SCAD StartUp is a student-run, week-long business design competition open to all SCAD students across the world. The competition aims to inspire and challenge participants from over 30 majors to conduct research, develop innovative ideas, and present them to industry professionals with the potential to make a global impact. Students participating can unleash their creative talents and surpass their own boundaries as they vie for a prestigious grand prize, and share a unique opportunity to pitch their ideas in front of distinguished judges from various industries, who possess invaluable expertise and insights. StartUp serves as a platform for students to explore their entrepreneurial skills, nurture their creativity, and engage in a dynamic competition that drives innovation.