Prerna Ravinder, fourth-year double majoring in Interdisciplinary Social Science and Computer Programming with a minor in Innovation, explores the importance of engaging in multiple disciplines while reflecting on her journey to translating passion to profession.
24hr Design Sprint: Human Trafficking
DESIGN CHALLENGE: Given that there are between 20 million and 40 million people in modern slavery today, how might we raise awareness of the problem, call attention to victims, and place pressure on offenders to reduce the incidents of human trafficking?
Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon Competitions I
The Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon provides students with an opportunity to exercise their creative problem solving skills and win $100!
The Ideathon is hosted in the FSU Innovation Hub and sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and Blackstone LaunchPad.
The competition will be an open floor idea pitching forum. Present an innovative, impactful, and feasible solution to ANY existing problem. Solutions may include business ideas, physical inventions, services, systems, apps, etc.
Lunch Hour I (Spring 24)
Featuring: Colby Jacobs, third-year Computer Science major, Innovation minor; Co-founder & President of Seminole Innovators; passionate for assisting other in building new skills while widening exposure to possibilities in programming, technology, & game design.
Swing into Spring
Calling ALL students and staff eager to explore opportunities and cutting-edge resources. This dynamic space allows you to ignite your innovative and design spirit, connect with like-minded enthusiasts, and explore the tools shaping tomorrow. Don't miss out – possibilities start here!
Rooks Rumble
Many talk but few can actually play!
Find a challenger & test your skills in this open seat chess tournament. Most WINS crowned CHAMP