At Penn State, innovation is not just for engineers. It is for anyone who wants to create, lead, and make an impact. That is the spirit behind Engineering 310: Entrepreneurial Leadership, a course that is open to all students across campus. Whether you are majoring in communications, business, science, liberal arts, or engineering, this class […]
If you ask past students what they got from Engineering Entrepreneurship courses, they won’t just tell you about assignments or grades — they’ll tell you it was “the greatest learning experience I’ve ever had in a school setting” and “the classes that completely changed how I see my future.”
You started this journey with one course — and now, you’re just two classes away from earning your Certificate in Product Innovation and Entrepreneurship. That’s more than a credential — it’s proof that you’ve built real-world skills for a future that demands innovation, leadership, and agility.
Just a few months ago, I stood at the same fork in the road that every soon-to-graduate engineering student eventually faces: take the safe job with steady pay and benefits—or roll the dice on something riskier, less defined, and potentially way more fulfilling.
Are you a Penn State student with a groundbreaking startup idea, a passion for social good, or a nonprofit initiative? The Summer Founders Program is your gateway to turning those dreams into reality. This signature initiative of Invent Penn State offers a $15,000 equity-free grant to help you dedicate your summer to advancing your venture, and the application deadline is approaching.
Penn State engineering grad Masen Nartatez turned a classroom project into a real-world innovation at Lockheed Martin. His work in ENGR 415 helped solve a major welding inefficiency, earning company support and a potential patent. Discover how Penn State’s entrepreneurial mindset empowers engineers to drive change from within.
Nikhil Bharadwaj is revolutionizing EV charging and sustainability as the Co-Founder and CTO of Xeal. From his roots at Penn State to leading groundbreaking innovations, his journey is one of passion, problem-solving, and impact. Discover how he’s shaping the future of smart cities and clean energy.
Lucy Bickel’s journey through Penn State’s Engineering Entrepreneurship (ENTI) minor has transformed her confidence, creativity, and leadership. From crafting compelling stories to tackling challenges with an entrepreneurial mindset, she’s applying these skills to every aspect of her life. Discover how this program is shaping future innovators—like Lucy—on campus.
SLCKR, a Penn State-born startup, transformed from a side project into a thriving business with mentorship, funding, and community support. Discover how Tyler Tracy and Ben Johnson navigated challenges, built a brand, and are now shaping the future of their company—and inspiring the next wave of entrepreneurs.
Is there a new sensation about to shake up the Penn State tailgate scene? Whirl Pong, born out of the Gameday Ventures event, is the ingenious creation of sophomore Mechanical Engineering major Dillon Fink.
