Immersing in the Global Hub of Technology and Entrepreneurship

The 2022 GYEC brought participants to Silicon Valley — the heart of global innovation. Students visited world-leading companies, learned from entrepreneurs and investors, and pitched their projects in an environment shaped by cutting-edge technology and entrepreneurial spirit.
2022 GYEC

Competition Highlights

Key dates and milestones across the competition
Opening & Orientation

The program began with registration, team formation, and an opening ceremony that set the tone for the Silicon Valley experience.

Entrepreneurial Mindset & Workshops

Students explored entrepreneurial mindset concepts through workshops on innovation, opportunity recognition, and customer needs.

Company & University Visits

Participants visited leading institutions including Google, Stanford University Innovation Lab, and Plug and Play Tech Center, gaining first-hand exposure to the Valley’s ecosystem.

Mentorship & Project Development

Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and professionals provided one-on-one mentorship, guiding students in refining their projects.

Cultural Exploration

The cohort experienced the Bay Area with visits to San Francisco landmarks, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Stanford’s campus.

Final Competition

The program concluded with a live pitch session where teams presented their projects to a jury of investors and startup mentors.

Student Outcomes

Competition results and university destinations.
University Destinations
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