Case Study | Open Access | Updated: 18 Aug 2024

Technology Camp Case Study

Milwaukee's significant challenges with segregation and poverty have long created barriers to student growth, motivating me to develop a solution. I initiated a volunteer-based design thinking course to empower underprivileged students by leveraging resources and expertise from my startup, Halokeys.

The course began with a small group of 16 students, where I introduced them to the principles of design thinking and guided them in applying these concepts to real-world challenges. Throughout the program, students worked in groups to identify community problems and developed full app designs to address these issues. On the final day, they presented their projects to a panel that included investors, showcasing their innovative solutions.

To enhance collaboration, I structured the course with group leaders, allowing students to learn from one another. Additionally, I worked with educators and teachers to integrate tools such as ChatGPT to boost their creative exploration, resulting in remarkable progress within a short timeframe. The first pilot of the course was conducted over seven weeks in partnership with the Milky Way Tech Hub and Milwaukee’s Earn & Learn program. I secured a $1,000 donation from the Milky Way Tech Hub to cover materials and support the course's expansion.

Through this experience, I have seen the profound impact that even modest community involvement can have on students. I am committed to continuing the growth of this program, with the goal of enabling more students to explore their passions and unlock their potential.

Please visit Halokeys ENRICH to learn more about the program.