2025 Design-A-Thon: Astropocalypse ☄️

​A cosmic storm is coming... can you design for the end of the world?

​Design-A-Thon @ UT Austin: ASTROPOCALYPSE
🪐 November 8-9 | LOCATION ANNOUNCEMENT SOON

​📌 What is a Design-A-Thon?
A 24-hour design challenge where UT students dream, design, and build bold new ideas to meet the prompt. Expect food, swag, your work being seen by working design professional , and intergalactic vibes.

​Open to all majors and skill levels — no prior experience needed.

​👥 Teams

• ​Up to 4 people per team

• ​One submission per team.

• ​Flying solo? No worries — we’ll help you find your crew

​🏆 Prizes
All attendees get free Claude pro + $50 API credits, food, exclusive swag, and access to working design professional reviewing your work throughout the event.

​Categories include:
🪐 Best Visual Identity – For the boldest, most cohesive design system

​🌠 Best UI/UX – For the smoothest and most intuitive experience

​☄️ Most Creative Concept – For the most imaginative and original design idea

​🛠️ Rules

• ​24 hours to build from scratch

• ​Projects must be demo-ready by judging

• ​Bring your laptop, charger, and creative energy

​🤝 Sponsors & Partners
Figma | Ditto | Claude.AI Anthropic |
✨ Coming soon... stay tuned on Instagram @designatut

​👉 Bring your laptop, your team, and your end-of-the-world ideas.