gamechanger is a team-based challenge for all USC Chan community members and colleagues to put their knowledge mobilization (KMb) skills to work! For eight weeks, teams design new ways of moving academic knowledge into the real world by creating products that address practical challenges, raise public awareness and make tangible, sustainable impacts to end users’ everyday lives and occupations. At the closing ceremony, teams present their work to a panel of judges, with three winning teams receiving prize money to continue implementing their game-changing products.
Download the 2023 gamechanger flyer.
Overview of gamechanger 2023
Read New Team Challenge Looking to Change the Game in the USC Chan Magazine for a detailed recap of the 2023 gamechanger, including the three winning teams!
- The May 19 launch event included a keynote presentation by KMb specialists, KMb workshops and pitches from teams about their potential KMb product.
- Following the launch, a two-month incubator period gave teams the opportunity to hone their KMb skills and develop a product. Included during the incubator were virtual workshops and up to two hours of virtual consultations from experts. Teams submit a required Letter of Intent, spend 20 hours working together and finalize a KMb product.
- The incubator period ended in mid-July, when teams submitted their final KMb product for judging by a panel of interdisciplinary experts.
- Finally, the July 31 closing ceremony showcased teams’ newly created KMb products that creatively and accessibly communicate knowledge to a wider audience. The winning KMb products will be announced at the closing ceremony, and winners will receive funding to continue mobilizing their product.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I have to know anything about knowledge mobilization (KMb) in order to participate?
A: No! All are welcome to join gamechanger regardless of prior experience with KMb! And you can also attend the launch event to learn more about KMb without committing to join a team!
Q: If I’m attending the launch event with the hope of joining a team, how will I connect with people and/or other existing teams?
A: During our launch event, existing teams will pitch their projects and indicate whether or not they are searching for additional team members. Following the pitches, a networking session lets you mingle with others and join an existing team, or you can even create a new team on the spot! Come ready with possible topics or projects you’re interested in exploring!
Q: If I have a team in mind but we don’t have a product to develop yet, can we still join gamechanger?
A: Absolutely! All are welcome to attend, even if you are unsure about your final product creations. For 8 weeks this summer, teams will work together to decide on this!
Q: What will I take away from the gamechanger launch event?
A: You will learn more about KMb including tools and strategies to share knowledge effectively. And if you do participate in the full 8-week gamechanger, teams can win prizes at the closing ceremony. Plus, enjoy complimentary appetizers, desserts, beverages, and a gamechanger gift at the launch event!
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