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Programs / Leadership & Public Service / Clinton Global Initiative University

Extension Programs & Events

Participate in events and competitions addressing the most pressing global challenges

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2022 Programs & Events

As part of the Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U) year-round programming, students have the opportunity to participate in events and competitions addressing the most pressing global challenges, in collaboration with partner organizations. Please check this page often for updates on application details and deadlines.

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Verizon Forward for Good Challenge

An extension program supporting students and CGI U alumni in the U.S. in advancing projects that use leading-edge technology with the opportunity to earn a spot in an accelerator program, with access to seed funding and living stipends.

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IBM Call for Code Education Innovation Case Competition

An extension program supporting students advancing equity in education through an international tech-driven case competition.

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Up to Us Campus Competition

An extension program supporting students in the U.S. in building a more sustainable economic and fiscal future.

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Past Programs & Events

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2021 IBM Call for Code — University Edition

As part of IBM’s Code and Response initiative, CGI U and IBM co-host virtual Code and Response Hackathons that engage the next generation of global leaders on college campuses to harness modern, emerging, and open source technologies to develop solutions tackling climate change and racial justice.