CollegeBuddy is Reimagining College Applications for India’s 140 Million Students
When Joy Prashant Mehta (Questrom’25) applied to colleges in the United States, United Kingdom, and India, he noticed a stark contrast in the application processes. While the US and UK had streamlined systems like the Common App and UCAS, applying to Indian institutions meant visiting each college’s website individually and repeatedly entering the same information. […]
Idori is Making Sustainability Second Nature Through Early Childhood Education
From a simple cardboard box for reusing paper to nationwide partnerships with environmental nonprofits, Noah Sorin (Questrom’24) is transforming how children learn about sustainability through his startup, Idori. “Teaching children about sustainability is a real issue because most parents and educators find sustainability too complex, anxiety-inducing, and time-consuming to teach children at a young […]
BrightBook is Turning the Page on Teacher Burnout with Help from AI
In a time when American teachers face unprecedented burnout rates, Tommy Ross (Questrom’24) is developing a solution that aims to transform the educational landscape. As founder and CEO of BrightBook, Tommy has identified what he calls “the dual crisis in education.” “Teachers are now the most burnt-out profession in the United States, with 80% of […]
Meet the Finalists of the 2025 New Venture Competition!
Innovate@BU is proud to announce the finalists for the 2025 $80K New Venture Competition. After a competitive selection process, ten student-led ventures have advanced to the final round where they will pitch for their share of $80,000 in non-dilutive funding. The competition features two distinct tracks: The General Track showcases ventures with innovative business models […]
Behind the Scenes with the Hosts of Innovators’ Night 2025!
Every year, Innovators’ Night, hosted by Innovate@BU, brings together Boston’s brightest minds and creative thinkers. From New Venture Competition pitches to immersive tabling events, it’s more than just a conference—it’s a celebration of entrepreneurship, community, and innovation. Hear from this year’s dynamic emcees of Innovators’ Night 2025, Riya Shukla (CAS’25) and Remi Chester (Questrom’25), about […]
Introducing the Semi-Finalists of the 2025 New Venture Competition!
Boston University’s $80K New Venture Competition has selected its semi-finalists for 2025, advancing one step closer to determining which student-led ventures will share in this year’s substantial prize pool. The annual competition, organized by Innovate@BU, provides BU students and recent alumni with a platform to showcase their entrepreneurial concepts while competing for funding that can […]
Changing the Environmental Narrative with BU Alum Ethan Brown and the Sweaty Penguin
When Ethan Brown (COM/CAS’21) first encountered the idea of climate change in middle school, he found himself paralyzed by the scale of the problem. “I found it really scary and really overwhelming to the point where I wasn’t even interested in it,” Ethan recalls. During his time at Boston University, he discovered something that would […]
New Venture Competition 2025 Tips and Guide For Social Impact Track Applicants
From articulating your problem statement to showcasing your team’s capabilities, this comprehensive guide breaks down each section of the Social Impact track of the New Venture Competition application with concrete examples and actionable tips.
New Venture Competition Tips and Guide For 2025 General Track Applicants
Are you preparing your application for the New Venture Competition? Understanding how to effectively communicate your idea can make the difference between standing out and getting overlooked. From articulating your problem statement to showcasing your team’s capabilities, this comprehensive guide breaks down each section of the application with concrete examples and actionable tips.
2025 New Venture Competition Applications Are Open!
Innovate@BU welcomes all Boston University students and class of 2024 alumni to apply to the 2025 New Venture Competition. The competition invites founders with exciting business ideas to take their startups to the next level. Qualifying teams get access to coaching, feedback on their idea and pitch, founder and team skill-building, media exposure, and more. […]