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NC State is among 8 universities to be ranked in the top 20 for both undergraduate and graduate entrepreneurship programs in the country by The Princeton Review and ​Entrepreneur ​magazine for 2021.

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NC State Entrepreneurship Open House
Aug 26

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Thursday6:00 PM

Entrepreneurship Mentorship Meetup – New Mentees

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Announcing the First Frank J. Newlands, M.D. Entrepreneurship Scholars

Scholarship support enables greater success in college by allowing students to have more time to focus on their studies. Learn more about the latest addition to the robust group of entrepreneurship scholarships – The Frank J. Newlands, M.D. Entrepreneurship Scholarship. 

Meet the Newest Startups Heading to the Andrews Launch Accelerator

By Caroline Barnhill Over the last decade, NC State has become one of the top schools for entrepreneurship in the nation. And with dozens of budding entrepreneurs graduating each year, Poole College of Management’s Andrews Launch Accelerator (ALA) program helps selected startups get off the ground with funding, resources and guidance. Through a 14-week summer program,… 

Summer 2021 – Entrepreneurship Garage Member Policy Updates

Learn about the protocols and guidelines to help promote a safe and supportive environment at the Entrepreneurship Garage. 
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Getting Started with Entrepreneurship: Recommendations from Marshall Brain II

Marshall Brain II, director of the Engineering Entrepreneurs Program, shares some of his favorite resources for entrepreneurs. 
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NC State Athletics Unveils “ALPHA” NIL Program

As a new NIL era in college sports begins, we're excited to announce our partnership with NC State Athletics to offer our student-athletes foundational knowledge in all areas of entrepreneurship including financial literacy, brand management and decision-making. 
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NCSU entrepreneurs’ new tech cuts website load times

When Camden asked Ben for help on a web design project–as a junior in high school–a friendship and business partnership formed. The above is the concept behind Padeo, a newly launched startup developed by co-founders Ben Hardison and Camden Conekin [BGD ’20], who met each other in high school. 

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Located on Centennial Campus, the Entrepreneurship Garage is a place for students to explore their entrepreneurial ideas and interests. Members can enjoy our co-working space with amenities and create their ventures in the prototyping lab.

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Creation spaces are places where people can take a...

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Creation spaces are places where people can take a rough idea and experiment, design, improve or reimagine a concept. Luckily for the Wolfpack, there are specialized spaces across campus with different audiences and resources available. Learn more about the creation spaces on @ncstate's campus in the article in our bio.

Are you a graduate student interested in working ...

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Are you a graduate student interested in working at the Entrepreneurship Garage? We have the perfect position for you! 💡 Check out the article in our bio to learn more about the details! #ncstateent #werehiring #ncstate #entrepreneurshipgarage #graduatestudent #entrepreneurshipjob #entrepreneurshipopportunity #creationspace

We love to back the pack and work with NC State ...

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We love to back the pack and work with NC State alumni businesses! @reborncco just made these awesome t-shirts for the @ncstateeclinic and our Andrews Launch members! @entrepreneuremily #ncstateent #thinkanddo #entrepreneurship #ncstatealumni #howlback #backthepack #entrepreneursofinstagram #entrepreneurshipcommunity #entrepreneurmotivation

3D printers, laser cutters, woodworking and more! ...

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3D printers, laser cutters, woodworking and more! The Entrepreneurship Garage has many great resources for students to make their ideas a reality. Interested in learning how to use our 3D printers? Check out the tutorial in our bio from one of our former Garage Techincal Assistants, Niell Robson. @neill.robson #ncstateent #entrepreneurshipgarage #entrepreneurshipresources #entrepreneurshipcommunity #thinkanddo #3dprinter #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurmotivation #entrepreneurinspiration

We can't wait to see everyone back on campus ...

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We can't wait to see everyone back on campus in one month! 🐺 #ncstateent #ncstate #thinkanddo #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurshipeducation #entrepreneurlifestye #entrepreneurshipcommunity

Looking for something fun to do with your friends ...

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Looking for something fun to do with your friends and family? Throw a backyard movie night or watch @packfootball on big screen this fall with @ncstatealumni owned business, Triangle Backyard Cinema. Book with them today through the link in our website! #ncstateent #ncstate #thinkanddo #howlback #ncstatealumni #entrepreneursofinstagram #entrepreneurspirit #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurmindset #entrepreneurialmindset

"Success is not what you have, but who you ...

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"Success is not what you have, but who you are." - Bo Bennet How do you define success? #mondaymotivation #ncstateent #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurshipmotivation #entrepreneurinspiration #success #successmindset #youngentrepreneur #entrepreneurspirit

Entrepreneurship can be intimidating, but having ...

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Entrepreneurship can be intimidating, but having resources to help you navigate your way can make things easier. Check out the article in our bio from Marshall Brain II, director of the Engineering Entrepreneurs Program, to get a list a of entrepreneurship-related books. 🚀 @ncstateengr #entrepreneurship #ncstateent #entrepreneurshipeducation #entrepreneurialmindset #entrepreneurmotivation #inspiration #thinkanddo #lifelonglearner #sundaymorningnews

Anyone can become an entrepreneur at NC State. ...

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Anyone can become an entrepreneur at NC State. 💡 Through a wealth of programs and initiatives, we provide you with everything you need to bring your bright ideas to life. Learn about entrepreneurship at @ncstate and some of our student businesses in the article in our bio! 💻 #entrepreneurship #ncstateent #thinkanddo #ncstate #entrepreneurshipeducation #entrepreneurmotivation #entrepreneurresources #entrepreneurshipresources #entrepreneurshipcommunity

In honor of national ice cream month, we are ...

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In honor of national ice cream month, we are highlighting @ncstatealumni owned business, @tworoosters 🍦 With locations across the Triangle, you can be sure to find a scoop somewhere nearby! Check out their menu and tell us what flavor you want to try in the comments. 😋 Photo by John Michael Simpson @ncstatepoole #howlback #ncstateent #ncstatepoole #entrepreneursofinstagram #entrepreneurlife #entrepreneurmotivation #entrepreneurinspiration #entrepreneurship #hustle #hardwork #nationalicecreammonth #icecream #tworoosters

It's world chocolate day! 🍫 Satisfy your ...

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It's world chocolate day! 🍫 Satisfy your sweet tooth with one of these @ncstatealumni owned businesses! Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory - Cary, NC Grant Berries - Augusta, GA Photo by Charisse Kenion on Unsplash #entrepreneurship #ncstateent #howlback #ncstatealumni #entrepreneursofinstagram #hustle #hardwork #worldchocolateday #rockymountainchocolate #grantberries #entrepreneurs #chocolate

Did you know you don't have to wait until ...

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Did you know you don't have to wait until September to get connected with our amazing mentors!? Join eConnect and read the article in our bio for tips to get started now! 🚀 #entrepreneurship #ncstateent #entrepreneurshipmentors #entrepreneurshipeducation #ncstate #econnect #getstarted #mentortips #thinkanddo #entrepreneurtip

Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸

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Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸 #ncstateent #fourthofjuly #happyfourth #happy4th

@sweettsalon, owned by @ncstatealumni Nancy Nguyen...

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@sweettsalon, owned by @ncstatealumni Nancy Nguyen Liles (Class of '04), is an award-winning, family-owned and women-owned salon specializing in custom haircuts and color. If you're in Raleigh and looking for a haircut, be sure to check them out! 💇✂️💇‍♂️ 📸 Sweet T Salon #ncstatealumni #howlback #entrepreneursofinstagram #entrepreneurlifestyle #entrepreneurmotivation #hardwork #hustle #hairstyle #haircut #sweettsalon

"If you're passionate about something ...

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"If you're passionate about something and you work hard, then I think you will be successful." - Pierre Omidyar, founder and chairman of eBay Drop your favorite quote about hard work below. ⬇️ #entrepreneurship #ncstateent #hardwork #motivation #thinkanddo #entrepreneurmotivation #entrepreneurlifestyle

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NC State Entrepreneurship serves as a unifying hub for entrepreneurship at the university, enhancing NC State's reputation as a leader in entrepreneurship education.

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Top-20 in Entrepreneurship

NC State is one of 8 universities to rank in the top 20 for both undergraduate and graduate education in the country

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