A new program launched by UConn’s Werth Institute aims to empower undergraduate women to become innovators and entrepreneurs.
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UConn’s Werth Institute Recognized for Excellence in Entrepreneurship Education
Not even four years old, the Werth Institute is already being recognized as an innovator in the field
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Finance, Forests, and Forbes – A Summer of Experience for Werth Innovators
Three students describe how UConn’s Peter J. Werth Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation has helped them make the most of their summers.
Mentions: WIs Ben Grosse, Zach Zambuto, and Andrew Burns
Meet Werth Innovator Lauren Boulay ’21 (ENG)
Meet UConn electrical engineering major Lauren Boulay ’21, part of the next generation of makers and a member of the inaugural cohort of Werth Innovators.
Features WI Lauren Boulay
Student-Driven Fund Empowering Budding Venture Capitalists at UConn
What started as a “crazy idea” has grown into an innovative new initiative to help students understand the business of investing in startup companies – with real money.
Werth Innovator Using Venture Capital to Support Social Justice This Summer
Astou Diallo combines a flair for business with a passionate interest in social justice
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“Koi People,” Quantitative Analysis, and Quarantine
A summer project gave UConn students an opportunity to learn about entrepreneurship, innovation – and carp.
Mentions: WI Eva Quigley, Natalie Lacriox
Driving Innovation: Mitchell Hornak ’22
At UConn, the sophomore has already won the Innovation Quest (iQ) award for an automated opioid dispenser designed to help prevent patients from overdosing.
Mentions: WI Mitchell Hornack
First ‘Get Seeded’ Event Awards $3k to New Ventures
The competition was created by the School of Business’ Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CCEI) and was open to students across disciplines. In the two weeks since announcing the competition, CCEI received 15 applications and selected eight teams to pitch.
Mentions: WIs Zach Zambuto, Aakash Balaji, Roast Me team, Patrick Hocking and Noah SP
Supporting the Next Generation of Innovators
After announcing his $22.5 million commitment to foster innovation at UConn, donor Peter Werth attended presentations by student innovators at the newly named Peter J. Werth Residence Tower. Continue reading
