DandyHacks is the University of Rochester’s annual 42-hour long
hackathon. In Fall 2024, it will be our 12th anniversary, and we’re so excited
to once again hold this amazing milestone in-person! As a fully student-led
organization at a tier 1 research university, we embody our school’s
values, encouraging participants to question the world and learn more.
DandyHacks is very beginner-friendly, and we welcome students from all
backgrounds and majors. Participating in DandyHacks is not just about
winning; it is about collaborating with peers, learning from mentors,
and gaining valuable experiences. We hope to see you there!
A hackathon is an event in which people meet to collaboratively build their ideas using technology.
Any graduate or undergraduate student over the age of 18 enrolled in a North American institution of higher education is eligible. All hackers must be vaccinated and are encouraged to mask while indoors.
Hackers do not have to pay to participate. Hackers just need to register and check-in upon arrival. Registration will open up in early September, but you may join discord and follow us on Instagram @dandyhacks to stay up to date on all things DandyHacks!
The hackathon will be fully in-person with a couple online workshops.
Please see the University of Rochester COVID-19 protocols.
You can work individually or with a team. Each team can have a maximum of 4 people, and don’t worry if you don’t have a team yet! We will make time and communication channels for you to find a team.
You may not start hacking before the event, but you can start planning and gathering resources.
Reach out to us at our email or on our Instagram!