HackRU is the biannual, 24-hour hackathon at Rutgers University. It is the largest educational event hosted at Rutgers, and the second longest-running student-run hackathon in the nation. Hosted by the Undergraduate Student Alliance of Computer Scientists (USACS), HackRU welcome hundreds of students of all skill levels and backgrounds to the Banks for a weekend dedicated to building awesome software and hardware projects. Industry experts and mentors come from all over the country to foster an environment for learning through tech talks and one-on-one guidance, while also providing an opportunity for students to network and inquire about career opportunities.