NY Odyssey of the Mind

Welcome to New York Odyssey !

For over 40 years, New York State Odyssey of the Mind Association, Inc. (NYSOMA), a 501C3 organization, has offered the Odyssey of the Mind (OM™) program to New York students. A creative problem solving program, OM encourages divergent thinking as teams use creativity and teamwork to solve unique problems. OM brings the classroom to life as students apply what they learn and combine it with their interests and passions. OM emphasizes teamwork, budgeting, time management, public speaking, and so much more!

Please explore the site to learn more and/or contact us directly by visiting the Contacts page or using the chat button.

Do you need spontaneous challenges?

Every 1-2 weeks New York Odyssey publishes 3 new challenges that teams can use to sharpen their spontaneous skills. Check out the new...

Another scholarship opportunity!

Creative Opportunities Online (COU) have announced a scholarship opportunity for graduating HS seniors as well as two awards for HS...

Check out our new pins!

A 7-pin letter set spelling out New York, with iconic places from around the State, a limited edition State Finals pin showcasing the NY...

December Clarifications

New general clarifications have been added for Problems 1, 2, 3 & 5. Problem 1: Escape vroOM December 20, 2021 C1 – Site, Setup and...

Apply for a Scholarship!

Attention High School Seniors and College Freshmen! Get your creative juices flowing and produce a fantastic brief video that will...

November Clarifications

New general clarifications have been added for Problems 2, 3, 4 & 5. Problem 2: Odyssey ReOMvention Nov 29, 2021 B9 – The Setting: The...

Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world.

Albert Einstein