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Last updated: 09/278/2025
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We're excited to have you join us for our ninth ShellHacks this year, along with over 1400+ students from around the world!
At ShellHacks, we aim to empower you to explore the technology field and provide you with the guidance and resources you need to launch a successful career. The opportunities are endless - whether you're looking to learn to code for the first time, build a technical project to add to your resume, or meet recruiters and land your next internship or job, we have something for you!
We look forward to providing you with an unforgettable experience again this year.
Date: Friday September 26th - Sunday, September 28th
Time: The event starts with Check-in on Friday from 3pm - 6pm, and it ends on Sunday at 6pm after the Closing Ceremony (please refer to the Schedule section below for a more detailed schedule)
Location: Florida International University, Graham Center
Organizers: INIT at Florida International University
Title Sponsor: Google Cloud ADK/A2A
Other Sponsors: Check the full list in the Sponsors section below
Website:
Discord is a communication platform where hackers, mentors, and organizers can communicate via text, voice, and video.
Please be sure to join our server at https://discord.gg/init.
Once you join, make sure to head to the ShellHacks channel under the ‘global’ category. This chat is for you to chat with other hackers, organizers, and mentors. Here, you will be able to find teammates, ask questions, and discuss all things ShellHacks.
Make sure to check in on Discord and link your account to see the exclusive ShellHacks channels.
Need help or accommodations? Let us know by messaging us on the INIT Discord server or emailing us at: [email protected]
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ADA Statement:
Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a university event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU’s Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility (CRCA) at 305-348-2785 or [email protected]. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to CRCA at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity
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Ernest R. Graham Center, 10955 SW 15th Terrace, Miami, FL 33199
Students can either drive to the venue or (for FIU students) take buses if they're on the BBC campus.
Free parking for FIU students; those who aren’t students from FIU, please park in the circled locations.
https://fiu.nupark.com/v2/portal/eventregister/7ce28cc8-d60a-42d0-858c-d2632e1c1947
MUST FILL OUT FORM VIA THE LINK TO NOT BE FINED FOR PARKING
<aside> 💡 Please note you must be a currently enrolled FIU student to qualify for free parking, not within the guest parking area provided for non-FIU students.
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