MarinaHacks Happens Now!

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Project Submission Requirements

About MarinaHacks

Women in Computing is hosting MarinaHacks: California State University Long Beach's annual women-centric hackathon! This 24-hour event is dedicated to bringing together women, non-binary and gender-diverse individuals to hone their skills, build confidence and help close the gender gap in the competitive tech industry.

This semester's MarinaHacks 5.0 will take place on October 25th–26th. You will be able to build a project under 24 hours, win prizes, network with other students and most importantly — have fun!

📍Location: CSULB Pyramid, The Point Conference Center (Also Noted on Dev Post)

🕘 Time: From 10:00 AM on Saturday, October 25th 2025 to 10:00 AM on Sunday October 26th, 2025.

Pillars

Best Overall

Most memorable and favorite project!

Best Social Good

Focuses the best on addressing social issues such as climate change, renewable energy, waste reduction, and sustainable practices!

Best Entertainment

Best entertainment product (music, gaming, art, food, culture, outdoor activities, physical activities, fashion, and beauty)!

Best Technical

Best project for the most advanced, challenging, and difficulty in implementation!

Prizes

BEST OVERALL

Keyboard & Mouse + Sony Headphones

BEST ENTERTAINMENT

Amazon Echo Dot

BEST TECHNICAL

Arduino Kits

BEST SOCIAL GOOD

Amazon Gift card $50

Meet the Team

Citlally V.

MarinaHacks Co-Director

Mometa U.

MarinaHacks Co-Director

Anita D.

Design Co-Lead

Warissa H.

Design Co-Lead

Mishka M.

Member

Hollie T.

Member

Celina T.

Member

Dhara S.

Member

Anna G.

Website Co-Lead

Amanda G.

Website Co-Lead

Robee D.

Member

Danniella M.

Member

Deanna S.

Member

Krisha H.

Member

Shreenithi T.

Member

Bryan C.

Member

Christina P.

Sponsorship Lead

Mindy Y.

Member

Zarya A.

Member

Sara T.

Member

Antonio L.

Member

Brittanys T.

Member

Daksha A.

President

Citlally V.

Co-Vice President

Mya B.

Co-Vice President

Julie T.

Co-Secretary

Lilly N.

Co-Secretary

Zarya A.

Co-Treasurer

Shishira S.

Industry Chair

Stacy M.

Event Coordinator

Christina P.

AESB Representative

Emma T.

AESB Representative

Anna G.

Webmaster

Tessa H.

Co-Social Media Coordinator

Thrity G.

Co-Social Media Coordinator

Anita D.

Graphic Design Coordinator

Warissa H.

Graphic Design Coordinator

Amanda G.

School Outreach Coordinator

Peter T.

School Outreach Coordinator

Mia C.

School Outreach Coordinator

Belle L.

Sisterhood Coordinator

Lexi N.

Sisterhood Coordinator

Gaurav P.

Consultant

Frequently Asked Questions

MarinaHacks 5.0 will take place from 10:00 AM Saturday, October 25th, 2025 to 3:00 PM Sunday, October 26th, 2025! Refer to the schedule for more information regarding checking-in.

It will be at the Pyramid in The Pointe Conference Room. (**NOTE: On Saturday, the room will close at 11 PM and you must be present for judging the next day**)

No. Due to the venue, we only have the room from 7 AM to 11 PM (Saturday) and from 7 AM to 2 PM (Sunday). We will be cleaning up 10:30 PM (Saturday) and coming back 7 AM (Sunday). You do NOT have to stay until 10:30 PM (Make sure to check out before leaving).

Yes! We have beginner-friendly workshops (before the hackathon) and resources to help you get started! Join the WiC Discord Server for any workshops and resources.

Competing in MarinaHacks offers hands-on experience, networking with peers and industry professionals, skill development, and the chance to showcase your talents!

CONTACT US

CSULB Women in Computing