What is HackKU?

HackKU is a 36 hour hackathon event where students come together to build innovative projects and compete for exciting prizes. Hackers can attend workshops, network with sponsors, and explore new technologies, all while meeting new people and having fun!

Check out our previous events:

HackKU 2021
HackKU 2022
HackKU 2023
HackKU 2024

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about HackKU.

Have more questions? Join our Discord or email us at hack@ku.edu.

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2025 Sponsors

HackKU is supported by an incredible group of sponsors who make this event possible.

Tera Tier

EverlySecurity Benefit

Giga Tier

PellaRipple

Mega Tier

GarminPatient Safety

Kila Tier

Niantic 8th WallPeak Performance ITPinnacle TechnologyTradebot

Partners

Stand Out StickersRedbull

Meet the Team

The passionate individuals driving HackKU25 forward. Our team is dedicated to creating an unforgettable hackathon experience for all participants.

James Hurd

James Hurd

Director

Joshua Lee

Joshua Lee

Vice Director

Anh Hoang

Anh Hoang

Co-Director of Media & Marketing

David Westerhaus

David Westerhaus

Co-Director of Media & Marketing

Sarah Moore

Sarah Moore

Media & Marketing

Katharine Swann

Katharine Swann

Media & Marketing

Achinth Ulagapperoli

Achinth Ulagapperoli

Media & Marketing

Ky Le

Ky Le

Media & Marketing

Will Whitehead

Will Whitehead

Director of Technology

Andrew Huang

Andrew Huang

Technology

Raven Duong

Raven Duong

Director of Logistics

Shayna Weinstein

Shayna Weinstein

Logistics

Sreeja Narahari

Sreeja Narahari

Logistics

Kieran Egan

Kieran Egan

Logistics & Director of Finance

Trent Gould

Trent Gould

Director of Sponsorship

Drew Meyer

Drew Meyer

Sponsorship

Kevinh Nguyen

Kevinh Nguyen

Sponsorship

Arul Sethi

Arul Sethi

Co-Director of Nourishment

Andrew Ha

Andrew Ha

Co-Director of Nourishment