REVISED - UVA Entrepreneurship Update, FEB 01 - 07
What follows is a revised summary of the events and deadlines across Entrepreneurship@UVA and the wider Charlottesville area. As always, should you have any questions about Entrepreneurship here at UVA, feel free to check out our websiteor email: startup@virginia.edu.
:: WAHOOWA ::
Babylon Microfarms, co-founded by Alexander Olesen and Graham Smith, was featured in a Los Angeles Times story on hydroponics and the potential for "soil-less" agriculture.
Take care. And take care of each other. Got News? Let us know
:: HELP WANTED ::
Jake is looking for a technical co-founder, with the skills/experience to develop an app—preferably in Swift. Email Jake
Gnome is a device that waters houseplants while owners are away. The team is looking for mechanical/electrical engineers with prototyping experience, particularly with raspberry pi or arduino. Email Amanda
Looking for connections to a co-founder or need help with a project? Email startup@virginia.edu.
:: WHAT'S HAPPENING ::
NEW SECTIONS OF THE STARTUP CLASS NOW OPEN
Two additional sections were added for ENTP 1010, aka the Startup Class. By way of online (Zoom) case discussions, guest speakers, and mentored workshops provides a solid introduction for any first- or second-years interested in entrepreneurship. New sections are on Monday and Wednesday, starting at 0930AM or 1100AM. Email Chip Ransler for more info
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Monday, February 01
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TADLER FELLOWSHIP IN IMPACT INVESTING (SUMMER INTERNSHIP) DUE
Interested in a summer internship with an impact investing firm located or investing in southwest Virginia and Appalachia? We are offering 5 $3,000 summer fellowship stipends to support students with internships in the field. MORE INFO
ROYSTER LAWTON FELLOWSHIPS IN SOCIAL ENTERPRISE DUE
The Royster Lawton Fellowship wants to help fund your summer internship with the venture of your choice. Internships can be with a for-profit or non-profit, the only requirement is that the organization emphasizes a commitment to purpose. MORE INFO
STARTUP SEMINAR: INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PRIMER
FROM 4:30PM UNTIL 5:30PM EST
What's the difference between copyrights, trademarks, and patents? Speaking of patents, what can and cannot be patented? Join David Touve of the Batten Institute and Michael Straightiff of UVA's Licensing and Ventures Group for this primer on intellectual property. SIGNUP
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Tuesday, February 02
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Wednesday, February 03
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ECUP DISCOVERY SUBMISSION OFFICE HOURS
VARIOUS TIMES, ONLINE
Are you preparing a submission for the ECUP Discovery competition? Feel free to setup a time to connect with Laura Toscano or David Touve for one-on-one office hours for feedback.
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Thursday, February 04
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ECUP DISCOVERY SUBMISSION OFFICE HOURS VARIOUS TIMES, ONLINE
Are you preparing a submission for the ECUP Discovery competition? Feel free to setup a time to connect with Laura Toscano or David Touve for one-on-one office hours for feedback.
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VP(x)² WORKSHOP
AT 1:30PM EST
VP(x)², (Venturing Project Squared) provides a goal-oriented, guided-learning summer program for student founders of innovative ventures. Applicants are required to attend a program workshop prior to submitting their application. REGISTER HERE
UVA E-CUP DISCOVERY COMPETITION SUBMISSIONS DUE
The second stage of the UVA Entrepreneurship Cup, the Discovery Competition, is all about customer and product development. $25,000 in total prize money will be awarded as part of the Discovery Stage. MORE INFO
FORGE VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE
From 2PM - 4PM EST
If you have any questions about Forge (or just want to say hi!), stop by our virtual Open House on February 5th. MORE INFO
:: ON THE HORIZON ::
STARTUP SEMINAR: PATENT PRCOESS - FEB 08
FROM 4:30PM UNTIL 5:30PM EST
So you wanna patent something, do ya! Michael Straightiff, Executive Director of the UVA Licensing and Ventures Group will join us to provide background on the patent process: from searches for prior art to interactions with patent examiners, and even international filings. SIGNUP
FORGE SKILLS COURSES APPLICATIONS DUE FEB 09
Learn anything from design to data science to videography in just 10 weeks, all online. You'll develop new skills through fun, hands-on projects in a fast-paced, community-driven environment. This is the most popular way to join Forge, with 750+ UVA students signing up each year. MORE INFO
CBIC TECH EVENT - FEB 09
CBIC’S Tech Event provides a monthly opportunity for tech enthusiasts to socialize, collaborate, share ideas, and form professional relationships. Designed specifically for the entrepreneurial, high-tech community, this is casual. MORE INFO
BATTEN PRESENTS WITH ANDY FORCH, CO-FOUNDER, HUCKBERRY
FROM 2PM UNTIL 3PM EST
The Batten Institute at the UVA Darden School of Business is hosting a speaker series titled: Batten Presents. Please join us virtually on February 4th for an in-depth discussion with Andy Forch, co-Founder of Huckberry. Huckberry is an independent online retailer and magazine for those who love adventure. MORE INFO
VP(x)² APPLICATIONS DUE - FEB 11
The application for Venturing Projects Squared is live! VP(x)² is a new summer program providing goal-oriented, guided-learning for student founders of innovative ventures. Founders attend workshops, receive mentorship and legal support, and are eligible for up to $10k in funding. MORE INFO
MANAGING YOUR WORDPRESS WEBSITE - FEB 11
FROM 12PM UNTIL 1PM EST
Co-hosted by CIC, CBIC, and the CNE. We will cover “the basics” including: User management, Page creation and editing, Image and video uploads, Plugin management, Linking to social media. MORE INFO
CHARLOTTESVILLE ENTREPRENEURS AND ESPRESSO - FEB 16
FROM 8AM UNTIL 9:30AM EST
The schedule will include a pitch an early staged company and lessons learned an expert entrepreneur. MORE INFO. To watch January's meeting, go here.
CVILLE BIO HUB WEBINAR: THE FUTURE OF VACCINES - FEB 16
From 12PM until 1PM EST
A panel of experts discusses the future landscape for vaccine development and future opportunities for biotech companies. MORE INFO
:: OTHER OPPORTUNITIES ::
VENTUREWELL OPEN 2021 IS LIVE! REGISTER NOW
OPEN 2021 will feature a dynamic mix of leading-edge content on the most pressing topics in Innovation and Entrepreneurship education. MORE INFO
VENTUREWELL E-TEAM GRANTS DUE FEB 03
VentureWell E-Team Grants offer up to $25,000 in funding to student teams with science and tech innovations focused on solving the world's biggest social, health, and environmental challenges! MORE INFO
OUR PLANET, OUR PURPOSE: STEM FOR CHANGEMAKING CHALLENGE DUE FEB 11
Join the movement of young people solving the world’s most pressing environmental challenges! 25 winning teams will each receive $2,000 seed funding and participation at the online Changemaker Summit. MORE INFO
UNICON 2021
ONLINE FEB 20, 21
UNICON is an annual tech, entrepreneurship and business conference with the mission to connect students, entrepreneurs, and companies sharing a common interest in the entrepreneurial scene. Use code "50OFF" for discounted tickets. MORE INFO
e-FEST 2021 SCHOOL RESGITRATION DUE MARCH 01
Undergraduate students in North America are encouraged to form teams and submit their venture pitches, for a chance at a quarter million dollars in prizes. MORE INFO
HEALTHCARE SAFETY CHALLENGE
APPLICATION DEADLINE MARCH 7
The Healthcare Safety Challenge is awarding over $60,000 in cash prizes to the most exciting patient/healthcare safety solutions in the nation and across the globe. MORE INFO
STARTUP OF THE YEAR
EARLY APPLICATION NOW OPEN
Startup of the Year helps diverse, emerging startups, founding teams, and entrepreneurs push their company to the next level. MORE INFO
DEBUT CHALLENGE
APPLICATIONS CLOSE JUN 01, 2021
DEBUT challenges teams of students in undergraduate biomedical education to solve real-world problems in healthcare. Prizes of up to $20,000 will be awarded. MORE INFO