CCSE hosts two hackathons during the year, Ideathon and Hackathon for Social Good.  These hackathons give students real world problems to solve. Through dedicated “threads” (aka themes) within the event, companies can raise awareness of opportunities for students to work with them, increase brand awareness, and locate top talent for computing workforce.

*Requires extensive preparation and commitment*

Hackathon Proposal Form

Support the next generation of computing and analytics professionals by serving as a judge at CCSE’s Computing Showcase (C-Day) or by attending Analytics Day as an industry guest.

Computing Showcase (C-Day)

A bi-annual event where computing students present their capstone projects, demonstrating innovative solutions to real-world challenges. Judges provide valuable feedback, evaluate projects, and engage with students as they showcase their technical and problem-solving skills. As a judge or a guest, you can:

• Evaluate student projects and provide constructive feedback.
• Engage with talented students and gain insight into their problem-solving approaches.
• Connect with KSU faculty, industry peers, and potential future hires.

Analytics Day

The School of Data Science and Analytics hosts Analytics Day twice a year, providing a platform for students to showcase their analytics research to industry partners and stakeholders. While judging at this event is reserved for event sponsors, all industry professionals are welcome to attend as guests, explore student projects, and engage with the regional analytics community.

Recruit Top Data Talent
Many Analytics Day participants go on to secure internships and full-time roles with companies that attend the event. This is an excellent opportunity for organizations to meet high-caliber students, assess their skills through live presentations, and identify potential hires before they enter the job market.

Interested in Sponsorship?
Event sponsors play a vital role in supporting student innovation, gaining early access to top talent, and serving as judges. If you're interested in sponsoring Analytics Day, please visit the event page for details.

Computing Capstone projects give industry partners the opportunity to engage with students, by either bringing their own real-world challenge and allowing students to develop an innovative proof-of-concept (POC) solution, or by mentoring students on an existing capstone project, providing industry insights and guidance.

These projects are completed over one semester during the students' final year, with teams of 4-5 students dedicating approximately 400 total man-hours to solving the problem.

As a project owner or mentor, you’ll play a key role in shaping the students' experience by defining the problem statement, offering business context, or providing technical guidance. These collaborations culminate in a final presentation at our bi-annual Computing Showcase (C-Day), where industry partners can see the results firsthand and recognize student contributions.

Industry partners in Data Science and Analytics capstones bring both a real-world problem and relevant datasets, allowing students to apply advanced data analytics, machine learning, and AI techniques to uncover insights and develop data-driven solutions. These semester-long projects provide partners with fresh perspectives on complex data challenges while giving students hands-on experience with real industry applications.

Become a part of Tech Trail by inviting students to visit and tour your company site. This immersive experience offers students invaluable insights into real-world industry practices, emerging technologies, and corporate culture. By opening your doors to our students, you not only provide them with practical knowledge but also establish meaningful connections and networking opportunities. Join us on the Tech Trail to bridge the gap between academia and industry, shaping the future of computing, software engineering, data science, and analytics together.

Schedule a Tech Trail

During our Industry Talks series, industry partners give presentations and/or workshops on specific technological areas of interest to our students. It can be focused on a specific business problem, be a broad discussion on overall industry trends, or even a resume review or interview prep class. These sessions are usually followed by a recruitment session. With School of Data Science and Analytics being a part of our college, we're expanding the scope of our Industry Talks to include topics related to data science, analytics, and their applications in various industries. This provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the latest advancements and opportunities in the field. 

These sessions are usually followed by a recruitment session.

Participate in an Industry Talk

This 2-day "speed networking" event event takes place bi-annually (Fall/Spring semester). The event consists of a total of 10 companies and 100 students. Companies participate by invitation only. This event offers a more personalized experience than your average career fair, targeting both graduates as well as students looking for internship opportunities.

Employers have the flexibility to attend virtually or in-person, accommodating various preferences and circumstances.

This event provides a unique opportunity for students to connect with our industry professionals, explore career opportunities, and gain valuable insights. Join us for this exclusive networking event to build meaningful connections and pave the way for your future career in computing, software engineering, data science, or analytics.

Our college offers the opportunity to host immersive summer camps during school breaks, fully sponsored by the requesting company. These camps target middle and high school students with a strong interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).

These programs provide hands-on experiences, exposure to campus life, and interactions with professionals in various STEM fields.

Fully funded sponsorship of these camps by your organization ensures that we can deliver high-quality educational experiences while showcasing your company’s dedication to education and community development.

By sponsoring one of our summer camps, your company can:

• Engage Early Talent: Interact with and inspire the next generation of STEM professionals.
• Enhance Brand Visibility: Demonstrate your commitment to education and impactful community initiatives.
• Foster Diversity in STEM: Support initiatives aimed at increasing representation in STEM fields.'

Partner with us in this impactful program!

Consider becoming an "Employer of the Day" by setting up a booth in the lobby of our academic building. This opportunity allows you to interact with student clubs, meet with faculty, and tour our facilities, providing a unique chance to connect with our community on a deeper level.

Learn how!