CASE FILE 2026
DESIGN at UT presents
PANOPTICON
- Dates
- Location
- Subject
- You & 3 Teammates
Registration
Open
What is PANOPTICON?
PANOPTICON is DESIGN at UT's second annual Design-A-Thon! It's a three-day design competition where teams race against time to solve one critical challenge.
The internet is a surveillance state. You watch what everyone creates, and everyone watches you back. So what is design’s role when everything is seen? How does it shape mass perception, and how is it shaped by it?
We’ll provide the meals, expert workshops, industry judges, and plenty of pressure. No design experience required. Just bring your curiosity, your team, and your drive.
Who
UT Austin students
Undergrad or grad, all majors and skill levels.
Teams
Up to 4 people
Everyone on your team must register. Solo? We'll match you.
Cost
Free
Plus free meals, snacks, swag, and time with industry designers.
Awards
Agenda
Speakers
Hover or tap a card to read more.
Judges
Partners
The companies and organizations that make Panopticon free for every attendee.
Want your brand in front of UT's design community? Sponsor workshops, prizes, food, or swag.
Become a partnerOur Directors
Meet the team behind it all: the DESIGN at UT directors who put Panopticon together.
Attendee Guide
FAQ
Still curious? Email designatut@gmail.com or DM @designatut.