FAQ
Judges
Subject matter experts in a particular discipline, including faculty, alumni and/or representatives. We will provide a complimentary meal and parking
Judges should have received an email with a link to register.
You will be assigned four to six teams to score and receive a unique online ballot web link via email on the day of the expo. We will provide a scoring rubric in advance.
Business casual with comfortable shoes.
Complimentary parking is available in the Terrapin Trail Garage (4155 Terrapin Trail, College Park, MD). When you arrive, let the attendant at the entrance know your name and that you’re a judge — they’ll provide a parking pass. If you have a UMD faculty/staff parking permit, you are able to park in Terrapin Trail Garage and do not need a pass.
Students
In 2025, students from all of Maryland Engineering’s programs will showcase solutions to some of society’s most pressing challenges:
- Aerospace Engineering
- Bioengineering
- Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
- Civil & Environmental Engineering
- Electrical & Computer Engineering
- Fire Protection Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Materials Science Engineering
For success! Your team will be judged by industry experts so wear what you feel is most impressive.
Students will submit their team's project information from their Canvas course
We suggest that all teams arrive by 3:15 p.m. for setup.
Cash prizes. Everyone will receive constructive feedback.
General
Yes, it is! Feel free to invite your friends and family to witness what UMD graduating seniors are doing to change the world.
Yes, please register here for free.