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Missouri Hacks, organized by SOARE, offers high school students an opportunity to demonstrate their enthusiasm for computer science at Missouri's largest public university. Participants get to experience a hands-on workshop in their chosen category, and then collaborate in teams to create and present coding projects, competing against their peers. Their submissions are evaluated by a panel of professors and upper-level computer science undergraduates for grading and placement. Participants who place high on the leaderboard are awarded prizes.
Any student who is currently enrolled in high school is eligible to participate in Missouri Hacks. We have multiple workshops and submission categories to allow participants from different levels of experience to benefit from this event.
We are excited to be hosting four engaging and hands-on workshops this year for our attendees. Whether you're a seasoned programmer or new to coding, there's something for everyone:
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ADVANCED
Our hands-on workshop designed specifically for advanced programmers. Dive into the fundamentals of artificial intelligence, and master the techniques to create your own regression and classification models with Python. Enhance your skills and stay ahead in the rapidly evolving field of AI.
ADVANCED
Step into the future with our VR workshop. Learn the essentials of creating immersive virtual reality experiences, including VR programming and design principles.
INTERMEDIATE
Elevate your web development skills with our intermediate workshop. Designed for programmers with basic coding knowledge, this course covers the fundamentals of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, providing you with the foundational skills to build and style interactive web pages.
BEGINNER
Designed for beginners, this course covers the core principles of programming, algorithms, and problem-solving techniques. Gain a solid foundation in computer science concepts and start your journey into the world of technology and innovation.
Our amazing team is comprised of Mizzou students that are actively studying a variety of engineering disciplines. They are all involved in higher education research as members of the Student Organization for the Advancement of Research Education (SOARE).
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Martín Leija
Coordinator
Computer Science
Derek Nissen
Assistant Coordinator
Computer Science
Mel Nezirovic
Financial Coordinator
Information Technology
Ethan Johnson
Coding Coordinator
Computer Science
Skylar Perry
Technical Coordinator
Computer Science
Gage Smith
Outreach Coordinator
Computer Science
Ashton Wooster
Coding Lead
Computer Science
Carter Cox
Coding Lead
Computer Science
Isabella de León
Coding Team
Biomedical Engineering
Michaela Duran
Coding Team
Biomedical Engineering
Ian Greene
Coding Team
Mechanical Engineering
Gianni Ioannou
Coding Team
Computer Science
Tanner Kuchar
Coding Team
Computer Science
Omari Mourning
Coding Team
Computer Science
Greyson Rockwell
Coding Team
Computer Science
Dr. Yves Chabu
Faculty Advisor
Biological Sciences
What is SOARE?
SOARE instills knowledge, curiosity and excitement for STEM in high school students by increasing the accessibility of science research opportunities at the high school level. Students who participate in these high school research programs have the opportunity to complete collegiate level research, compete at international research symposia, and potentially patent or publish their findings.
Missouri Hacks History
Missouri Hacks is the first ever high school hackathon hosted by the University of Missouri. The 2024-2025 season will be the second annual event. Our leadership has experience with managing 1000+ sized events for youth and adults along with experience working with students in a University capacity. We are apart of the Student Organization for the Advancement of Research Education (SOARE) who focus on high school research programs around the state and hosts the regional Junior Science and Humanities Symposium. SOARE is apart of the University of Missouri and is a registered student organization.
How many competitors per team?
Teams are allowed up to 4 members.
What is the dress code?
There is no dress code! Dress in whatever you prefer to code in as long as it is school-appropriate.
Is food provided?
We will be providing breakfast and lunch for all participants. Please make sure to list any dietary restrictions in the registration form!
Do I need to bring a computer?
We encourage participants to bring their own laptops, but we do have computers available if needed.
Which workshop should I go to?
It is highly encouraged that beginner programmers or those with little experience attend the Intro to CS Workshop. Otherwise, pick what you think you will enjoy the most!
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