change the world

Change the World

Rising Innovators Challenge

Change the World


You’re invited to participate in Change the World: Rising Innovators Challenge (CTW:RIC); an exciting, hands-on ASU event where high school students showcase creative solutions, performances, and art that address real-world challenges, alongside current ASU students. This event celebrates innovation, creativity, and community impact, and you’ll get to share your voice, your ideas, and your vision for a better world. 

What to Expect

Students from across Arizona will share their talents through

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Solution Exhibits

Present your innovative project or prototype in a science-fair-style format with a posterboard. Judges, guests, and fellow students will visit your exhibit to hear about your idea.

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Live Performances

Express your creativity through music, spoken word, or movement on stage with lights and sound.

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Art Displays

Share your vision through visual art that inspires conversation and change.

Who can participate?

How schools can participate?

We welcome schools to attend as a group field trip or after-school experience. To ensure a safe and engaging event:

  • Schools must have one chaperone for every 10 students attending.

  • Each student must register individually, even if they’re attending with a school group. Student Registration Link

  • A staff representative (teacher, counselor, or advisor) must register on behalf of the school to confirm participation and share the estimated number of students and projects. Teacher Registration Link

How schools can participate?

Change the World: Innovators Challenge 2025