DIVHACKS 2025

OCTOBER 4-5TH

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ABOUT DIVHACKS

DivHacks, founded in 2017, is Columbia University's premier student-led annual diversity hackathon. Over the past seven years, DivHacks has welcomed attendees from all over the tri-state area. We strive to create an empowering and inspirational space for students who are historically underrepresented in the tech industry. Our goal is an experience that not only reimagines what diversity should look like in the tech industry but gives students the tools to use technology to implement change.

TRACKS

Productivity

Build tools that help people work smarter, live healthier, and learn better in school, the workplace, and everyday life. Empower people to do more in less time.

Sustainability

Develop solutions for a greener future, from fighting climate change to improving public health. Think global impact, local action, and tech that drives real social good.

Entertainment

Create the next generation of fun—whether it's games, social platforms, or immersive experiences. Redefine how people play, connect, and express themselves.

Emerging Tech

Experiment with cutting-edge technology like AI/ML, autonomous systems, spatial computing, XR (VR/AR). Build the unexpected and shape what's next.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Our hackathon is an awesome 36-hour long in-person event hosted at Columbia University where people come together to design something new and bring it to life! There will be lots of learning and workshops, fun games, speakers, and prizes for you to enjoy throughout the event!

DivHacks welcomes anyone who is currently a college student, both undergraduate or graduate! We are trying to provide a safe and empowering space for students who identify as part of an underrepresented group in tech, but we welcome everyone who feels they would benefit from this type of space! If you feel this hackathon in not right for you as a hacker, but you would like to participate in some other way as a mentor, workshop leader, or volunteer, please contact us!

Not at all! You do not have to have any experience or even be a CS major. DivHacks welcomes people of all skill levels, and that includes those who are interested in learning. Throughout the hackathon, there will be workshops aimed towards beginners in different areas including workshops for those with no prior programming experience at all. This year, we especially hope to focus on creating tracks that even people without any experience can leave the event with a project!

Yes! We have organized catering for all participants, and swag will be available at booths set up onsite!

No, feel free to come to attend workshops, hang out with other hackers, and listen to speakers.

Yes! If you want to be a mentor, lead a workshop, or help out elsewhere, please apply!

Please email us at cu.divhacks@gmail.com if you have any additional questions!