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🚀 UXTerps, the HCIM program, and Hack4Impact teamed up to host an the UXTerps Makeathon that brought together 100+ students from INFO and Computer Science for a high-energy design sprint!

From problem framing 💡 to final concepts, teams built solutions with the children for whom they were designing for throughout the process, keeping real users at the center of every decision.

Big thanks to our amazing partners at Techturnup 🤝 for their thoughtful collaboration, and to INFO panelists Wayne Lutters, Caro Williams-Pierce, and Galina Madjaroff Reitz for their insights and support.

See the creativity in action in the photo below 📸

Our Associate Board is growing and we’re excited to welcome our newest member, Alex Oh.

Alex brings a strong background in technology policy, with experience across regulatory analysis, global tech trends, and the evolving landscape of AI, data privacy, and online platforms. In his current role as a Regulatory and Policy Advisor at TMG, he works closely with both governments and technology companies on issues like compliance, market access, and legislative reform.

His perspective is thoughtful, forward-looking, and exactly the kind of voice we value as we continue to grow our impact.

We’re so glad to have you Alex, welcome to the team!

We’re still looking to expand our Associate Board and connect with volunteers who are passionate about youth, nonprofits, and increasing access to technology across the DC Metro area. If that sounds like you, we’d love to connect!

Interested in volunteering:
Type "Tech Turn Up" in the comments section

When students are trusted to think, create, and collaborate, confidence follows.

Partnering with Tech Turn Up means investing in youth, equity, and what’s next.