CS Capstone Innovation Fair

The Capstone Innovation Fair is the signature annual event of the Computer Science Department at LAU, where senior students showcase their final-year projects. It is a public exhibition that highlights innovation, teamwork, and the practical application of computer science knowledge gained throughout their degree.

Students present posters, live demonstrations, and prototypes to faculty, peers, industry experts, and invited guests.

Purpose of the Fair

• Provide a platform for students to demonstrate their skills in software development, design, AI, IoT, cybersecurity, VR/AR, and more.
• Connect students with industry experts and potential employers.
• Recognize excellence through awards and prizes in multiple categories.
• Inspire future cohorts of students to aim higher in their capstone journey.
• Build bridges with the wider community and sponsors who support innovation and talent development.

Expert Judges

Each year, the Fair welcomes a distinguished panel of judges, including:

• Senior faculty members and researchers.
• Industry professionals from leading tech companies.
• Entrepreneurs and innovators from the startup ecosystem.
• Representatives from sponsoring organizations.

Judges evaluate projects on innovation, technical depth, feasibility, societal impact, and presentation quality.

Benefits of Participation

For students:

• Showcase your work to industry and academia.
• Gain valuable feedback and recognition from experts.
• Build your portfolio and network for career opportunities.
• Compete for awards and prizes.

For sponsors and partners:

• Connect directly with top student talent.
• Gain visibility and branding within the academic and innovation community.
• Support the next generation of CS innovators.
• Opportunity to offer internships, mentorships, or prizes.