Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to know how to code to sign up?

No! This hackathon does not require technical skills, just creativity and eagerness to solve tough problems!

When is MIT COVID HACK?

First weekend of IAP, January 8-10.

How big can my team be?

Teams of up to four undergraduate students are allowed. 

Who will choose the winners?

Administrators from across the institute. Full list of judges coming soon!

What are the hack tracks?

The four hack tracks are: 

1. Designing Outdoor Spaces: What do you want campus to look like in the spring? Identify and develop spaces for students to safely socialize outdoors during the Cambridge winter. 

2. Reimagining Virtual Communities: Getting tired of Zoom parties and awkward breakout rooms? Rethink online socialization with innovative methods to meet new people and hang out with friends virtually.

3. Improving the Remote Learning Experience: We know that Zoom classes are far from perfect, so how can we make the most of an online learning experience? Create technology or policy that improves remote learning in the Spring. 

4. Connecting Students and Policies: Due to COVID-19, campus policies are constantly changing and it can be hard to stay updated as a student. Design strategies and tools to improve communication and compliance.

Email covid-hack@mit.edu with any additional questions!