Wildfires are unpredictable, but we can design solutions to help communities adapt. Join the Mindshifts on Megafires Design Challenge, a hands-on competition where UCSD students collaborate, innovate, and tackle real-world wildfire challenges. From April 25-27, the UC San Diego Design Lab and the San Diego Supercomputer Center will host their second Mindshifts on Megafires Design Challenge!

The challenge brings together wildfire experts, design leaders, and tech innovators, offering hands-on mentorship and real-world insights to help you develop impactful solutions and present them to judges.

What you get for registering:

• A chance to win an exclusive internship at the San Diego Supercomputer Center
• Portfolio-worthy projects including UI/UX designs, interactive tools, etc
• Networking opportunities with professionals from SDSC, Design Lab, WIFIRE lab, and more
• First 25 registrants will receive a gift card upon completing their pitch
• Meals and beverage during the challenge

Location: The Basement, UC San Diego

Key Dates

• Info Session: April 18th, 3:30 - 5:30 PM
• Kick-Off: April 25th, 3:30 - 5:30 PM
• Design Challenge: April 26–27, 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
• Pitch & Awards: May 2nd, 1-3 PM