Penn State Launches Veterans Business Outreach Center: A New Era for Veteran Entrepreneurship On September 11, 2024, the Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) announced the establishment of a Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) aimed at supporting veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs in Pennsylvania. This initiative, funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), is designed […]
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The Rise of Women Entrepreneurs: How Educational Institutions Support Their Journey
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: The Role of U.S. Colleges and Programs In a recent article published by the University of Connecticut (2024 USNews Ranking: 58) , the Peter J. Werth Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation has made significant strides in supporting first-year women entrepreneurs through its innovative program, the First-Year Women Werth Innovators. This initiative aims […]
Washington University Launches New Funding Program for Startups and Local Economic Growth
New Support for Startups at Washington University in St. Louis On September 3, 2024, Washington University in St. Louis announced a new funding initiative aimed at supporting startups associated with the university and bolstering economic development in the St. Louis region. The program, named WashU Venture Network Follow-on Investments, is a collaborative effort between the […]
University of Washington Launches Pack Ventures Venture Capital Fund
The Role of Pack Ventures in Enhancing the Innovation Ecosystem at the University of Washington On August 20, 2024, the University of Washington (UW) announced the establishment of a new independent venture capital fund, Pack Ventures. This initiative aims to accelerate and enhance the university’s innovation ecosystem, providing a platform for entrepreneurs to launch new […]
