Moonshot Factory
Inspired by Google X, WUHC’s Moonshot Factory brainstorms, develops, and implements projects that fulfill unmet healthcare needs across the University of Pennsylvania campus and throughout the wider Philadelphia community.
Chronology
September: identify pressing unaddressed healthcare needs faced by students, staff, and Philadelphians at large
October: devise innovative project ideas, form teams, delegate roles + responsibilities, and create a timeline for implementation
November-December: find & form connections & collaborations, outline a clear project scope & objective based on research & conversations with experts
January-February: design promotional materials, secure any required funding, confirm speakers + mentors, and finalize project logistics
March-April: add finishing touches to projects, project launch, End of Year Celebration + Final Reflections
August: recruitment + selection of team deputies
Past & Present Highlights
Healthcare Hackathon
An annual pitch competition for high school students from all over the country.
Nutrition + Wellness
An initiative to promote healthy lifestyles in West Philadelphia elementary schools.
Breast Cancer Awareness
A WUHC x SHOP x Penn Medicine collaboration offering breast cancer screenings and educational workshops.
Biotech Industry Panels
A series of career + networking events where experts share their experiences.
Health Insurance Info Hub
A one-stop shop for Penn students to learn about their current and future health insurance options.
COVID-19 Survival Guide
Informational resources for Penn students and staff to access PPE, self-care kits, and social services around campus.
WUHC Podcast
A bimonthly podcast featuring interviews with Health Care Management professors & industry experts throughout the Greater Philadelphia Region and beyond.