Spring 2024 Smeal Undergraduate Sustainability Case Competition
Smeal College of Business is Pleased to Announce the Winners of the Undergraduate Smeal Impact Competition for Spring 2024.
The 2024 Undergraduate Smeal Impact Competition was organized by the Center for the Business of Sustainability and the Smeal Diversity Enhancement Office.
As the 4th annual competition, 17 teams registered with the following five teams earning a place in the finals to compete for first ($3,000), second ($2,000), and third place ($1,000).
- Morgan State University
- Penn State Scranton
- Penn State Smeal College of Business (three teams)
The case focused on the housing crisis many people face on a day-to-day basis as well as the sustainable solutions that 3D printing poses while combatting the crisis. Housing is a basic need that needs to be met so individuals and families can thrive. This year's competition asked teams to take a deep dive into these issues, highlighting solutions that are applicable within their local and surrounding community.
Download and view the 2024 Undergraduate Sustainability Case here.
Results of the Finals
First Place
MAGJC Consulting - Penn State University Park
Gabriel Rodriguez, Carissa Gayle, Maansi Shah, Jack McCormack, Adam Douglas (not pictured)
Second Place
Legacy Lifters - Morgan State University
Noah Scales, Duran Miller, Omar Mitchel, Olivia Sheridan, Shyann Lawson (advised by Dr. Katayoon Beshkardana)
Third Place
ESG Partners - Penn State University Park
Sam Marshall, Grace Hubbard, Isabella Fernandes, John Papadopoulos