Thank you to everyone who participated in the Spring 2009 Technovate competition! Each entry presented a unique use of the ordinary paperclip. Each entrant took the time and effort to turn something mundane into something extraordinary, which merits recognition. We encourage everyone to view the submissions!

 Student submissions, along with the introductory video from ePrize founder and CEO, Josh Linkner are available here: http://www.youtube.com/group/Technovate09

Didn't get a chance to participate this time around? Want to try out another idea? Stay tuned - Technovate is returning again this Fall!

We are pleased to announce the winners of the competition!

First Place: Most Entrepreneurial and Most Creative Use of Paperclips in a Non-Combat Defensive Device

MTA Team (Jacob Clark, Danielle Haydell, Ryan Moore, and Jake Soenen)

This team turned hundreds of paperclips into chain mail armor, suitable for fighting or for spending time in the kitchen!

Second Place: Most Fun

Shirley Chen, Alan Chang and Andrew Dang

This group attached a paper flower to their paperclip and creatively presented many different uses.

Third Place: Best List of Reasons to Take an Office Supply on Your Next Camping Trip

Jamie and Daniel MacLennan

This duo took the paperclip out of the office and into the campfire

Fourth Place: Most Musical

Avielle Movsas

We also want to send a huge thank you to our sponsors and supporters:

Anonymous
Synectics Media, Inc.

Hajj Flemings  author of The Brand YU Life

A big thank you to the Lawrence Tech College of Arts and Sciences , the Lawrence Tech Office of Admissions , and the Lawrence Tech Office of the Provost for their support.

If you have any questions about Technovate, please contact: Karen Evans, Director of Undergraduate Management Programs at 248.204.3508 or kevans@ltu.edu