The Design Expo is a biannual public showcase of engineering solutions created by students at the Swanson School of Engineering. The Expo features nearly 100 design projects from more than 400 students who utilize their creativity and ingenuity to address real-world problems. Several teams have gone on to win competitions at Pitt and nationwide.

Faculty, alumni and industry professionals select winners in each category, and all attendees can vote on the People's Choice Award. Also, a new prize will be awarded for the most creative project as part of the Year of Creativity