The document summarizes a 2010 project called Motivate Michigan that was a collegiate competition to generate ideas for improving Michigan's economy. It discusses the objectives, process, winners and impact. Over 280 student ideas were submitted from various colleges. The top 10 ideas were selected and then public voting determined the final 5 ideas. The winning idea was for underwater turbines for alternative energy. The project received over 3 million media impressions and helped promote economic development and sponsor brands.