Idea Incubator: A Beginner’s Launchpad for Innovation!
Do you have a passion for innovation and want to bring your ideas to life? The Idea Incubator is the perfect way to foster your entrepreneurial skills and develop ideas that can grow into viable ventures. The eight-week program provides students with the opportunity to get involved with Innovate@BU and generate ideas that have a […]
Project Action Pioneer: Ellen Zheng’s Hult Prize Journey
For Ellen Zheng (ENG‘27), The Hult Prize Competition is no unfamiliar challenge. This year, Ellen took on the role of directing the BU branch of the Hult Prize Competition for the second time, and embraced the opportunity to grow as an entrepreneur and social innovator. The Hult Prize is more than just a competition; it’s […]
A First-Year’s Guide to Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Boston University
Navigating your first year of college is both exciting and daunting. For freshmen at Boston University, the First-Year Innovation Fellowship (FYIF) program at Innovate@BU offers a unique opportunity to ease into university life and the realm of entrepreneurship and innovation. Through the reflections of several FYIF students, you’ll get an inside look into how this […]
Fostering Financial Literacy with Ben Brosnahan – Habitual Personal Finance Workshop
Managing personal finances as a college student can seem daunting. Many students are not taught financial literacy in school and find themselves having to navigate finances on their own. However, one student at Boston University is innovating new ways to overcome these challenges and empowering others to do the same. Ben Brosnahan, a BU student […]
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.
Applications Now Open for the Enlight Fellowship Program
Make an Impact This Summer Generously funded by the Enlight Foundation, the Enlight Fellowship program provides a $10,000 stipend for students to intern at a local social impact organization while simultaneously working to develop their own social venture. It’s the perfect blend of practical experience and entrepreneurial innovation—all designed to equip you with the skills […]
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. […]
Introducing the 2024-25 Sustainability Innovation Seed Grant Award Winners
The Sustainability Innovation Seed Grants, led by Innovate@BU in collaboration with BU Sustainability, serve as a catalyst for students who are passionate about developing sustainability projects with potential impacts for Boston University and beyond. Awardees: BU Closet is tackling the environmental impact of textile waste and the fast fashion industry’s unsustainable practices. By organizing free […]
BU School of Hospitality’s Two Innovation Competitions with $62.5K in Total Prizes
The Boston University School of Hospitality Administration (SHA) has announced the details for two exciting, annual competitions that showcase the intersection of hospitality, innovation, and student wellbeing. With a combined prize pool of $62,500, these competitions offer BU students and recent graduates the opportunity to transform their innovative ideas into reality. The $50K Hospitality Innovation […]