Expedition+
European Prompt-a-thon on AI and the future of Higher Education
Overview
The ENGAGE.EU Expedition+ is a one-week, international co-design program that brings together students, PhD candidates, and researchers from the ENGAGE.EU Alliance to develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges. Now in its ninth edition, the program expands its interdisciplinary approach by integrating AI-driven methodologies and research-based insights.
This year’s Prompt-a-thon explores the role of AI in shaping the future of higher education, encouraging participants to use AI not just as a tool but as a collaborative partner in problem-solving, critical thinking, and solution development. This theme is embedded within the priorities of the European Year of Digital Citizenship Education.
Expected Outcomes
- Hands-on experience with AI prompting and digital tools.
- Strengthened digital citizenship awareness and responsible technology use.
- Enhanced creative problem-solving and collaborative innovation.
- Opportunities to develop research-driven solutions with real-world applications.
- Potential integration into Horizon 2020 grant proposals for selected projects.
Format
The initiative will take place at Luiss University in Rome from May 13-16, 2025.
Participants will collaborate in interdisciplinary teams, integrating ChatGPT and AI tools into a Design Thinking workflow. No prior AI expertise is required, as initial training will be offered and expert mentors will guide the process.
- Day 1: AI prompting course and workshop to establish a shared foundation of prompting knowledge.
- Days 2-3: Teams tackle key challenges using design-thinking methodologies and AI-driven ideation.
- Day 4: Final pitching and selection of winning projects.
Application Details
- Eligibility: Open to Master’s students, PhD candidates, and researchers affiliated with an ENGAGE.EU partner university.
- Deadline: March 14, 2025 (midnight CET)
- Requirements: A 300-word motivation letter + CV (submitted in English here).
- Scholarships: Selected participants may receive financial support from their home university.