

2026-27 Sunstone Economic Development Challenge @ USC Price: 2nd Student Competitor Info Session
Are you a current USC Price undergraduate or graduate student interested in real-world experience shaping economic development for local governments? Join us for our 2nd info session to learn how to participate in the 2026–2027 Sunstone Economic Development Challenge, now entering its fifth year.
In this hands-on competition, student teams collaborate with local government clients to design actionable strategies for economic development issues - competing for cash prizes!
1st Place: $5,000
2nd Place: $3,000
3nd Place: $1,500
This is a unique opportunity for aspiring leaders who want to work in the public sector to apply their skills, expand their networks, and make a real impact. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this transformative experience.