Innovation and Entrepreneurship News

Sustainability entrepreneurs shine at the 2025 CSC Finals

Allison Jane Miller — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 14:31:44 +0000

Sustainability entrepreneurs shine at the 2025 CSC Finals Allison Jane Miller Mon, 10/27/2025 - 08:31

The Colorado Sustainability Challenge concluded on Oct. 12 with the top five finalist teams pitching their sustainability solutions to the audience and a panel of judges, and receiving $21,000 in awards.

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New climate initiative to turn student innovations into startup success

Allison Jane Miller — Mon, 05 May 2025 14:29:26 +0000

New climate initiative to turn student innovations into startup success Allison Jane Miller Mon, 05/05/2025 - 08:29

In a major step toward accelerating Colorado’s climate innovation economy, CU Boulder has launched Boulder Climate Ventures, a new interdisciplinary program that equips students to develop and launch high-impact startups focused on climate solutions.

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Trailblazing ideas and entrepreneurial spirit reap rewards at the 2025 NVC Finals

Allison Jane Miller — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:40:38 +0000

Trailblazing ideas and entrepreneurial spirit reap rewards at the 2025 NVC Finals Allison Jane Miller Thu, 04/24/2025 - 11:40

The 2025 New Venture Challenge (NVC) culminated in a final showcase on April 23 with a live audience cheering on CU Boulder’s next exciting innovations. At an event filled with big ideas and even bigger entrepreneurial spirit, six teams competed for a record $325K.

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CU Boulder alum’s digital wellness initiative gains national attention

Allison Jane Miller — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 16:48:18 +0000

CU Boulder alum’s digital wellness initiative gains national attention Allison Jane Miller Tue, 04/08/2025 - 10:48

Social activist and nonprofit entrepreneur Maddie Freeman (BBA ’24) landed on the "Forbes 30 Under 30" list for helping young people strike a healthy tech-life balance through her Boulder-based nonprofit, NoSo November (short for “No Social [Media] November”).

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RSVP for the New Venture Challenge Finals on April 23

Allison Jane Miller — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 16:55:48 +0000

RSVP for the New Venture Challenge Finals on April 23 Allison Jane Miller Mon, 03/17/2025 - 10:55

The New Venture Challenge is a launchpad for aspiring problem-solvers and creatives. Join us on April 23 to watch top entrepreneurs pitch live to a panel of judges and compete for a share of $325K.

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Expanded opportunities for innovation and partnerships at CU Boulder

Allison Jane Miller — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:54:47 +0000

Expanded opportunities for innovation and partnerships at CU Boulder Allison Jane Miller Thu, 02/20/2025 - 11:54

The Research & Innovation Office's operations are now organized into four pillars to encourage more cross-team activity and distribute decision-making more broadly and flexibly. We sat down with Bryn Rees, associate vice chancellor for innovation and partnerships, to discuss the new Innovation & Partnerships team.

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Female entrepreneurs face hidden barriers in mentorship networks

Allison Jane Miller — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:45:28 +0000

Female entrepreneurs face hidden barriers in mentorship networks Allison Jane Miller Thu, 02/20/2025 - 11:45

Gender segregation within mentorship networks plays a major role in limiting access to critical resources for female entrepreneurs, according to a working paper co-authored by Ethan Poskanzer (Leeds).

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How a freshman is forging a sustainable future at CU Boulder

Allison Jane Miller — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 18:21:35 +0000

How a freshman is forging a sustainable future at CU Boulder Allison Jane Miller Thu, 01/16/2025 - 11:21

Walter's entrepreneurial journey began in high school with the launch of an electric landscaping company, Electric Lawn. This initial experience served as a crash course in business, from building a brand to managing operations in Austin's intense summer heat.

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Campus teams tackle big challenges at the 2024 Sustainability Hackathon

Allison Jane Miller — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 01:27:07 +0000

Campus teams tackle big challenges at the 2024 Sustainability Hackathon Allison Jane Miller Mon, 11/18/2024 - 18:27

“It is exciting to see the continued growth of the Sustainability Hackathon,” said Stan Hickory, director of CU Boulder’s Innovation & Entrepreneurship Initiative. “We have students coming together from across the campus and multiple universities to develop solutions to real sustainability problems.”

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CU Boulder named a Fast Company and Inc. Top 50 Ignition School

Allison Jane Miller — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:18:49 +0000

CU Boulder named a Fast Company and Inc. Top 50 Ignition School Allison Jane Miller Wed, 10/30/2024 - 18:18

Fast Company and Inc. recently published their first list of Ignition Schools—the top 50 institutions that lead in entrepreneurship and innovation—and CU Boulder made the list, thanks to the dynamic teaching and research that shapes trailblazing entrepreneurs long before they graduate.

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