OVERVIEW
AlchemiHack is an innovation sprint open to all Alchemists. Teams of five identify a real problem within the ALCHE community, develop a solution, and pitch it to a panel of judges. The best two teams win amazing prizes and receive staff support for implementation.
Built by Alchemists, for Alchemists.
Through a structured process of team formation, independent research, and competitive pitching, the event aims to cultivate a culture of problem-solving and creative thinking at ALCHE, while giving students a practical platform to apply innovation skills, collaborate across cohorts, and contribute meaningfully to the improvement of their community.
TIMELINE
| Phase | Description |
|---|---|
| By 17 May | Call for applications closes. Teams of 5 registered on Devpost. |
| 17 – 20 May | Teams work on their solutions independently. |
| By 20 May | Teams submit slide deck: problem, solution, plan of action. |
| 21 May | Pitch Day at the Piazza. Top 5 teams advance to Finals. |
| 5 June | Finals during Assembly at the Piazza. |
Pitching format: 4 minutes to pitch, 2 minutes for Q&A. Top 5 teams advance to Finals.
Requirements
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
What to Build
- A clearly defined problem within the ALCHE community
- A proposed solution that is actionable and realistic
- A prototype or demo of your solution — this can be a physical model, mockup, app, or any tangible representation
- A plan of action outlining how the solution would be implemented
What to Submit
- A pitch deck link (Google Slides, Canva, PowerPoint, etc.)
- A prototype demo video (maximum 3 minutes)
- Both must be submitted via Devpost before Thursday, 20 May 2026
- Late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted
Prizes
Super U Voucher
2500MUR per team
Judges
Tineyi Madungwe
Uncle J
Jeremy
Nadine
Judging Criteria
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Problem Identification
Is the problem real, relevant, and clearly defined within the ALCHE community? -
Solution Feasibility
Is the proposed solution realistic and implementable within the ALCHE context? -
Creativity & Originality
Does the solution bring a fresh or innovative approach to the problem? -
Plan of Action
Is there a clear, structured plan outlining how the solution would be implemented? -
Prototype / Demo
Does the prototype or demo video effectively illustrate the solution? -
Presentation & Communication
Is the pitch clear, confident, and delivered within the time limit? -
Potential Impact
How significantly could this solution improve life within the ALCHE community?
Questions? Email the hackathon manager