Impact: 11 universities (460 students) ( +10,000 via social networks) University tour date: February-March 2024 Organizers Polkadot Colombia: -Santiago Guzman, -Roberto Heredia, -Carlos Rodriguez. Classroom support ambassadors: -Ezio Rojas -Joann Cruz -Donatello Lopez. Wallet: 13B5YyS8u93FKbZYRFGh1BFwYjn5a8zhAJqEXtAWNmY7HzEu Cities Colombia: Bogota-Medellin-Cali-Ibague-Cucuta. City El Salvador: San Salvador Budget: 29,221 usd DOT EMA7 Price ( USD ): 5.608; Number of DOT: 5,210.07 After converting the dot, the remaining dollars will be returned to the treasury. Link PDF proposal: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fU3r2d5KY\_2rRl7vJn8sQN18NaMMQxUs/view?usp=sharing Previous Successful Events: https://drive.google.com/file/d/152xFAXoDVZNCjBMAqN2ZzhJBtV48-EPe/view https://drive.google.com/file/d/17u9fuVZImGRyitrRWf7mK7dOm8IVyfA2/view https://drive.google.com/file/d/18WJ-btsfjWWZhn8pTxyn7j9Va0s9jUn5/view?usp=sharing Previous Supporting Event: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17gI0KAR9v9oasUns4WMZpsLxrG0OSgudsZ6U\_bOYBFg/edit Objectives: To provide university students with a theoretical and practical introduction to Polkadot, its architecture, features and applications, in order to broaden their knowledge of blockchain technology and its potential. To provide students with a solid foundation of Polkadot's structure and architecture, to understand the functioning and importance of Substrate, as well as to understand the role of ink! and the connections in its ecosystem: parachains and tools. Real-World Applications: Practical insights into the applications of Substrate will be showcased, emphasizing its relevance in creating scalable, interoperable, and secure blockchain solutions. Interactive Learning: Engaging workshops and discussions will facilitate a dynamic learning environment, encouraging students to actively participate in the exploration of Polkadot's potential. University Collaboration: Forge partnerships with the selected universities to seamlessly integrate the marathon into their academic calendars, fostering an environment conducive to technological exploration. Feedback Mechanism: Establish a feedback system to gauge the impact of the marathon, allowing for continuous improvement and tailoring future initiatives to the specific needs and interests of the participating universities. This educational marathon is more than a series of workshops; it's an opportunity for students in Colombia and San Salvador to gain firsthand knowledge from Polkadot Ambassadors, fostering a new generation of blockchain enthusiasts ready to shape the future of decentralized technology Objectives: To provide university students with a theoretical and practical introduction to Polkadot, its architecture, features and applications, in order to broaden their knowledge of blockchain technology and its potential. To provide students with a solid foundation of Polkadot's structure and architecture, to understand the functioning and importance of Substrate, as well as to understand the role of ink! and the connections in its ecosystem: parachains and tools. Real-World Applications: Practical insights into the applications of Substrate will be showcased, emphasizing its relevance in creating scalable, interoperable, and secure blockchain solutions. Interactive Learning: Engaging workshops and discussions will facilitate a dynamic learning environment, encouraging students to actively participate in the exploration of Polkadot's potential. University Collaboration: Forge partnerships with the selected universities to seamlessly integrate the marathon into their academic calendars, fostering an environment conducive to technological exploration. Feedback Mechanism: Establish a feedback system to gauge the impact of the marathon, allowing for continuous improvement and tailoring future initiatives to the specific needs and interests of the participating universities. This educational marathon is more than a series of workshops; it's an opportunity for students in Colombia and San Salvador to gain firsthand knowledge from Polkadot Ambassadors, fostering a new generation of blockchain enthusiasts ready to shape the future of decentralized technology.