Classroom CR-06, comprising Groups 41–48, participated in a structured three-day ideation process during the Hundred Ideas Summit. The sessions were designed to guide faculty teams from initial problem identification to the development of refined, pitch-ready proposals aligned with the Royal University of Bhutan’s transformational goals.
The programme began on 2 February 2026 with a focus on problem identification. Through facilitated brainstorming and open discussion, groups examined a wide range of challenges and opportunities within the RUB ecosystem before narrowing their focus to one priority issue. Key themes that emerged included digital fragmentation of learning resources, inefficiencies in inter-college collaboration, gaps between academic research and community or policy impact, and the need to strengthen student mental health and well-being support systems.
On 3 February 2026, the emphasis shifted from identifying problems to developing solutions. Participants worked collaboratively to transform selected challenges into viable ideas by designing solution frameworks, identifying key stakeholders, outlining resource requirements, and drafting initial value propositions. In the afternoon, a World Café cross-pollination session enabled structured exchange across groups. Participants rotated between tables to share ideas, gather constructive feedback, and explore synergies. This interactive process supported refinement of concepts, minimised duplication, and encouraged the integration of multidisciplinary perspectives.
Later in the day, groups consolidated feedback and began formalising their proposals by drafting 500-word abstracts, developing initial presentation slides, and defining anticipated outcomes and impact indicators. The final session on 4 February 2026 focused on polishing abstracts and presentations, refining key messages, rehearsing timing, and preparing for the elevator pitch session. Groups then proceeded to Combined Hall 02 to deliver their pitches.
The eight groups from CR-06 produced a diverse portfolio of proposals, including initiatives such as a unified student mental health and counselling platform, an inter-college digital resource-sharing portal, a community-engaged research incubation model, and a policy brief series to translate RUB research into actionable public policy. All groups successfully delivered their elevator pitches, contributing meaningfully to the pool of ideas from which the grand finalists were selected.
Overall, the structured process effectively supported idea development and pitch readiness. While the schedule was intensive and some participants noted that the final morning session felt rushed, the experience was widely regarded as productive, well-facilitated, and valuable for informing future summit design.