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2025 Launch It College Games

Innovate. Collaborate. Compete. Join the Launch It 

College Games: Design Dash, November 21–22, 2025.

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OUR PARTNERS

Launch It College Games: Design Dash

November 21-22, 2025 | Morningside University, Sioux City, IA

 A two‑day, high‑energy innovation challenge connecting students from across Northwest Iowa to solve real‑world problems through design thinking. 

About The Event

Hosted by Iowa’s West Coast Initiative and the Morningside University Arnold Center for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development, Launch It brings together students from different schools, majors, and backgrounds. Over 20 hours, participants collaborate to tackle challenges in manufacturing, technology, and agriculture using human‑centered design. 

Who Can Join

  • College/university students from Northwest Iowa
  • Apply individually — teams are formed at the event
  • No experience required — all majors welcome

The Experience

Day 1:

  • Meet mentors, entrepreneurs, and fellow innovators
  • Join high-energy networking and team-building
  • Form cross-campus teams
  • Begin brainstorming with real-world input from industry experts

Day 2:

  • Refine and test solution prototypes
  • Work with coaches to perfect your pitch
  • Prizes: 3rd place; $500, 2nd place; $750, 1st place; $1,000

Why Participate

Using creativity, problem‑solving, and communication skills, you will solve challenges in Northwest Iowa. You’ll have the chance to collaborate with students you may not meet otherwise.  Additionally, compete for cash prizes while also growing your professional network and gaining valuable real‑world experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please contact lily@simpco.org for additional information.

This is a free event for students!


Check in begins on Friday, November 21st at 4:00 PM. Event will end on Saturday, November 22nd at 2:30 PM. 


Yes, meals will be provided throughout the event, including dinner on Friday and meals on Saturday. Please indicate your dietary needs on the registration form. 


As a team, you will tackle one of three challenge areas: manufacturing, technology, or agriculture, and collaborate with industry experts to understand the real-world issues you're trying to solve. 


Teams compete for $1,000, $750, and $500 cash prizes.


Bring your laptop, phone, chargers, and any personal items you'll need for two days of creative work. We'll provide supplies for brainstorming and prototyping. 


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