From the scrapbook

Past Events

Different themes. New ideas. The same curiosity. Take a look at the projects and people who’ve made this event what it is.

2026: Under the Sea

March 14–15, 2026. Thank you to everyone who built, learned, and explored with us.

2026 prizes & special awards

A look back at Under the Sea. These are historical awards, not the 2027 prize lineup.

Archived SMathHacks 2026 track prizes
2026 track	Grand prize	Runner-up prize
Interface Design	Wacom Intuos Graphics Drawing Tablet	Amazon Echo Pop
Hardware	FHD 1080P Portable Monitor	Mini Drone
Data Science	Sony Headphones	JBL Speaker
AI & Machine Learning	Magcubic Mini Projector	AULA Keyboard

In 2026, each winning team received one track prize per team member.

Up to 4 NVIDIA SHIELDs

Recognized an innovative, feasible response to an ocean-related need, with evidence of its potential impact.

Up to 4 NVIDIA SHIELDs

Recognized a project addressing an environmental need with a detailed solution and potential climate impact.

These 2026 special awards could be won alongside a track prize.

Revisit the projects, workshops, and team-building from another year of hacking at Durham and Morganton.

Durham

Morganton

Explore the event website and the projects students brought to life.

Durham

Morganton

Where the story began. Browse the original project galleries and the 2023 event website.