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Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Innovation and Entrepreneurship at NC State

Whether you want to start a business or work in an established organization, we have something for you, from classes to events to trips and more!

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Building Something Big?

Are you actively working on an idea, project or venture that you think could become something big? If so, you should check out the Andrews Launch Accelerator, whose applications just opened. It’s a FREE 12-week summer program, with an opportunity to receive an average of $5000 in equity-free grants for your startup.

Need help getting started? Attend a LAUNCH session where you will learn how to articulate, validate and communicate your entrepreneurial venture effectively.

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Upcoming Events

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Mar 20

Thursday6:00 PM

Andrews Launch Accelerator LAUNCH Sessions
Mar 21

Friday11:00 AM

Tote Time Workshop
Mar 21

Friday2:30 PM

Laser Cutting Basics Workshop

Entrepreneurship In the News

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The Albright Entrepreneurship Garage is a Space for Collaboration, Teamwork and More

When students hear “Entrepreneurship Garage,” they usually think of the prototyping space, where they can use 3D printers, laser cutters, sewing machines and other tools. But, the Albright Entrepreneurship Garage… 
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TEC Graduates Reflect on How the Program Helped in Their Corporate Careers

It sounds strange at first, but not all students who learn how to turn an idea into a business model at NC State start their own business afterward to immediately apply… 
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A Successful Game Jam Hosted with Schools Across the Triangle

The first Triangle Game Jam, co-hosted by NC State Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Duke Game Design, Development and Innovation and UNC Chapel Hill Computer Science, was a major success. Ahmed Ali, director… 
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Student Entrepreneurs Showcase Innovation at Wolf Den Competition

Wolf Den is a Shark Tank-inspired pitch competition that gives students the opportunity to pitch their business concepts to live judges from a variety of industries. The 2024 Wolf Den… 
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A Partnership in Business and Life Rooted in Raleigh’s Entrepreneurial Community

Sean Newman Maroni and Becky Holmes Maroni met while developing their ventures in the co-working space of HQ Raleigh, which is now known as Raleigh Founded, in 2015. Before meeting… 
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The Next Step to Building Your Business: Apply to the Andrews Launch Accelerator

Do you have a venture that could use support? Are you an NC State student or have you graduated within the last five years? If you answered yes to both of… 
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Students

Whether you’re a future student who wants to learn what we offer or a current student with a big, bold idea, we have everything you need to succeed.

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Alumni

Our alumni are serial entrepreneurs and lifelong learners who come back, give back and support the Wolfpack long after they leave.

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Community

Innovation and 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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Spaces

At NC State, big ideas have room to grow. Our student entrepreneurs connect with like-minded innovators and access vital resources in designated spaces across campus and around Raleigh.

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Community Anchors

The Kenan Institute for Engineering, Technology and Science

KIETS supports a multifaceted set of academic and industry partners that have developed innovative research and educational programs, started new companies, and forged strategic partnerships with an array of external stakeholders to the benefit of tens of thousands of individuals worldwide.

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The Poole College of Management

Poole emphasizes experiential learning, corporate partnerships, international and honors programs, and research opportunities that are designed to enable students to make an immediate impact in the working world.

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The Office of Research Commercialization

ORC cultivates an integrated environment of scientific and entrepreneurial excellence and bridges connections from North Carolina State University’s research community to industry and startups by strategically evaluating, protecting and licensing technology.

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Entrepreneurship Scholarships

NC State Entrepreneurship Scholarships are awarded to deserving NC State students who have outstanding achievements in or involvement with entrepreneurship activities. 

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Entrepreneurship Competitions

Students from all academic departments can participate in internal and external entrepreneurship competitions to test and refine their founder skills.

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Entrepreneurship Trips

High-impact experiences can be pivotal; helping students decide if they want to pursue a career in the entrepreneurial ecosystem or a leadership role in the technology space. Your gift ensures these experiences continue

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