About the Challenge
The Train the Trainer Program at GUST equips faculty members with the expertise and credentials to deliver Amazon Web Services (AWS) education across academic and professional platforms. Bringing together instructors from multiple colleges and departments, the program combines specialized AWS courses with industry-recognized certifications, enabling faculty to confidently teach cloud computing to students, peers, and executive education participants.
Challenge Themes
Theme 1
Explore a range of majors and minors with nearly limitless opportunities to launch your career.
Theme 2
Explore a range of majors and minors with nearly limitless opportunities to launch your career.
Theme 3
Explore a range of majors and minors with nearly limitless opportunities to launch your career.
Theme 4
Explore a range of majors and minors with nearly limitless opportunities to launch your career.
Format & Activities
GUST's Foundation Program Unit is the stepping stone
Challenge Timeline
Who Can Apply
Open to all undergraduate students with a passion for innovation. We look for diverse backgrounds and creative thinkers ready to tackle real-world problems.
- Currently enrolled in any accredited university.
- No prior entrepreneurship experience required.
- All disciplines are welcome.
Group Requirement
Teams must consist of 3–5 members. We recommend including members from different disciplines to ensure a well-rounded project.
- Cross-disciplinary teams are encouraged.
- Individual applications are accepted.
- Each team should assign a primary contact.
General Requirement
Participants must maintain active enrollment in their university and be able to attend the weekly check-ins throughout the duration of the challenge.
- Commit 6–8 hours weekly.
- Follow the challenge code of conduct.
- Submit milestones on time.
Guardians of Diversity
Participants must maintain active enrollment in their university and be able to attend the weekly check-ins throughout the duration of the challenge.
This track supports underrepresented groups in innovation and promotes inclusive collaboration.
Evaluation Criteria
- Value Proposition & Impact Potential: Is the proposed solution answering a real need
- Innovation: Is the product or service innovative.
- Team: Does the team contain the right set of skills.
- Traction: Has the team validated the product market fit
- Business Model: Does the proposed solution have the potential...
Prizes
Prize 1
We bring together creative minds through innovation challenges and hackathons that spark new ideas and real-world solutions.
Prize 2
We host hands-on workshops that build skills in innovation, entrepreneurship, and inclusive design.
Prize 3
Our programs inspire and support entrepreneurs at every stage from idea to startup through mentorship, training, and resources.
