What Hackathons Can Do for ANY College Student | Ep. 27

What can a hackathon actually do for you? In this episode, we take you inside the world of Hackathons, guided by none other than Bella Goltser, UMBC's very own Hackathon President. We're here to explore how college students can build real skills in just 24 hours. We talk about how Hackathons help you develop communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills that go far beyond coding. You’ll see how students from all majors come together to turn ideas into real projects, present their work, and gain valuable feedback. We also talk about the role of networking, from meeting students at other universities to connecting with companies and exploring internship opportunities. If you’ve ever been unsure about trying something new, this is your sign. You don’t need experience to start. Hackathons are about learning by doing, building confidence, and walking away with something meaningful. Find more resources here at UMBC Career Center https://careers.umbc.edu/ Want to know about the next Hackathon? Find More Here: https://www.hackumbc.tech/ Want to Hear More of Bella? Find More Here:   / isabella-goltser   Time Stamps: 0:00 - 0:45: Let's Dive In! 0:45 - 4:21: Getting to Know Bella 4:21 - 6:25: Skills Gained from Leadership 6:25 - 10:50: What is a Hackathon? 10:50 - 12:25: Humanities Majors at a Hackathon 12:25 - 19:00: Networking 19:00 - 24:45: Communication is ESSENTIAL 24:45 - 27:00: What do the Organizers do? 27:00 - 32:23: More About Bella & Closing #hackathon #collegestudents #umbc #networking #techcareers #studentlife #innovation #STEM #careers #entrepreneurship #skills #HackUMBC #humanities #college #careeradvice #podcast