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DO YOU WANT TO GROW YOUR COLLABORATIVE PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS AND LEARN MORE ABOUT DESIGN-THINKING STRATEGIES, ALL WHILE HELPING SAVE THE WORLD?
Wege Prize 2021 is open to undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate students from anywhere in the world who want to work together to re-think and re-design the way our economies work by creating regenerative solutions that have a widespread and lasting impact.
Wege Prize is a multi-phase competition that is broken down into manageable parts, including built-in feedback loops from competition judges each step of the way.
When does it start? Right now! So, start connecting and brainstorming today, and be sure to follow us on social media (links below) for the latest updates and join the Wege Prize LinkedIn group, where you can begin to network with other potential participants from around the world.
Wege Prize 2021 teams must collaboratively design and propose a product, service, business/non-profit organization, or other solution to a wicked problem of their choosing that can help us transition from a linear economic model to a circular economic model.
Any full-time undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral level college/university student in the world is eligible to compete! However, diversity is the key to building a successful Wege Prize 2021 team.
To be eligible to compete, teams must:
Read The Rules: http://www.wegeprize.org/rules
As you’re working to build a transdisciplinary team, solve wicked problems, and succeed in Wege Prize 2021, we’re here to guide you with tips along the way!
Did you know that Wege Prize 2021 is a multi-phase competition that is broken down into manageable parts, including built-in feedback loops from expert judges each step of the way? This kind of immersive learning experience is what sets Wege Prize apart from other design competitions!
As the required deliverables increase in scope and complexity, feedback loops at each phase act as a support system, connecting teams directly with the judges who are evaluating their work.
Still trying to figure out how to build an amazing team? Head over to our blog to read our team building tips.
When you apply for Wege Prize 2021, you’ll also be introducing your team and telling us a bit more about the wicked problem you’re interested in tackling. You can also find our guide to creating a strong team application over on the blog.
Whether you’re a student looking to participate, or a faculty member/professional looking to help build and/or mentor a team, be sure to join the Wege Prize LinkedIn group. The group has members from all over the world, so you never know who you’ll be able to connect with!
Applications for Wege Prize 2021 are now being accepted through November 9, 2020. To apply, go to wegeprize.org/apply.
For questions, email us at wicked@wegeprize.org.
WEGE PRIZE 2021 STARTS NOW
Questions? Contact us at wicked@wegeprize.org.
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