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NEIU Eagle HackFest is the College of Business and Technology’s annual student hackathon hosted by the Department of Computer Science. Open to students of all backgrounds and skill levels, this event is designed to inspire collaboration, innovation, and creative problem-solving. Participants work in teams to tackle real-world challenges across specialized tracks such as Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and General Computer Science. Each track features a faculty-designed prompt, giving students the opportunity to brainstorm, prototype, and pitch their ideas in a high-energy, supportive environment.

With guidance from industry mentors and access to a wide range of resources, students engage in hands-on learning while building practical skills and expanding their professional networks. Eagle HackFest is more than a competition: it’s a celebration of creativity and community within the rapidly evolving tech landscape. Whether you're an experienced coder or just starting your journey, this event offers a welcoming space to explore new tools, work on meaningful projects, and connect with peers and professionals who share a passion for technology.

NEIU Eagle HackFest 2025

Friday, April 4 2025 | Alumni Hall

Keynote Speaker: Brianne Caplan | Executive Director and Founder, Code Your Dreams

With over 130 participants at the NEIU Eagle HackFest 2025, students came together from 9 local colleges and universities to compete in one of four hacks: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity (CY), Information Technology (IT), and General Computer Science (CS).

Problems from the HackFest are available to try on

Winning Teams

AI Track:

• Arman Aubakir (Roosevelt University)
• Ibrokhimjon Mirsalikhov (Roosevelt University)

Cybersecurity Track:

• Yehoshua Zagorin (Oakton Community College)
• Olayemi Agboola (NEIU)
• Brendan Howe (NEIU)

IT Track:

• Geohnavi Marsakatla (NEIU)
• Navyasri Maskani (NEIU)
• Asish Preetham Gundala (Illinois Institute of Technology)
• William Pitts (NEIU)

CS Track:

• Jaya Prakash Yadav Gorla (DePaul University)
• Raju Meesala (DePaul University)
• Ashish Karikere (Roosevelt University)
• Kartheek Puttu (Roosevelt University)
• Sreeja Gurijala (Roosevelt University)

NEIU Eagle HackFest 2024

Friday, April 12 2024 | El Centro

Keynote Speaker: Ellie Bahrmasel | CEO, Further Faster Ventures 

The theme of this year’s hackathon is “Better Communities.” Students will select from a series of project prompts focused on real-world problems, and will spend the day designing, prototyping and proposing technology solutions to improve their local communities.

For example:

• How might we build volunteer systems to help deliver groceries to the elderly?
• How might we support working parents who want to maintain their work-life balance when switching contexts?
• How might we help immigrants who want to regularly connect with family in their home countries?
• How might we help students build and maintain healthy routines when they start college?
• How might we help first-generation college applicants navigate the college search process?

NEIU Eagle HackFest 2023

Friday, April 15 2023 | El Centro

Keynote Speaker: Beth Windisch | Executive Officer, Region 5, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency 

The hackathon will have challenges in several areas, including Cybersecurity, Mobile Applications, and Internet of Things. This is an excellent opportunity for students to showcase their skills and collaborate with peers to create innovative solutions. The event will bring together students from diverse backgrounds to solve real-world problems. During the hackathon, you will work in teams to find creative solutions to the challenges. There will be mentors from industry available to guide you, and you will have access to the resources you need to bring your ideas to life.