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Build with AI: Student Hackathon

BWHawai'i Pacific University
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dateSep 3, 2026
location1 Aloha Tower Dr
priceTBA
formatIn-Person
organiserHawai'i Pacific University

about this event

Build with AI Turn an idea into a working solution using AI — no coding experience required.

AI is changing the way ideas are researched, developed, tested, and brought to life. Build with AI is a hands-on, three-hour hackathon designed to help students learn how to use today's AI tools as part of a practical problem-solving process.

Designed primarily for college students, with HPU students especially encouraged to participate, the event will bring participants together in teams to move from an initial challenge to a solution they can demonstrate and present.

Rather than simply learning about AI, you'll use it.

Throughout the hackathon, you'll learn how to use AI to help you: Develop and refine ideas Research a problem and understand who it affects Think through potential users and customers Evaluate and improve possible solutions Develop a simple business model Create and test a prototype Prepare a short pitch Work more effectively with AI as a thinking and building partner

You do not need coding, entrepreneurship, or previous hackathon experience to participate. The process will be guided step-by-step, and the emphasis is on learning how to think, experiment, and build with AI.

Learn more about the John F. Scarpa Entrepreneurial Pathway at: https://www.hpu.edu/cob/scarpa/index.html

schedule

Thu 03 Sep2:00 PM - 5:00 PM HST

Build with AI: Student Hackathon

Hands-on, three-hour hackathon for students to learn how to use AI tools in a practical problem-solving process. Team-based from challenge to demonstrated solution and pitch.

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