On this Election Day, we’re excited to share a story of unity. With an incredible 412 Members of Congress – 93.4% of the House of Representatives – hosting App Challenges in the 118th Congress, this official initiative spans all 50 states and every level of Congressional leadership. A full 100% of state delegations have a […]
The 2024 Congressional App Challenge officially concluded on October 24, setting new records and reaffirming the boundless potential of young tech innovators across the nation. With over 12,000 students participating and more than 3,900 apps submitted from all 50 states, this year’s Challenge demonstrated the profound impact of STEM education and its role in addressing […]
Hello! Welcome back to Debugged, the Congressional App Challenge’s alumni-led podcast that connects the country’s youth with technology by debugging the intricate world of computer science. In this special episode of the show, Debugged staff member Suhaani Sodhi has the pleasure of interviewing two Congressional App Challenge alumni working in the intersection between technology, finance, […]
Hello! Welcome back to Debugged, the Congressional App Challenge’s alumni-led podcast that connects the country’s youth with technology by debugging the intricate world of computer science. In this episode, host Medha Gupta has the pleasure of chatting with Shalini Ahuja, a seasoned leader in product management with an engineering background. Spanning 16 years, her journey […]
Welcome back to the fourth season of Debugged, the official Congressional App Challenge alumni-led podcast! We’re more excited than ever to be with you for a new season of the show that connects the country’s youth with technology by debugging the intricate world of computer science. By highlighting trends in the industry, breaking down complicated ideas, and hearing […]
On September 19, Congress celebrated the inaugural National App Challenge Day, a momentous occasion highlighting the incredible work of talented students across the nation. This day was dedicated to recognizing the achievements of Congress inspiring young coders and the transformative power of STEM education in driving innovation and changing lives. How Congress Celebrated: Members of […]
Sarah Ford is a rising senior at the University of California, Los Angeles, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Public Affairs and Sociology. At UCLA, she is involved in the Undergraduate Students Association Council where she is able to advocate for student policy needs on the federal level. Sarah’s experience lobbying for student issues has […]
Hello! Welcome back to Debugged, the Congressional App Challenge’s alumni-led podcast that connects the country’s youth with technology by debugging the intricate world of computer science. In the special episode, Debugged team member Suhaani Sodhi interviews two Congressional App Challenge alumni involved in the intersection between technology and healthcare: Medha Gupta and Maddison Chau! Medha […]
The inaugural National App Challenge Day is today, and it’s all about shining a light on the amazing work being done by talented students across the country. This day isn’t just about celebrating young coders—it’s about recognizing the power of STEM education to transform lives and drive innovation. Read on to learn out how Congress is […]
Washington D.C., United States – September 6, 2024:The Congressional App Challenge, an official initiative of the U.S. House of Representatives that inspires middle and high school students to pursue a passion for STEM, proudly announces a new partnership with Broadcom Foundation. This partnership aims to further the reach of the Challenge, equipping more students […]