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 501(c)3 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!

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September News

Including membership info and the new registration system, Program Guide changes, Coach Resources, Registration for statewide online...

August News

Getting ready for the new year, a new registration process, a final call for pin designs and a search for New York's next Odyssey Angels!...

July News

Welcoming new NYSOMA Board Members, a new Board Chair, a look at the problem synopses for next year and a call for pin design...

World Finals here we come!

It’s that time of year again. World Finals is upon us and 39 teams representing New York are on their way to Ames, Iowa. Check out the...

An eye to the wise (5)!

Covering the 2024/25 Problem Synopses, Friend of NYSOMA and Community Star Awards, and special information about the tribute to Dr Sam.

An eye to the wise (3)!

April news from NY Odyssey Covering State Finals, Shout Outs, the Syracuse Crunch, Activities during State Finals, Pins & Souvenirs,...

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

Albert Einstein

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