We Inspire Students Around the World
To Innovate and Create What's Next.
First of all, thank you for your interest in the Imagine Cup! We are inspired by you and the other 1.4 million students who have participated in the Imagine Cup since its inception in 2003. Last year, 358,000 registrants from 183 countries/regions participated in Imagine Cup 2011!
The Imagine Cup showcases the dreams, ideas, and creative energy of young leaders in technology and gives them exposure, resources, and connections to focus their passion into projects that benefit the society of tomorrow.
On your journey as a competitor in Imagine Cup 2012, you will meet many of us that are part of the Microsoft Academic Team. We are a worldwide team of over 150 people who spend our days working with students and faculty to develop Microsoft's relationship with academia.
Our mission is to empower student technologists to achieve their hopes and dreams in both their personal and professional lives. The Imagine Cup is just one of those programs. Other programs include:
- DreamSpark is simple; it's all about giving students Microsoft professional-level developer and designer tools and training - at no charge. www.dreamspark.com
- Faculty Connection is a resource site for technology educators that offer access to Microsoft software, curriculum resources, the latest research, and videos of academic relevant topics.www.microsoft.com/faculty
- Microsoft Student Partners is a global initiative that provides university students with a passion for technology with real-world skills and resources to help them prepare for successful careers.www.microsoftstudentpartners.com
- Microsoft Student to Business Program helps students obtain the skills and competencies needed for an IT career through learning resources and connections to local Microsoft industry partners. www.microsoft.com/studentstobusiness/home
- Microsoft IT Academy connects the world of education to the world of work by enabling students to acquire new technology skills in an academic setting. Find the IT Academy contact at your school. www.microsoft.com/Education/MSITAcademy/ITAPLocator.mspx
- Student Tech Clubs is the place where people just like you get together to learn about the latest technology, share ideas and have fun. You can start a Student Tech Club at your school today. You get access to information on the latest technology, local speakers and support materials to make your club a success. It’s your opportunity to be a leader while you explore new technology. www.studenttechclubs.com
We wish you the best of luck on your journey to the Imagine Cup 2012 Worldwide Finals in Sydney, Australia next July. We hope you have a great experience every step of the way.
Contact us if you have any questions or need any help.
