¶¶Òõ̽̽

Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Design your life! We empower aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators to cultivate their ideas, take risks, and drive positive change through interdisciplinary collaboration, mentorship, and real-world experiences.

Our Values

Innovation

Our hometown is known nationally as a center for innovative thinking. Here in the birthplace of Burton and Ben & Jerry’s, develop the next big idea that could solve a global problem, launch an iconic business, or push the envelope with an out-there product design.

Entrepreneurship

What does it take to get a great idea off the ground? Our programming connects students with resources to turn genius concepts into concrete reality. Hear from local businesses and companies about seizing opportunities and navigating challenges with creativity and resiliency.

Collaboration

In the fast-paced world of startups and ventures, no entrepreneur can go it alone. Collaboration brings together diverse perspectives, skills, and resources, amplifying the potential to tackle complex challenges. We provide opportunities to create partnerships and find mentors at ¶¶Òõ̽̽ and beyond.
Students in front of a computer are directed by an instructor. Students cooking with a local chef giving instruction. A birds-eye shot of students sharing a meal with pots and bowls of various food.

Signature Events

Design Lab Series: We partner with Generator to bring student ideas to life!

Cooking Workshops: Local chefs help bring sustainable, vegan, and cultural diverse cuisine to campus.

Redstone Fair: a new tradition in collaboration with ¶¶Òõ̽̽’s very own C.R.E.A.M and Shelburne's New Village Farm!

Staff

null

Program Director, Leadership & Social Change, Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Vacant Position

Empty

Lydia Koch

Program Coordinator, Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Lydia.Koch@uvm.edu