Major League Hacking 2025 Hackathon Season

About HackRPI

HackRPI 2025 is Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's 12th annual intercollegiate hackathon hosted by students for students. Starting at noon on Saturday, November 15th, teams of 1-4 people have 24 hours to build and submit projects relating to our theme, Retro vs. Modern. After submitting their projects, participants demonstrate their projects in front of a panel of professors, industry professionals, and fellow students.

Retro vs. Modern: In a world where nostalgia meets innovation, our 12th annual hackathon, Retro vs Modern, invites creators to explore the contrasts and possibilities between the past and the future. Join us in shaping the future through a creative lens that honors the old while embracing the new.

Our goal is to inspire and challenge innovators, creators, developers, and entrepreneurs in New York's Tech Valley and beyond. All students from all schools are welcome to participate, regardless of their major or experience level. Whether you're a seasoned hacker or a first-time participant, HackRPI is the perfect opportunity to learn new skills, meet new people, and have fun!

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When & Where

November 15-16, 2025

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Darrin Communications Center

FAQs

What is HackRPI?
Teams of 1-4 have 24 hours to build a project relating to our theme Retro V. Modern. Teams will then present their projects, and the best projects win prizes!
When is HackRPI?
HackRPI takes place on November 15th and 16th, 2025. Arrival and check-in takes place from 9-10 AM. Our opening ceremony starts at 10 AM, and hacking begins at 11am. Your projects must be on Devpost by 9 AM Sunday, and all coding must stop at 11 AM Sunday. Teams will present, and the event will end around 3 PM on Sunday. We are excited to see you there!
Where is HackRPI?
HackRPI takes place at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, in the Darrin Communication Center. Darrin Communications Center, 51 College Ave, Troy, NY 12180. See our event information page for more details.
Is HackRPI free to attend?
Yes! Thanks to our many wonderful sponsors, all food and swag are completely free for participants!
How do I register?

You can click here to register with Major League Hacking (MLH).

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Who can participate?
Everyone is welcome to participate, whether you are a hackathon veteran or this is your first hackathon, this is a great opportunity to learn, experiment with new technologies, and grow your skills. Our team of experienced mentors is here to help you in every step of the way.
I'm under 18, can I still participate?
Students under 18 are welcome to attend, but are not allowed to stay overnight in the sleep rooms. Students under the age of 17 must have an adult (21+) chaperone with them at all times during the event.
Do I have to be an RPI student?
No! HackRPI is open to everyone, students of all experience levels from all colleges and universities are welcome to attend. Did you know that students from over 45 other colleges attended HackRPI!
Does HackRPI provide travel reimbursement?

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide travel reimbursement at this time, however, we have sleep rooms on campus for students 18 and older, and we are more than happy to recommend local accommodations if you email us at hackrpi@rpi.edu.

What should I bring?
Bring your team, your laptop, chargers, any hardware you need, and a good night's sleep!
What is the theme?
The theme for 2025's HackRPI is Retro vs Modern. In a world where nostalgia meets innovation, our 12th annual hackathon, Retro vs Modern, invites creators to explore the contrasts and possibilities between the past and the future. Join us in shaping the future through a creative lens that honors the old while embracing the new.
Is it okay if I am late to the event?
Yes! You can arrive at any time during the event, but we recommend arriving before 11 AM on Saturday. Remember, the later you are, the less time you have to work on your project!
When are submissions due?
All projects must be submitted to Devpost by 10 AM on Sunday. You will be able to modify your submission until 11am. After 11an, no coding or changes to your project are allowed.
How do I submit my project?
You will submit your project on Devpost. See our "Event Information" and "Resources" pages for more details.
When and how will prizes be awarded?
Prizes are announced at the closing ceremony, which will take place around 4 PM on Sunday. Physical prizes will be distributed during the closing ceremony. Winners of cash prizes will be contacted by our team after the event.

Feel free to contact us with any other questions at hackrpi@rpi.edu!

Thank you to our sponsors that make HackRPI possible!

OBSIDIAN
Nuvalence
Severino Center for Technological Entrepreneurship
SILVER
Accenture
Global Foundries
RPI School of Science
Velan Studios
BRONZE
Troy Web Consulting
COLLABORATORS
Awake Chocolate
DeFazio's Pizza
Dibella's Subs
Github
Monster Energy
Photon
Pure Buttons
Taichi Bubble Tea

Meet the Team

We are a motivated team of RPI students who share a passion for exploring the bounds of Computer Science and a commitment to organizing a fantastic event. Our team of students from every grade and major work together to organize our Hackathon in the fall and many other smaller events throughout the year. We are always looking for more students to join our team and help us make the event a success. If you are interested in helping, please join our discord or fill out one of the forms below!

Our Executive Board

Xenia Khusid

The President leads the overall planning and execution of the hackathon, coordinating with all teams to ensure a successful event.

Xenia Khusid

President

CJ Marino

The Vice President supports the President's role, providing leadership and assistance in many aspects of the hackathon.

CJ Marino

Vice President

Matthew Treanor

The Outreach team is responsible for engaging with the community and local students to promote the hackathon and encourage participation.

Matthew Treanor

Director of Outreach

Dakshesh Amaram

The Jr Outreach Director assists in engaging with the community and local students to promote the hackathon and encourage participation.

Dakshesh Amaram

Jr Director of Outreach

Shankar Gowrisankar

The Finance team is responsible for managing the budget and purchasing necessary items for the hackathon.

Shankar Gowrisankar

Director of Finance

Devan Patel

The Jr Finance Director assists in managing the budget and purchasing necessary items for the hackathon.

Devan Patel

Jr Director of Finance

Aaryan Gautam

The Sponsorship team is responsible for reaching out to companies and securing sponsorships to support the hackathon.

Aaryan Gautam

Director of Sponsorship

Ethan Kusse

The Jr Sponsorship Director assists in reaching out to companies and securing sponsorships to support the hackathon.

Ethan Kusse

Jr Director of Sponsorship

Tobias Manayath

The Logistics team is responsible for planning and executing the physical aspects of the hackathon, such as food, swag, transportation, and more.

Tobias Manayath

Director of Logistics

Lala Liu

The Jr Logistics Director assists in planning and executing the physical aspects of the hackathon, such as food, swag, transportation, and more.

Lala Liu

Jr Director of Logistics

Jackson Baimel

The Technology team is responsible for developing and maintaining the hackathon website, discord server, and providing technical support during the event.

Jackson Baimel

Director of Technology

Caleb Liu

The Jr Technology Director assists in developing and maintaining the hackathon website, discord server, and providing technical support during the event.

Caleb Liu

Jr Director of Technology

Suyash Amatya

The Marketing team is responsible for promoting the hackathon and engaging with participants through social media, fliers, and other marketing materials.

Suyash Amatya

Director of Marketing

Jodie Cho

The Jr Marketing Director assists in promoting the hackathon and engaging with participants through social media, fliers, and other marketing materials.

Jodie Cho

Jr Director of Marketing

Thank You to All of our Organizers

Anthony Santisho

Sponsorship

Matthew Radford

Finance

Liam Brown

Logistics

Collin Inciong

Technology

Gokul Sureshbabu

Technology

William Chen

Technology

Jordan Ye

Technology

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