Step into Stormathon, where your ideas are a means of progress and a key to a more sustainable future.
13 May
8 am-8 pm
Limited spots are available. Register now to secure your spot!
The upcoming Stormathon revolves around the metamorphosis of Malmö’s post-industrial structures, aspiring to craft a city that is not just a place to live in, but a place to live for.
Imagine yourself collaborating on groundbreaking ideas and creative solutions alongside fellow enthusiasts, in just a matter of hours. On May 13th, Malmö University invites students passionate about transforming society through innovative problem-solving, to apply and embark on an exciting journey.
Once selected, you will become an essential part of a diverse team of talents, each with a range of skills ready to complement each other. Together you will come together to tackle a common challenge, embarking on a journey of problem-solving that pushes the boundaries of what is possible. During the day, experienced process managers will provide guidance, infusing your brainstorming with structured methodologies and idea refinement techniques.
The journey’s climax is when each team presents their ideas to their external clients and a discerning panel of judges. The best part? Your talent won’t go unnoticed – an enticing prize waits for the most exceptional solution.
Note! This Stormathon will be arranged off campus in the building Spiralen; Celsiusgatan 39, Malmö
Benefits of participating
Stormathon is your platform to contribute to meaningful change and cultivate your transferable skills in a supportive environment.
As a student, the activity enables you to
- strengthen your transferable skills.
- work with a real case from an external client.
- expand your network.
- collaborate with students outside your programme.
- practice your innovation and problem-solving abilities.
- identify and utilize your specific skills.
- compete against other students for the best solution.
Structure of the challenge
During 12 intense hours, you will work in a team with students from different programs and varied competencies. You get your case in the morning and present your solution in front of a jury at the end of the day. At your disposal are the following:
- Materials that foster the creative process.
- Access to coaching and method support.
- Direct contact with your client.
- Inspirational lectures.
Of course, no need to stress about food. We will have you covered! Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be served, as well as coffee, tea and snacks.
THEME:
MALMÖ – A CITY OF WORKERS, KNOWLEDGE, AND CULTURE
In the heart of Malmö, the reverberations of history are alive. Its facades are more than mere structures; they are chronicles encased in architecture; narrating tales of an industrial age long past. This city, once defined by its labour force, has transformed into a beacon of knowledge – a hub where the future is forged by the bold and the innovative.
The mentality of the people of Malmö has been shaped by this journey. From a city once humming with the uniform beat of industry to one now teeming with cultural vibrancy, creativity, and forward-thinking. It’s a mindset that honours its heritage while embracing the prospects of tomorrow, finding promise in vacant spaces and silenced machinery.
The upcoming Stormathon encourages us to think beyond the concrete and asphalt, urging participants to reimagine the city’s post-industrial legacy. How can we repurpose historical edifices to serve contemporary demands? How can these structures contribute meaningfully to our cityscape rather than merely existing as relics and who should determine the fate of these spaces?
Art as a Catalyst for City Transformation
Art plays a pivotal role in shaping urban environments. Malmö, therefore, requires dedicated spaces for art and artists – spaces that must consider the financial limitations faced by cultural actors who cannot afford high rents. With art and culture in focus, Stormathon will explore the following themes:
- City Attraction: How can art enhance Malmö’s appeal to residents and visitors alike?
- Business Models: What sustainable models can support art spaces financially?
- Forms of Cooperation: Collaboration between artists, organizations, and local government is essential.
- Visions and Concepts: Let’s envision a vibrant, art-infused city.
- Organizational Forms: Which structures will best serve our artistic community?
Case owner: Trianon
Sign up before May 6th