
ELEVATE 2025 Health Tech Challenge
September 22, 2025 | 7:00 AM - 11:55 PM
ELEVATE 2025 Health Tech Challenge
Are you ready to take your startup to the next level? Apply for the ELEVATE HEALTH TECH CHALLENGE! The Innovation Center is dedicated to supporting and helping local startups thrive. Through ELEVATE, you’ll gain access to expert guidance, inspirational resources, and the opportunity to showcase your innovative ideas.
Teams will deliver pitches to our judges while competing for a chance at $20,000 in total prizes!
Don’t let this opportunity pass you by—apply today and elevate your startup to new heights!
Deadline to apply has been extended to September 22, 2025.
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Startup Week Opening
September 22, 2025 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Start your Startup Week with the Entrepreneurial Support Organizations (ESOs)! Get a sneak peek at the exciting events ahead, enjoy pan dulce, connect with fellow entrepreneurs, and join us for the official proclamation photo to mark the kickoff.
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Tech Tuesday: Four Ways to Generate Ideas
September 23, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Are you an entrepreneur, professional, or simply someone seeking to ignite their innovative spark?
Join the Innovation Center for Tech Tuesday! Dr. David Novick, the Innovation Center’s entrepreneur in residence, will introduce you to four methods for coming up with new ideas as quickly as possible.
Get ready to feel inspired, challenged, and equipped with a comprehensive set of tools to creatively overcome any hurdles. Attendees are encouraged to bring projects or problems to the workshop that require many innovative solutions.
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Streetcar Conversations
September 24, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Streetcar Conversations is a dynamic gathering focused on providing valuable insights and strategies for entrepreneurs, innovators, and startups. This event features a series of expert speakers who delve into various crucial aspects of business development.
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Join Us as We Make a Podium Finish!
September 26, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for the official grand closing event of El Paso Startup Week! Celebrate a week of innovation, growth, and success with us. Enjoy music, food, network with fellow entrepreneurs, and toast to our incredible startup ecosystem. Don’t miss out!
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STEM Fall Day 1 Elementary Day Camp
October 2, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Our Fall Elementary Day camps are a gateway to the amazing world of science, technology, engineering, and math, specially crafted for young learners. Through interactive activities, we’ll dive into various science subjects, igniting curiosity and unveiling potential paths for the future.
Our friendly instructors will lead kids in hands-on experiences, making STEM subjects fun and approachable. Whether your child wants to uncover new passions or start their journey toward a STEM career, our camp is the ideal stepping stone.
Priced at $25 per student for the day, this camp is an investment in knowledge and fun. To ensure inclusivity, we also provide scholarships. Don’t miss the chance! Apply now to be part of a day filled with exploration and excitement at the MCA STEM Innovation Lab.
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STEM Fall Day 2 Elementary Day Camp
October 3, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Our Fall Elementary Day camp 2 is a gateway to the amazing world of science, technology, engineering, and math, specially crafted for young learners. Through interactive activities, we’ll dive into various science subjects, igniting curiosity and unveiling potential paths for the future.
Our friendly instructors will lead kids in hands-on experiences, making STEM subjects fun and approachable. Whether your child wants to uncover new passions or start their journey toward a STEM career, our camp is the ideal stepping stone.
Priced at $25 per student for the day, this camp is an investment in knowledge and fun. To ensure inclusivity, we also provide scholarships. Don’t miss the chance! Apply now to be part of a day filled with exploration and excitement at the MCA STEM Innovation Lab.
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Middle School Day 1 STEM Camp
October 9, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Our STEM camps are designed to introduce middle school students to the exciting world of science, technology, engineering, and math. Through hands-on activities, we showcase different science topics and provide insights into potential career paths.
Our instructors will guide students in exploring STEM fields with engaging experiments and projects. Whether you’re looking to discover new interests or pursue a career in STEM, our camps are the perfect opportunity to start your journey.
With a cost of only $25 per student, our STEM camps are an investment in your future. We also offer scholarships to help make this opportunity accessible to everyone. Apply now to join us for a week of exploration and discovery at the MCA STEM Innovation Lab.
REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED.
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Middle School Day 2 STEM Camp
October 10, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Our STEM camps are designed to introduce middle school students to the exciting world of science, technology, engineering, and math. Through hands-on activities, we showcase different science topics and provide insights into potential career paths.
Our instructors will guide students in exploring STEM fields with engaging experiments and projects. Whether you’re looking to discover new interests or pursue a career in STEM, our camps are the perfect opportunity to start your journey.
With a cost of only $25 per student, our STEM camps are an investment in your future. We also offer scholarships to help make this opportunity accessible to everyone. Apply now to join us for a week of exploration and discovery at the MCA STEM Innovation Lab.
REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED.
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ELEVATE 2025 Health Tech Challenge: Demo Day
November 20, 2025 | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for the Elevate Health Tech Challenge Demo Day - the culminating event spotlighting Health Tech Startups in our region!
After an intensive 7-week program refining their ventures’ Investment and Technology Readiness levels, participants will showcase their innovative health technologies and business plans. Teams will deliver pitches to our judges while competing for a chance at $20,000 in total prizes.
Don’t miss seeing the next big innovations launching in El Paso! Stay after the pitches conclude for a networking reception to meet with the teams and other local innovators!
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