GLOBAL INNOVATION CHALLENGE (WMGIC)

Global Innovation Challenge

The William & Mary Global Innovation Challenge (WMGIC) is a student-led organization that hosts premier case competitions. These events champion interdisciplinary collaboration and mobilize students to tackle global issues. Through creative approaches, students develop solutions with real world applicability and impact.

WMGIC VII
Fall Event: October 21
Flagship Event: April 7 & 8

Join our team!

WMGIC VI
April 1st & 2nd, 2022

The sixth annual Global Innovation Challenge will give students of many disciplines interested in international & sustainable development the opportunity to work collaboratively to create innovative solutions for globally important problems. Through the challenge itself, and opportunities for networking, the Global Innovation Challenge will build interdisciplinary cooperation between students, policymakers, researchers and stakeholders in order to leverage global resources for international development.

Our mission...

WMGIC aims to establish interdisciplinary collaboration and applied learning opportunities among students, policymakers, practitioners, and researchers by bringing innovative and sustainable perspectives to solve complex global issues.

WMGIC is a place to see bright minds tackle wicked problems with creativity, empathy, and wit. I consistently leave WMGIC inspired by the talent, hard work, and passion of the participants.” - Meredith Perry (WMGIC I, II, IV, & V Judge)

A wonderful experience that stretches your thinking and creativity, WMGIC excels at connecting you with real-world problems and practicable solutions." - Victoria (WMGIC Participant)

WMGIC is made possible by:

​William & Mary