Unique solutions to real-world problems were on display in the Engr 310 Business Showcase, which awarded four innovative students with $500. Find out which ideas got a resource boost to support their next steps.
Fuel Your Startup Dreams: Penn State’s Lion Launchpad Microgrants Help Students Turn Ideas Into Thriving Ventures
Penn State’s Lion Launchpad program is helping students bring their ideas to life. Find out how this initiative is providing support to propel student-led early-stage ventures forward.
Penn State Founders Seek Students to Lead Innovative Businesses in Manufacturing and Security Solutions
Are you ready to take ownership of an advanced startup? Two Penn State founders are looking to turn the work that they’ve done over to a student or team that would like to take these ideas forward as business owners. Both opportunities could also serve as coursework for a class team.
Apply by January 27 for the Rice Business Plan Competition: The Ultimate Launchpad for University Startups
The Rice Business Plan Competition showcases the best of university startups worldwide. Alumni from the competition have gone on to raise more than $4.6 billion in funding. Engineering Entrepreneurship will cover the travel expenses and help prepare any Penn State team that’s accepted. Check out the details.
Turn Your Big Idea Into $7,500: Register for Penn State’s Ag Springboard Competition by February 15, 2025!
Each year, Ag Springboard awards $7,500 to the student team with the best pitch for a new business or non-profit venture in the agricultural sciences (with $2,500 for the runner-up). Each team must include a student enrolled at the College of Agricultural Sciences. Get more information and registration information here.
Be Part of the First-Ever Basic Patent Process & Skills Program at Penn State
Are you interested in learning how to secure a patent? Register by January 26 for The Basic Patent Process & Skills program, taking place in three Saturday sessions (Feb. 1, Mar. 1, and Apr. 5). Learn more.
HackUMass Victory: Penn State Students Redefine Electronics Education with VR
Penn State Engineering students Kartikey Pandey, Parth Kshirsagar, and Shreyansh O. earned the Best AR/VR Hack award at HackUMass for their groundbreaking project, VR Breadboard. Learn how this innovative virtual reality application is set to revolutionize electronics education and what’s next for their award-winning creation.
How Bobby Bacci ’06 Turned Penn State Lessons into a Data-Driven Success Story
From building chatbots at Penn State to leading a healthcare analytics powerhouse, Bobby Bacci (’06) embodies entrepreneurial excellence. Explore how his Penn State roots, entrepreneurial spirit, and lessons from the Engineering Entrepreneurship Minor paved the way for his success.
Student Startup Spotlight: Marble – Revolutionizing Mental Wellness with AI
Discover how Penn State student-founded startup Marble is revolutionizing mental wellness with AI-powered tools that connect personal growth and professional coaching. From innovative journaling apps to showcasing at TechCrunch, Marble’s journey highlights the power of innovation, resilience, and Penn State’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Explore their inspiring story and game-changing platform!
From Penn State to Fashion Innovator: Learn Textile Art with Maggie McLaughlin
Dive into the world of sustainable fashion with Maggie McLaughlin, founder of Magg’s Rags! Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll explore textile art, learn from an inspiring alumna, and discover how creativity can spark change. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference through art!