Worcester Inter-University Innovation Exchange (WIIX)
Welcome to the Worcester Inter-University Innovation Exchange (WIIX)
The WIIX Evening Event is a dynamic, fast-paced gathering designed to bring together students from Worcester’s universities to network and share innovative ideas. This 2-hour event emphasizes connections, rapid pitches, and meaningful conversations, fostering cross-campus innovation in an engaging and energetic setting.
Hosted by i3Lab
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Event Details- November 20
Name: Worcester Inter-University Innovation Exchange (WIIX) - Evening Event
Host: WPI i3Lab, with partner universities (WPI, College of the Holy Cross, Nichols College). Other universities are welcome to join!
Hosted by the i3Lab at I&E Center.
Duration: 2 hours, evening session
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Agenda
5:00 PM - Opening Mixer & Networking (30 minutes)
5:30 PM - 1-Minute Rapid Pitch Session (60 minutes)
Pitches (1 Minute Each): Students or teams present a 1-minute pitch of their innovative ideas, focusing on the event’s core themes:
- Pitch to Connect
- Pitch to find co-founders.
- Pitch for Mentorship
- Pitch for Practice
6:30 PM - Closing Mixer (30 minutes)
Goals
- Connect and Collaborate: Facilitate introductions among students from different universities and disciplines to exchange ideas.
- Highlight Innovation: Provide a platform for students to present their concepts, receive feedback, and gain recognition.
- Community Building: Strengthen ties among Worcester universities and encourage inter-university collaboration.