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Fellow:Isaiah Freeman

2024-07-03T23:40:29Z

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==Bio==
Isaiah Freeman is a University Innovation Fellow candidate and an Honors undergraduate of Virginia State University under the College of Engineering and Technology. Isaiah is current on track for graduation in May 2025, where he plans to pursue his graduate degree. Isaiah is also an innovator in his spare time, constantly building applications/websites/pet projects for both personal fun and for business ventures.

Excited about any conversation about blending software w/ design thinking.

==Achievements==
- Distinguished Research Award from Stanford University Computer Science Department

- 2-time author of d.school's Change Journal:

- Change Forward 2021-22 by University Innovation Fellows - Issuu

- Change Forward 2022-23 by University Innovation Fellows - Issuu

- Spoke at Silicon Valley Meetup @ 2023 at Stanford University

- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wtAQqsBfK8c

- Spoke at Virginia State University about artificial intelligence

- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0us4WLxmUo

- Software Engineer Intern @ Google

==Social media profiles==

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Fellow:Isaiah Freeman

2021-12-05T01:30:18Z

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==Bio==
Isaiah Freeman is a University Innovation Fellow candidate and an Honors undergraduate of Virginia State University under the College of Engineering and Technology. Isaiah is from Prince George, Virginia, and moved to Petersburg, where he attends Virginia State University full time. He was introduced and chosen among three other candidates in the Computer Science department to join the Fellows program.

==Achievements==
Isaiah Freeman graduated 19th in his senior class of 387 at Prince George High School in June of 2021, maintaining a 4.2 GPA. He was admitted into the National Society of High School Scholars and had succeeded in a college-level Dual Enrollment Economics and Personal Finance class at Longwood University. He was inducted into the Honors College after admission to Virginia State University with a STEM Scholarship. Isaiah has certificates in the Working in Support of Education's Financial Literacy and Google IT Help Desk Support. Isaiah now works to enhance innovation within the courses of his peers at Virginia State University.

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Fellow:Isaiah Freeman

2021-12-04T20:30:19Z

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==Bio==
Isaiah Freeman is a University Innovation Fellow candidate and an Honors undergraduate of Virginia State University under the College of Engineering and Technology. Isaiah is from Prince George, Virginia, and moved to Petersburg, where he attends Virginia State University full time. He was introduced and chosen among three other candidates in the Computer Science department to join the Fellows program.

==Achievements==
Isaiah graduated within the top 10% of his senior class in June of 2021. He was inducted into the Honors College after admission to Virginia State. Isaiah has certificates in the Working in Support of Education's Financial Literacy and Google IT Support. Isaiah now works to enhance innovation within the courses of his peers at Virginia State University.

==Social media profiles==

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Fellow:Isaiah Freeman

2021-12-04T20:28:27Z

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==Bio==
Isaiah Freeman is a University Innovation Fellow candidate and an Honors undergraduate of Virginia State University under the College of Engineering and Technology. Isaiah is from Prince George, Virginia, and moved to Petersburg, where he attends Virginia State University full time. He was introduced and chosen among three other candidates in the Computer Science department to join the Fellows program.

==Achievements==
Isaiah graduated within the top 10% of his senior class in June of 2020. He was inducted into the Honors College after admission to Virginia State. Isaiah has certificates in the Working in Support of Education's Financial Literacy and Google IT Support. Isaiah now works to enhance innovation within the courses of his peers at Virginia State University.

==Social media profiles==

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2021-12-04T20:28:27Z

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2021-12-04T20:06:12Z

Ifre3976: Image file of Isaiah Freeman, Fellows Candidate of the Fall 2021 cohort.

== Summary ==
Image file of Isaiah Freeman, Fellows Candidate of the Fall 2021 cohort.

Priorities:Virginia State University Student Priorities

2021-12-04T19:32:55Z

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=Overview=

The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities Office for Access and Success (OAS) announced the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Innovation and Entrepreneurship Collaborative (IEC). The HBCU Innovation and Entrepreneurship Collaborative will be a cohort of 15 HBCUs (both private and public) that are committed to participating in a multi-year collaboration that will foster innovation, commercialization and entrepreneurship on their respective campuses. This collaborative will build upon the momentum that was established by the UNCF lead 2013 HBCU Innovation Summit that was held at Stanford University, and has continued through 2021.

Virginia State University (VSU) is one of the selected universities that will have the opportunity to participate in a collaborative community seeking to increase innovation and entrepreneurship across disciplines (i.e., Agriculture, Business, Science, Mathematics, Engineering and Technology, etc.) in order to build an innovation ecosystem among institutions, administrators, faculty and students, the federal government and private industry. This cohort of HBCUs will be able to access current and future funding opportunities that will be available only to those universities that commit to participate in this unique collaborative.

 

=Strategy #1: Promoting Innovation on Virginia State University's Campus=
 

==Tactic #1: Innovation Project Program==
'''Description:'''

-Students with the same course, upon joining the program, will meet with an Innovation Project Ambassador (usually an undergraduate or graduate who has already taken the course)

-The Ambassador will arrange an hour-long meeting (either virtually or in-person) to brainstorm on the project they would like to do for the assignment under guidelines that the instructor decides to set. (Brainstorming under a time constraint leads to better ideas)

-The instructor of the course can choose to either let the students in the team work outside of class on their own time or during the normal class meeting period.

-When the project is finished, the instructor will grade the project and all students in the group will receive the same score.

-At the end, students will be able to complete a form detailing how the process could be made better, along with any questions and comments.

-Ambassadors for the Innovation Project Program would be undergraduates who have already taken the course they would like to assist with and must have at least a 3.0 GPA. Because of the role, being an IP-Ambassador is a great leadership opportunity.
 

=Strategy #2: Adapting Students Into the New Educational Structure=

==Tactic #1: Student Class Preference Evaluation Survey==
'''Description:''' This tactic involves the creation and implementation of a campus-wide survey that provides the university with data on what their preferred method of learning is. This includes:

-Learning preference (in-person, virtual, etc.)

-Resources the student has (reliable internet, usable device, quiet work environment)

This would assist greatly with informing students on what devices, materials and/or preparations they need well ahead of time before their classes start.

A second survey would be given closer towards the end of the semester that gives advisors (for freshmen) a good idea of whether the student performs better in-person, virtual, or asynchronous, and can register the student based on their preferred method of success.

= Strategy #3: Educating Computer Science Undergraduates with Job-Ready Essentials =

== Tactic#1: Career Incubator Program/Club ==
'''Description:''' A program or club that will assist undergraduates with applying what they learn in typical computer science courses with real-world applications to careers that can be during or after education at Virginia State University.

=Strategy# 4: Changing the Potential Value on Virginia State University's Campus=

==Tactic #1==
<div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">'''Description: '''3 Day Startup’s mission is to kick-start new student-run companies and build entrepreneurial capabilities in students and their university communities. We rent work space for 3 full days, recruit 45 student participants from a wide range of backgrounds, cater food and drinks, and bring in top-notch entrepreneurs and investors. The participants pick the best ideas for startups during the Day 1 brainstorming session and deliver prototypes and investor pitches on the final night. 3DS Springboard is an interactive workshop focused on the beginning steps of launching a company or a project through on-campus innovation. During four 90-minute sessions over  one week, you will learn-by-doing with the 3DS team, Epicenter University Innovation Fellows leaders on your campus, and other students in your community who are passionate about starting something!<div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;"> </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">'''What can I start with 3DS Springboard?''' </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">A company, a project; a movement–3DS Springboard teaches entrepreneurship skills such as ideation, customer discovery, and pitching in the context of making real-world progress on anything you want to start. </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;"> '''Who is eligible to participate? ''' 20-40 current students at each of the participating schools. '''What is the cost to participate?''' This workshop is free but you must complete all modules to get your pitch in front of the global audience of influencers, investors, and innovators. </div></div>
==Tactic #2 : Student-led Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club==

'''This will:  '''  

*This will get students motivated to translate classroom principle and theories into global solutions.

*This will also provide an extracurricular platform for an Innovative and Entrepreneurial environment.

==Tactic #3: Create/Establish an Entrepreneurship and Innovation Space on Campus==

'''This will:'''

*Engender and foster idea-generation and creativity among students; across disciplines.

*Enhance sustainability of the I & E culture on campus.

*Promote venture creation/commercialization.

=Strategy #5: Executing  Effectiveness in the Reframing Value at VSU=

==Tactic #1: Infuse Entrepreneurship and Innovation into Introductory and Core Curricula==

'''Description: '''Faculty will work on the NCIIA grant that is due in May to develop a course/program/curricula to infuse Innovation & Entrepreneneurship into VSU's culture.

'''This will:'''

*Inculcate the Innovation and Entrepreneurship culture and thinking in students.
*Ecourage the Innovation and Entrepreneurship culture and thinking in falculty.



==Identification of College Course(s): Contemporary Global Studies==

'''Reginald F. Lewis College of Business'''

1. MGMT 444 – Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management  

2. FINC 446 - Entrepreneurial Finance

'''College of Agriculture'''

1. AGEC 140 - Introduction to Agribusiness Entrepreneurship

2. AGEC 340 - Agribusiness Entrepreneurship

'''College of Engineering, Technology, and Science'''

1. INLT 443 - Engineering and Technology Entrepreneurship

==Tactic #2 : Capacity-Building of VSU's Research Foundation==

'''Description: '''This will promote and attract industry-identified projects/problems/issues for students to work on (with faculty guidance). VSU will plan to become a member of NCIIA (VentureWell) to enhance partnerships both in the industry and with such government and regulatory agencies as: Veterans Affairs, USPTO, Small Business Admin, other HBCU partners etc'''.'''

'''Encouragement of the following:'''
<div>
*Developing and encouraging academia-industry partnership in a mutually beneficial way.
*Whetting the creativity and problem-solving appetite of students and faculty.
*Showcasing and promoting intellectual capital within VSU.
*Promoting venture creation/commercialization.
</div>
==Tactic #3: Establish Innovation and Entrepreneurship Challenge Competitions==

'''This will:'''

*Encourage multi-disciplinary collaboration and robust problem solving skills across campus
*Build, sustain and promote Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
*Enhance VSU visibility.

=Related Links=

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Virginia_State_University Virginia State University]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Ulysses_Knight Ulysses Knight]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Reginald_Burroughs Reginald Burroughs]

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Priorities:Virginia State University Student Priorities

2021-12-04T19:32:35Z

Ifre3976: /* Strategy #2: Adapting Students Into the New Educational Structure */

=Overview=

The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities Office for Access and Success (OAS) announced the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Innovation and Entrepreneurship Collaborative (IEC). The HBCU Innovation and Entrepreneurship Collaborative will be a cohort of 15 HBCUs (both private and public) that are committed to participating in a multi-year collaboration that will foster innovation, commercialization and entrepreneurship on their respective campuses. This collaborative will build upon the momentum that was established by the UNCF lead 2013 HBCU Innovation Summit that was held at Stanford University, and has continued through 2021.

Virginia State University (VSU) is one of the selected universities that will have the opportunity to participate in a collaborative community seeking to increase innovation and entrepreneurship across disciplines (i.e., Agriculture, Business, Science, Mathematics, Engineering and Technology, etc.) in order to build an innovation ecosystem among institutions, administrators, faculty and students, the federal government and private industry. This cohort of HBCUs will be able to access current and future funding opportunities that will be available only to those universities that commit to participate in this unique collaborative.

 

=Strategy #1: Promoting Innovation on Virginia State University's Campus=
 

==Tactic #1: Innovation Project Program==
'''Description:'''

-Students with the same course, upon joining the program, will meet with an Innovation Project Ambassador (usually an undergraduate or graduate who has already taken the course)

-The Ambassador will arrange an hour-long meeting (either virtually or in-person) to brainstorm on the project they would like to do for the assignment under guidelines that the instructor decides to set. (Brainstorming under a time constraint leads to better ideas)

-The instructor of the course can choose to either let the students in the team work outside of class on their own time or during the normal class meeting period.

-When the project is finished, the instructor will grade the project and all students in the group will receive the same score.

-At the end, students will be able to complete a form detailing how the process could be made better, along with any questions and comments.

-Ambassadors for the Innovation Project Program would be undergraduates who have already taken the course they would like to assist with and must have at least a 3.0 GPA. Because of the role, being an IP-Ambassador is a great leadership opportunity.
 

=Strategy #2: Adapting Students Into the New Educational Structure=

==Tactic #1: Student Class Preference Evaluation Survey==
'''Description:''' This tactic involves the creation and implementation of a campus-wide survey that provides the university with data on what their preferred method of learning is. This includes:

-Learning preference (in-person, virtual, etc.)

-Resources the student has (reliable internet, usable device, quiet work environment)

This would assist greatly with informing students on what devices, materials and/or preparations they need well ahead of time before their classes start.

A second survey would be given closer towards the end of the semester that gives advisors (for freshmen) a good idea of whether the student performs better in-person, virtual, or asynchronous, and can register the student based on their preferred method of success.

== Strategy#3: Educating Computer Science Undergraduates with Job-Ready Essentials ==

== Tactic#1: Career Incubator Program/Club ==
'''Description:''' A program or club that will assist undergraduates with applying what they learn in typical computer science courses with real-world applications to careers that can be during or after education at Virginia State University.

=Strategy# 4: Changing the Potential Value on Virginia State University's Campus=

==Tactic #1==
<div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">'''Description: '''3 Day Startup’s mission is to kick-start new student-run companies and build entrepreneurial capabilities in students and their university communities. We rent work space for 3 full days, recruit 45 student participants from a wide range of backgrounds, cater food and drinks, and bring in top-notch entrepreneurs and investors. The participants pick the best ideas for startups during the Day 1 brainstorming session and deliver prototypes and investor pitches on the final night. 3DS Springboard is an interactive workshop focused on the beginning steps of launching a company or a project through on-campus innovation. During four 90-minute sessions over  one week, you will learn-by-doing with the 3DS team, Epicenter University Innovation Fellows leaders on your campus, and other students in your community who are passionate about starting something!<div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;"> </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">'''What can I start with 3DS Springboard?''' </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">A company, a project; a movement–3DS Springboard teaches entrepreneurship skills such as ideation, customer discovery, and pitching in the context of making real-world progress on anything you want to start. </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;"> '''Who is eligible to participate? ''' 20-40 current students at each of the participating schools. '''What is the cost to participate?''' This workshop is free but you must complete all modules to get your pitch in front of the global audience of influencers, investors, and innovators. </div></div>
==Tactic #2 : Student-led Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club==

'''This will:  '''  

*This will get students motivated to translate classroom principle and theories into global solutions.

*This will also provide an extracurricular platform for an Innovative and Entrepreneurial environment.

==Tactic #3: Create/Establish an Entrepreneurship and Innovation Space on Campus==

'''This will:'''

*Engender and foster idea-generation and creativity among students; across disciplines.

*Enhance sustainability of the I & E culture on campus.

*Promote venture creation/commercialization.

=Strategy #5: Executing  Effectiveness in the Reframing Value at VSU=

==Tactic #1: Infuse Entrepreneurship and Innovation into Introductory and Core Curricula==

'''Description: '''Faculty will work on the NCIIA grant that is due in May to develop a course/program/curricula to infuse Innovation & Entrepreneneurship into VSU's culture.

'''This will:'''

*Inculcate the Innovation and Entrepreneurship culture and thinking in students.
*Ecourage the Innovation and Entrepreneurship culture and thinking in falculty.



==Identification of College Course(s): Contemporary Global Studies==

'''Reginald F. Lewis College of Business'''

1. MGMT 444 – Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management  

2. FINC 446 - Entrepreneurial Finance

'''College of Agriculture'''

1. AGEC 140 - Introduction to Agribusiness Entrepreneurship

2. AGEC 340 - Agribusiness Entrepreneurship

'''College of Engineering, Technology, and Science'''

1. INLT 443 - Engineering and Technology Entrepreneurship

==Tactic #2 : Capacity-Building of VSU's Research Foundation==

'''Description: '''This will promote and attract industry-identified projects/problems/issues for students to work on (with faculty guidance). VSU will plan to become a member of NCIIA (VentureWell) to enhance partnerships both in the industry and with such government and regulatory agencies as: Veterans Affairs, USPTO, Small Business Admin, other HBCU partners etc'''.'''

'''Encouragement of the following:'''
<div>
*Developing and encouraging academia-industry partnership in a mutually beneficial way.
*Whetting the creativity and problem-solving appetite of students and faculty.
*Showcasing and promoting intellectual capital within VSU.
*Promoting venture creation/commercialization.
</div>
==Tactic #3: Establish Innovation and Entrepreneurship Challenge Competitions==

'''This will:'''

*Encourage multi-disciplinary collaboration and robust problem solving skills across campus
*Build, sustain and promote Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
*Enhance VSU visibility.

=Related Links=

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Virginia_State_University Virginia State University]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Ulysses_Knight Ulysses Knight]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Reginald_Burroughs Reginald Burroughs]

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Priorities:Virginia State University Student Priorities

2021-12-04T19:32:14Z

Ifre3976: /* Strategy #1: Promoting Innovation on Virginia State University's Campus */

=Overview=

The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities Office for Access and Success (OAS) announced the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Innovation and Entrepreneurship Collaborative (IEC). The HBCU Innovation and Entrepreneurship Collaborative will be a cohort of 15 HBCUs (both private and public) that are committed to participating in a multi-year collaboration that will foster innovation, commercialization and entrepreneurship on their respective campuses. This collaborative will build upon the momentum that was established by the UNCF lead 2013 HBCU Innovation Summit that was held at Stanford University, and has continued through 2021.

Virginia State University (VSU) is one of the selected universities that will have the opportunity to participate in a collaborative community seeking to increase innovation and entrepreneurship across disciplines (i.e., Agriculture, Business, Science, Mathematics, Engineering and Technology, etc.) in order to build an innovation ecosystem among institutions, administrators, faculty and students, the federal government and private industry. This cohort of HBCUs will be able to access current and future funding opportunities that will be available only to those universities that commit to participate in this unique collaborative.

 

=Strategy #1: Promoting Innovation on Virginia State University's Campus=
 

==Tactic #1: Innovation Project Program==
'''Description:'''

-Students with the same course, upon joining the program, will meet with an Innovation Project Ambassador (usually an undergraduate or graduate who has already taken the course)

-The Ambassador will arrange an hour-long meeting (either virtually or in-person) to brainstorm on the project they would like to do for the assignment under guidelines that the instructor decides to set. (Brainstorming under a time constraint leads to better ideas)

-The instructor of the course can choose to either let the students in the team work outside of class on their own time or during the normal class meeting period.

-When the project is finished, the instructor will grade the project and all students in the group will receive the same score.

-At the end, students will be able to complete a form detailing how the process could be made better, along with any questions and comments.

-Ambassadors for the Innovation Project Program would be undergraduates who have already taken the course they would like to assist with and must have at least a 3.0 GPA. Because of the role, being an IP-Ambassador is a great leadership opportunity.
 

==Strategy #2: Adapting Students Into the New Educational Structure==

==Tactic #1: Student Class Preference Evaluation Survey==
'''Description:''' This tactic involves the creation and implementation of a campus-wide survey that provides the university with data on what their preferred method of learning is. This includes:

-Learning preference (in-person, virtual, etc.)

-Resources the student has (reliable internet, usable device, quiet work environment)

This would assist greatly with informing students on what devices, materials and/or preparations they need well ahead of time before their classes start.

A second survey would be given closer towards the end of the semester that gives advisors (for freshmen) a good idea of whether the student performs better in-person, virtual, or asynchronous, and can register the student based on their preferred method of success.

== Strategy#3: Educating Computer Science Undergraduates with Job-Ready Essentials ==

== Tactic#1: Career Incubator Program/Club ==
'''Description:''' A program or club that will assist undergraduates with applying what they learn in typical computer science courses with real-world applications to careers that can be during or after education at Virginia State University.

=Strategy# 4: Changing the Potential Value on Virginia State University's Campus=

==Tactic #1==
<div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">'''Description: '''3 Day Startup’s mission is to kick-start new student-run companies and build entrepreneurial capabilities in students and their university communities. We rent work space for 3 full days, recruit 45 student participants from a wide range of backgrounds, cater food and drinks, and bring in top-notch entrepreneurs and investors. The participants pick the best ideas for startups during the Day 1 brainstorming session and deliver prototypes and investor pitches on the final night. 3DS Springboard is an interactive workshop focused on the beginning steps of launching a company or a project through on-campus innovation. During four 90-minute sessions over  one week, you will learn-by-doing with the 3DS team, Epicenter University Innovation Fellows leaders on your campus, and other students in your community who are passionate about starting something!<div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;"> </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">'''What can I start with 3DS Springboard?''' </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">A company, a project; a movement–3DS Springboard teaches entrepreneurship skills such as ideation, customer discovery, and pitching in the context of making real-world progress on anything you want to start. </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;"> '''Who is eligible to participate? ''' 20-40 current students at each of the participating schools. '''What is the cost to participate?''' This workshop is free but you must complete all modules to get your pitch in front of the global audience of influencers, investors, and innovators. </div></div>
==Tactic #2 : Student-led Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club==

'''This will:  '''  

*This will get students motivated to translate classroom principle and theories into global solutions.

*This will also provide an extracurricular platform for an Innovative and Entrepreneurial environment.

==Tactic #3: Create/Establish an Entrepreneurship and Innovation Space on Campus==

'''This will:'''

*Engender and foster idea-generation and creativity among students; across disciplines.

*Enhance sustainability of the I & E culture on campus.

*Promote venture creation/commercialization.

=Strategy #5: Executing  Effectiveness in the Reframing Value at VSU=

==Tactic #1: Infuse Entrepreneurship and Innovation into Introductory and Core Curricula==

'''Description: '''Faculty will work on the NCIIA grant that is due in May to develop a course/program/curricula to infuse Innovation & Entrepreneneurship into VSU's culture.

'''This will:'''

*Inculcate the Innovation and Entrepreneurship culture and thinking in students.
*Ecourage the Innovation and Entrepreneurship culture and thinking in falculty.



==Identification of College Course(s): Contemporary Global Studies==

'''Reginald F. Lewis College of Business'''

1. MGMT 444 – Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management  

2. FINC 446 - Entrepreneurial Finance

'''College of Agriculture'''

1. AGEC 140 - Introduction to Agribusiness Entrepreneurship

2. AGEC 340 - Agribusiness Entrepreneurship

'''College of Engineering, Technology, and Science'''

1. INLT 443 - Engineering and Technology Entrepreneurship

==Tactic #2 : Capacity-Building of VSU's Research Foundation==

'''Description: '''This will promote and attract industry-identified projects/problems/issues for students to work on (with faculty guidance). VSU will plan to become a member of NCIIA (VentureWell) to enhance partnerships both in the industry and with such government and regulatory agencies as: Veterans Affairs, USPTO, Small Business Admin, other HBCU partners etc'''.'''

'''Encouragement of the following:'''
<div>
*Developing and encouraging academia-industry partnership in a mutually beneficial way.
*Whetting the creativity and problem-solving appetite of students and faculty.
*Showcasing and promoting intellectual capital within VSU.
*Promoting venture creation/commercialization.
</div>
==Tactic #3: Establish Innovation and Entrepreneurship Challenge Competitions==

'''This will:'''

*Encourage multi-disciplinary collaboration and robust problem solving skills across campus
*Build, sustain and promote Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
*Enhance VSU visibility.

=Related Links=

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Virginia_State_University Virginia State University]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Ulysses_Knight Ulysses Knight]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Reginald_Burroughs Reginald Burroughs]

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2021-12-04T19:30:29Z

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=Overview=

The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities Office for Access and Success (OAS) announced the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Innovation and Entrepreneurship Collaborative (IEC). The HBCU Innovation and Entrepreneurship Collaborative will be a cohort of 15 HBCUs (both private and public) that are committed to participating in a multi-year collaboration that will foster innovation, commercialization and entrepreneurship on their respective campuses. This collaborative will build upon the momentum that was established by the UNCF lead 2013 HBCU Innovation Summit that was held at Stanford University, and has continued through 2021.

Virginia State University (VSU) is one of the selected universities that will have the opportunity to participate in a collaborative community seeking to increase innovation and entrepreneurship across disciplines (i.e., Agriculture, Business, Science, Mathematics, Engineering and Technology, etc.) in order to build an innovation ecosystem among institutions, administrators, faculty and students, the federal government and private industry. This cohort of HBCUs will be able to access current and future funding opportunities that will be available only to those universities that commit to participate in this unique collaborative.

 

==Strategy #1: Promoting Innovation on Virginia State University's Campus==
 

==Tactic #1: Innovation Project Program==
'''Description:'''

-Students with the same course, upon joining the program, will meet with an Innovation Project Ambassador (usually an undergraduate or graduate who has already taken the course)

-The Ambassador will arrange an hour-long meeting (either virtually or in-person) to brainstorm on the project they would like to do for the assignment under guidelines that the instructor decides to set. (Brainstorming under a time constraint leads to better ideas)

-The instructor of the course can choose to either let the students in the team work outside of class on their own time or during the normal class meeting period.

-When the project is finished, the instructor will grade the project and all students in the group will receive the same score.

-At the end, students will be able to complete a form detailing how the process could be made better, along with any questions and comments.

-Ambassadors for the Innovation Project Program would be undergraduates who have already taken the course they would like to assist with and must have at least a 3.0 GPA. Because of the role, being an IP-Ambassador is a great leadership opportunity.
 

==Strategy #2: Adapting Students Into the New Educational Structure==

==Tactic #1: Student Class Preference Evaluation Survey==
'''Description:''' This tactic involves the creation and implementation of a campus-wide survey that provides the university with data on what their preferred method of learning is. This includes:

-Learning preference (in-person, virtual, etc.)

-Resources the student has (reliable internet, usable device, quiet work environment)

This would assist greatly with informing students on what devices, materials and/or preparations they need well ahead of time before their classes start.

A second survey would be given closer towards the end of the semester that gives advisors (for freshmen) a good idea of whether the student performs better in-person, virtual, or asynchronous, and can register the student based on their preferred method of success.

== Strategy#3: Educating Computer Science Undergraduates with Job-Ready Essentials ==

== Tactic#1: Career Incubator Program/Club ==
'''Description:''' A program or club that will assist undergraduates with applying what they learn in typical computer science courses with real-world applications to careers that can be during or after education at Virginia State University.

=Strategy# 4: Changing the Potential Value on Virginia State University's Campus=

==Tactic #1==
<div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">'''Description: '''3 Day Startup’s mission is to kick-start new student-run companies and build entrepreneurial capabilities in students and their university communities. We rent work space for 3 full days, recruit 45 student participants from a wide range of backgrounds, cater food and drinks, and bring in top-notch entrepreneurs and investors. The participants pick the best ideas for startups during the Day 1 brainstorming session and deliver prototypes and investor pitches on the final night. 3DS Springboard is an interactive workshop focused on the beginning steps of launching a company or a project through on-campus innovation. During four 90-minute sessions over  one week, you will learn-by-doing with the 3DS team, Epicenter University Innovation Fellows leaders on your campus, and other students in your community who are passionate about starting something!<div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;"> </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">'''What can I start with 3DS Springboard?''' </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">A company, a project; a movement–3DS Springboard teaches entrepreneurship skills such as ideation, customer discovery, and pitching in the context of making real-world progress on anything you want to start. </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;"> '''Who is eligible to participate? ''' 20-40 current students at each of the participating schools. '''What is the cost to participate?''' This workshop is free but you must complete all modules to get your pitch in front of the global audience of influencers, investors, and innovators. </div></div>
==Tactic #2 : Student-led Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club==

'''This will:  '''  

*This will get students motivated to translate classroom principle and theories into global solutions.

*This will also provide an extracurricular platform for an Innovative and Entrepreneurial environment.

==Tactic #3: Create/Establish an Entrepreneurship and Innovation Space on Campus==

'''This will:'''

*Engender and foster idea-generation and creativity among students; across disciplines.

*Enhance sustainability of the I & E culture on campus.

*Promote venture creation/commercialization.

=Strategy #5: Executing  Effectiveness in the Reframing Value at VSU=

==Tactic #1: Infuse Entrepreneurship and Innovation into Introductory and Core Curricula==

'''Description: '''Faculty will work on the NCIIA grant that is due in May to develop a course/program/curricula to infuse Innovation & Entrepreneneurship into VSU's culture.

'''This will:'''

*Inculcate the Innovation and Entrepreneurship culture and thinking in students.
*Ecourage the Innovation and Entrepreneurship culture and thinking in falculty.



==Identification of College Course(s): Contemporary Global Studies==

'''Reginald F. Lewis College of Business'''

1. MGMT 444 – Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management  

2. FINC 446 - Entrepreneurial Finance

'''College of Agriculture'''

1. AGEC 140 - Introduction to Agribusiness Entrepreneurship

2. AGEC 340 - Agribusiness Entrepreneurship

'''College of Engineering, Technology, and Science'''

1. INLT 443 - Engineering and Technology Entrepreneurship

==Tactic #2 : Capacity-Building of VSU's Research Foundation==

'''Description: '''This will promote and attract industry-identified projects/problems/issues for students to work on (with faculty guidance). VSU will plan to become a member of NCIIA (VentureWell) to enhance partnerships both in the industry and with such government and regulatory agencies as: Veterans Affairs, USPTO, Small Business Admin, other HBCU partners etc'''.'''

'''Encouragement of the following:'''
<div>
*Developing and encouraging academia-industry partnership in a mutually beneficial way.
*Whetting the creativity and problem-solving appetite of students and faculty.
*Showcasing and promoting intellectual capital within VSU.
*Promoting venture creation/commercialization.
</div>
==Tactic #3: Establish Innovation and Entrepreneurship Challenge Competitions==

'''This will:'''

*Encourage multi-disciplinary collaboration and robust problem solving skills across campus
*Build, sustain and promote Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
*Enhance VSU visibility.

=Related Links=

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Virginia_State_University Virginia State University]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Ulysses_Knight Ulysses Knight]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Reginald_Burroughs Reginald Burroughs]

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=== Introduction ===

Priorities:Virginia State University Student Priorities

2021-12-03T15:52:20Z

Ifre3976: /* Tactic # */

=Overview=

The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities Office for Access and Success (OAS) announced the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Innovation and Entrepreneurship Collaborative (IEC). The HBCU Innovation and Entrepreneurship Collaborative will be a cohort of 15 HBCUs (both private and public) that are committed to participating in a multi-year collaboration that will foster innovation, commercialization and entrepreneurship on their respective campuses. This collaborative will build upon the momentum that was established by the UNCF lead 2013 HBCU Innovation Summit that was held at Stanford University, and has continued through 2021.

Virginia State University (VSU) is one of the selected universities that will have the opportunity to participate in a collaborative community seeking to increase innovation and entrepreneurship across disciplines (i.e., Agriculture, Business, Science, Mathematics, Engineering and Technology, etc.) in order to build an innovation ecosystem among institutions, administrators, faculty and students, the federal government and private industry. This cohort of HBCUs will be able to access current and future funding opportunities that will be available only to those universities that commit to participate in this unique collaborative.

 

==Strategy #1: Promoting Innovation on Virginia State University's Campus==
 

==Tactic #1: Innovation Project Program==
'''Description:'''

-Students with the same course, upon joining the program, will meet with an Innovation Project Ambassador (usually an undergraduate or graduate who has already taken the course)

-The Ambassador will arrange an hour-long meeting (either virtually or in-person) to brainstorm on the project they would like to do for the assignment under guidelines that the instructor decides to set. (Brainstorming under a time constraint leads to better ideas)

-The instructor of the course can choose to either let the students in the team work outside of class on their own time or during the normal class meeting period.

-When the project is finished, the instructor will grade the project and all students in the group will receive the same score.

-At the end, students will be able to complete a form detailing how the process could be made better, along with any questions and comments.

-Ambassadors for the Innovation Project Program would be undergraduates who have already taken the course they would like to assist with and must have at least a 3.0 GPA. Because of the role, being an IP-Ambassador is a great leadership opportunity.
 

==Strategy #2: Adapting Students Into the New Educational Structure==

==Tactic #1: Student Class Preference Evaluation Survey==
'''Description:''' This tactic involves the creation and implementation of a campus-wide survey that provides the university with data on what their preferred method of learning is. This includes:

-Learning preference (in-person, virtual, etc.)

-Resources the student has (reliable internet, usable device, quiet work environment)

This would assist greatly with informing students on what devices, materials and/or preparations they need well ahead of time before their classes start.

A second survey would be given closer towards the end of the semester that gives advisors (for freshmen) a good idea of whether the student performs better in-person, virtual, or asynchronous, and can register the student based on their preferred method of success.

=Strategy# 3: Changing the Potential Value on Virginia State University's Campus=

==Tactic #1==
<div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">'''Description: '''3 Day Startup’s mission is to kick-start new student-run companies and build entrepreneurial capabilities in students and their university communities. We rent work space for 3 full days, recruit 45 student participants from a wide range of backgrounds, cater food and drinks, and bring in top-notch entrepreneurs and investors. The participants pick the best ideas for startups during the Day 1 brainstorming session and deliver prototypes and investor pitches on the final night. 3DS Springboard is an interactive workshop focused on the beginning steps of launching a company or a project through on-campus innovation. During four 90-minute sessions over  one week, you will learn-by-doing with the 3DS team, Epicenter University Innovation Fellows leaders on your campus, and other students in your community who are passionate about starting something!<div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;"> </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">'''What can I start with 3DS Springboard?''' </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">A company, a project; a movement–3DS Springboard teaches entrepreneurship skills such as ideation, customer discovery, and pitching in the context of making real-world progress on anything you want to start. </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;"> '''Who is eligible to participate? ''' 20-40 current students at each of the participating schools. '''What is the cost to participate?''' This workshop is free but you must complete all modules to get your pitch in front of the global audience of influencers, investors, and innovators. </div></div>
==Tactic #2 : Student-led Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club==

'''This will:  '''  

*This will get students motivated to translate classroom principle and theories into global solutions.

*This will also provide an extracurricular platform for an Innovative and Entrepreneurial environment.

==Tactic #3: Create/Establish an Entrepreneurship and Innovation Space on Campus==

'''This will:'''

*Engender and foster idea-generation and creativity among students; across disciplines.

*Enhance sustainability of the I & E culture on campus.

*Promote venture creation/commercialization.

=Strategy #4: Executing  Effectiveness in the Reframing Value at VSU=

==Tactic #1: Infuse Entrepreneurship and Innovation into Introductory and Core Curricula==

'''Description: '''Faculty will work on the NCIIA grant that is due in May to develop a course/program/curricula to infuse Innovation & Entrepreneneurship into VSU's culture.

'''This will:'''

*Inculcate the Innovation and Entrepreneurship culture and thinking in students.
*Ecourage the Innovation and Entrepreneurship culture and thinking in falculty.



==Identification of College Course(s): Contemporary Global Studies==

'''Reginald F. Lewis College of Business'''

1. MGMT 444 – Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management  

2. FINC 446 - Entrepreneurial Finance

'''College of Agriculture'''

1. AGEC 140 - Introduction to Agribusiness Entrepreneurship

2. AGEC 340 - Agribusiness Entrepreneurship

'''College of Engineering, Technology, and Science'''

1. INLT 443 - Engineering and Technology Entrepreneurship

==Tactic #2 : Capacity-Building of VSU's Research Foundation==

'''Description: '''This will promote and attract industry-identified projects/problems/issues for students to work on (with faculty guidance). VSU will plan to become a member of NCIIA (VentureWell) to enhance partnerships both in the industry and with such government and regulatory agencies as: Veterans Affairs, USPTO, Small Business Admin, other HBCU partners etc'''.'''

'''Encouragement of the following:'''
<div>
*Developing and encouraging academia-industry partnership in a mutually beneficial way.
*Whetting the creativity and problem-solving appetite of students and faculty.
*Showcasing and promoting intellectual capital within VSU.
*Promoting venture creation/commercialization.
</div>
==Tactic #3: Establish Innovation and Entrepreneurship Challenge Competitions==

'''This will:'''

*Encourage multi-disciplinary collaboration and robust problem solving skills across campus
*Build, sustain and promote Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
*Enhance VSU visibility.

=Related Links=

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Virginia_State_University Virginia State University]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Ulysses_Knight Ulysses Knight]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Reginald_Burroughs Reginald Burroughs]

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2021-11-22T01:16:08Z

Ifre3976: /* Overview */

=Overview=

The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities Office for Access and Success (OAS) announced the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Innovation and Entrepreneurship Collaborative (IEC). The HBCU Innovation and Entrepreneurship Collaborative will be a cohort of 15 HBCUs (both private and public) that are committed to participating in a multi-year collaboration that will foster innovation, commercialization and entrepreneurship on their respective campuses. This collaborative will build upon the momentum that was established by the UNCF lead 2013 HBCU Innovation Summit that was held at Stanford University, and has continued through 2021.

Virginia State University (VSU) is one of the selected universities that will have the opportunity to participate in a collaborative community seeking to increase innovation and entrepreneurship across disciplines (i.e., Agriculture, Business, Science, Mathematics, Engineering and Technology, etc.) in order to build an innovation ecosystem among institutions, administrators, faculty and students, the federal government and private industry. This cohort of HBCUs will be able to access current and future funding opportunities that will be available only to those universities that commit to participate in this unique collaborative.

 

== Strategy #1: Promoting Innovation on Virginia State University's Campus ==
 

== Tactic #1: Innovation Project Program ==
'''Description:'''

-Students with the same course, upon joining the program, will meet with an Innovation Project Ambassador (usually an undergraduate or graduate who has already taken the course)

-The Ambassador will arrange an hour-long meeting (either virtually or in-person) to brainstorm on the project they would like to do for the assignment under guidelines that the instructor decides to set. (Brainstorming under a time constraint leads to better ideas)

-The instructor of the course can choose to either let the students in the team work outside of class on their own time or during the normal class meeting period.

-When the project is finished, the instructor will grade the project and all students in the group will receive the same score.

-At the end, students will be able to complete a form detailing how the process could be made better, along with any questions and comments.

-Ambassadors for the Innovation Project Program would be undergraduates who have already taken the course they would like to assist with and must have at least a 3.0 GPA. Because of the role, being an IP-Ambassador is a great leadership opportunity.
 

== Strategy #2: Adapting Students Into the New Educational Structure ==

== Tactic #1: Student Class Preference Evaluation Survey ==
'''Description:''' This tactic involves the creation and implementation of a campus-wide survey that provides the university with data on what their preferred method of learning is. This includes:

-Learning preference (in-person, virtual, etc.)

-Resources the student has (reliable internet, usable device, quiet work environment)

This would assist greatly with informing students on what devices, materials and/or preparations they need well ahead of time before their classes start.

A second survey would be given closer towards the end of the semester that gives advisors (for freshmen) a good idea of whether the student performs better in-person, virtual, or asynchronous, and can register the student based on their preferred method of success.

=Strategy# 3: Changing the Potential Value on Virginia State University's Campus=

==Tactic # ==
<div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">'''ription: '''3 Day Startup’s mission is to kick-start new student-run companies and build entrepreneurial capabilities in students and their university communities. We rent work space for 3 full days, recruit 45 student participants from a wide range of backgrounds, cater food and drinks, and bring in top-notch entrepreneurs and investors. The participants pick the best ideas for startups during the Day 1 brainstorming session and deliver prototypes and investor pitches on the final night. 3DS Springboard is an interactive workshop focused on the beginning steps of launching a company or a project through on-campus innovation. During four 90-minute sessions over  one week, you will learn-by-doing with the 3DS team, Epicenter University Innovation Fellows leaders on your campus, and other students in your community who are passionate about starting something!<div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;"> </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">'''What can I start with 3DS Springboard?''' </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;">A company, a project; a movement–3DS Springboard teaches entrepreneurship skills such as ideation, customer discovery, and pitching in the context of making real-world progress on anything you want to start. </div><div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; line-height: 1.4; direction: ltr;"> '''Who is eligible to participate? ''' 20-40 current students at each of the participating schools. '''What is the cost to participate?''' This workshop is free but you must complete all modules to get your pitch in front of the global audience of influencers, investors, and innovators. </div></div>
==Tactic #2 : Student-led Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club==

'''This will:  '''  

*This will get students motivated to translate classroom principle and theories into global solutions.

*This will also provide an extracurricular platform for an Innovative and Entrepreneurial environment.

==Tactic #3: Create/Establish an Entrepreneurship and Innovation Space on Campus==

'''This will:'''

*Engender and foster idea-generation and creativity among students; across disciplines.

*Enhance sustainability of the I & E culture on campus.

*Promote venture creation/commercialization.

=Strategy #4: Executing  Effectiveness in the Reframing Value at VSU=

==Tactic #1: Infuse Entrepreneurship and Innovation into Introductory and Core Curricula==

'''Description: '''Faculty will work on the NCIIA grant that is due in May to develop a course/program/curricula to infuse Innovation & Entrepreneneurship into VSU's culture.

'''This will:'''

*Inculcate the Innovation and Entrepreneurship culture and thinking in students.
*Ecourage the Innovation and Entrepreneurship culture and thinking in falculty.



==Identification of College Course(s): Contemporary Global Studies ==

'''Reginald F. Lewis College of Business'''

1. MGMT 444 – Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management  

2. FINC 446 - Entrepreneurial Finance

'''College of Agriculture'''

1. AGEC 140 - Introduction to Agribusiness Entrepreneurship

2. AGEC 340 - Agribusiness Entrepreneurship

'''College of Engineering, Technology, and Science'''

1. INLT 443 - Engineering and Technology Entrepreneurship

==Tactic #2 : Capacity-Building of VSU's Research Foundation==

'''Description: '''This will promote and attract industry-identified projects/problems/issues for students to work on (with faculty guidance). VSU will plan to become a member of NCIIA (VentureWell) to enhance partnerships both in the industry and with such government and regulatory agencies as: Veterans Affairs, USPTO, Small Business Admin, other HBCU partners etc'''.'''

'''Encouragement of the following:'''
<div>
*Developing and encouraging academia-industry partnership in a mutually beneficial way.
*Whetting the creativity and problem-solving appetite of students and faculty.
*Showcasing and promoting intellectual capital within VSU.
*Promoting venture creation/commercialization.
</div>
==Tactic #3: Establish Innovation and Entrepreneurship Challenge Competitions==

'''This will:'''

*Encourage multi-disciplinary collaboration and robust problem solving skills across campus
*Build, sustain and promote Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
*Enhance VSU visibility.

=Related Links =

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Virginia_State_University Virginia State University]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Ulysses_Knight Ulysses Knight]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Reginald_Burroughs Reginald Burroughs]

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2021-11-11T22:26:38Z

Ifre3976: /* According to Virginia State University's 2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog, we offer the following undergraduate innovation or entrepreneurship courses / resources: */

=Overview=
[[File:VSU.jpg|thumb|VSU Logo.jpg|link=Special:FilePath/VSU.jpg]]Building a Better World Since 1882
Virginia State University, founded in 1882, is one of Virginia's two land-grant institutions, and is located 20 minutes south of Richmond in the village of Ettrick. With a current student population of 5,300, the University sits atop a rolling landscape overlooking the Appomattox River with expansive views of Petersburg. Our 236-acre campus boasts 16 dormitories, 17 academic buildings and a 416-acre agriculture research facility. 

='''Promoting Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship'''=

Although, Virginia State University's innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem is at it's developmental stage. The university offers opportunities for their students to gain an understanding of entrepreneurial aspects by gaining an acumen in the classroom and then applying what is learned.  
<div>
 '<nowiki/>'''Encouraging Faculty Innovation and Entrepreneurship''''

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</div>
At Virginia State University, innovation and entrepreneurship are not emphasized as much as it should. We encourage our faculty and staff within our institution to become more supportive and invite more creative thinkers to become the trailblazers in breaking down the barriers. It will allow our institution to soar to new heights that have never been reached and open the door to great opportunities. Faculty are encouraged to create interdisciplinary activities or projects, to create partnerships within our institution. Faculty should be willing to utilize local business and startup company’s problems and present them to students for solutions and the development of an academic portfolio. Faculty should be eager to collaborate on research projects and work together to develop new technologies, products and innovative ideas campus-wide using all available resources. The College of Business is a great resource for the university and should be a tool students can use for financial direction. The College Of Engineering should become the catalyst on-campus for faculty/student innovation and become the vessel for innovation campus-wide. The goals of VSU should not only be to provide opportunities for students to acquire a position within a company, but to help develop a company through understanding of the business. VSU should also provide faculty and staff the capabilities to gain venture funding, develop intellectual property, form a business unit, and truly go out and create a business. VSU should develop a Research / Innovation center that offers mandatory courses and set of programs for all students to help bridge the gap between studies and practice, research and commercialization, and from dreams to reality. These programs should encourage students to understand the process of a product or service fundamentally from early discovery through commercialization. The objective is to help supportive faculty encourage entrepreneurs and promote corporate partnerships and startup companies in hopes that students can commercialize ideas as they reach later stages of studies. One strategy that can help develop this network should be an organization around the idea of entrepreneurship and innovation. An organization that helps students and faculty come together and achieve their common goals through practice. An organization that can help empower a Research / Innovation center can eventually uplift our institution as a whole to increase entrepreneurial spirits campus-wide from networking events, competitive events, speaker series events, projects, and workshops. In a sense, these activities can eventually create avenues for students to soar into heights that some say are unreachable. Let’s break down barriers and Build a Better World, one student at a time.  

Updated information, November 2021:

In September of 2016, the Reginald F. Lewis College of Business has established a VSU Center for Entrepreneurship as an education, research, and planning hub for budding entrepreneurs within not only the student body, but also the entirety of Central Virginia, including minorities and military veterans. This center also provides opportunities for innovation through bi-annual pitch competitions with a prize of $1000. To compound this, a 16 credit Minor in Entrepreneurship is also available for any undergraduate to pursue, along with a prospective certificate program. Additionally, in July of 2021, the VSU Center for Entrepreneurship received $453,000 from GO Virginia, a program funded by the Commonwealth of Virginia, for the creation of a Minority Small Business Leading Center to help early startup companies gain funding and assistance. This program is also targeted towards minority-led businesses.
[[File:VSU Business.png|thumb|An article detailing the grant given to VSU's Center for Entrepreneurship.|link=Special:FilePath/VSU_Business.png]]

However, it is important to note that these opportunities (with the exception of Minor courses, certificate courses, and the pitch competition) are tailored towards those who ''already'' have a startup in place. Although maker and venture spaces are mentioned as part of the Minority Small Business Leading Center's resources, none have been initiated on-campus yet.
=='''According to Virginia State University's 2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog, we offer the following undergraduate innovation or entrepreneurship courses / resources:'''==

*'''The Reginald F. Lewis College of Business has approved an 18 credit minor in Entrepreneurship in Spring of 2017. These are the following applicable courses and their descriptions:'''
**'''Introduction to Entrepreneurship'''
***This course introduces students to the different forms of entrepreneurship along with the risks and reward with starting a business. This course also includes real examples of this through investigations of case studies as well as personal stories from entrepreneurs in the local area. Hand-on learning is the primary directive of this course
**'''Entrepreneurial Marketing & New Product Innovation'''
***This course assists students (with a Business major or not) with the formation and implementation of products for customers. Students have the choice of for-profit or non-profit ventures with a value proposition. This course helps students market innovation for entrepreneurship.
**'''Small Business Finance'''
***[[File:VSUCenterForEntrepreneurship.png|thumb|A display of all educational programs provided for VSU students through the Center for Entrepreneurship.|link=Special:FilePath/VSUCenterForEntrepreneurship.png]]This course helps current or intending business owners to create a detailed proposal that includes a financial and action plan for their existing or prospective business. They will get direct learning from business owners and investors.
**'''Social Entrepreneurship & Sustainable Ventures'''
***This course explores entrepreneurship as it relates to changing social environments, developing the economy of a community, and sustaining society. The impact of social companies that are social responsible in their markets are explored.
**'''Technology & Entrepreneurship'''
***This course explores what 21st century technology is needed in order to assist with marketing their business (websites, advertisements, social media platforms, etc.). This course also involves creating a website for each students' small business plan.
**'''Seminar: Issues in Management - Special Topics in Entrepreneurship'''
***This course becomes more nuanced within the students' industry of entrepreneurship. They will be able to explore their fields of interest in this course and how they can connect this to their business plan.
*'''Virginia State University's Center for Entrepreneurship has also approved a prospective Certificate of Entrepreneurship in Spring of 2016.'''
**This is a non-credit certificate that will walk prospective and current entrepreneurships through the process of developing, launching, funding, marketing, and successfully operating a business. It is administered online as well as in-person. Military veterans and minority entrepreneurships are offered scholarships for this certificate.

*'''Reginald F. Lewis College of Business (RFLC):  MGMT 444 – Entrepreneurship and Small Business Mgmt'''. '''''(As an Elective)'''''

This  course  is  an  in-depth  analysis  of  the  entrepreneur’s  role  in  conceptualizing,   developing and  managing  small  business ventures.   Key personality and leadership traits of the entrepreneur are examined within the framework of risk-taking and new venture start-ups.  The course is also designed to expose students to the problems and opportunities inherent in establishing and managing a small business and the techniques employed in launching and sustaining a new venture.

Prerequisites:  COBU 301 AND COBU 302

*'''Reginald F. Lewis College of Business (RFLC): FINC 446 - Entrepreneurial Finance'''

This course examines small business start – up management with emphasis on financial decision-making for entrepreneurs, and the functions of investment banking institutions as they relate to small business capital acquisition and management. Also included are legal concerns and strategies for minority startup ventures. The case study method will be used.

Prerequisite: COBU 300 or equivalent

*'''<s>College of Agriculture:  AGEC 140 - Introduction to Agribusiness Entrepreneurship</s> (Replaced by AGEC 142 - Principles of Agric Economics)'''

<s>This is an introductory course for all agricultural majors that will focus on the importance of business to the food and agricultural sector. The course will explore the mechanics of developing a business plan, applying the principles of marketing, management and finance.</s>

*'''College of Agriculture: AGEC 142 - Principles of Agric Economics'''

This course explores the principles of economics as applied to the agriculture economy. The course highlights the agricultural development of the U.S.A. The course will also develop the concept of economics as a social science, as well as the fundamental principles explaining the behavior of major economic units such as the consumer and farm-firm; price determination in general; the concept of elasticity; and the characteristics of various market structures such as perfect competition, monopoly, and oligopoly. Students will be introduced to the application of economic principles to international trade, environmental management and agricultural policy.

*'''College of Agriculture:  AGEC 340 - Agribusiness Entrepreneurship. '''

This course takes students through the process of owning businesses, since owning a business is the dream of many Americans. This course examines several cases to help individuals translate their business dreams into reality.  While specific focus will be on agribusiness enterprises, a broad look at entrepreneurs in several industries will be adopted to give students a good picture of the entire business world and the opportunities and challenges entrepreneurs face. Using case study approach, businesses across several sectors (production, service, etc.) of the economy will be examined and analyzed to walk students through the business required to develop and present a business plan. The presentation will be evaluated by a panel of judges. The typical panel of judges includes loan officers, agribusiness analysts and entrepreneur/small business owners.

*'''College of Agriculture, Department of Family and Consumer Science:  FACS 342 Occupational Family and Consumer Sciences'''

This course of study focuses on planning, implementing and evaluating Family and Consumer Sciences occupational education programs in chosen areas of occupational endorsement. In addition, this course explores leadership theory and practice in relation to theories and processes of innovation and change. It includes the opportunity to explore leadership techniques relevant to change management, '''entrepreneurship''' and '''innovation'''. You will be encouraged to use your own experience in leadership roles to inform discussion, enquiry, critical thinking and reflection.

Prerequisites: DIET 221 Principles of Food Preparations, DIET 310 Human Nutrition, FCCS 301 Child Development

*'''College of Engineering, Science and Technology:  INLT 443 - Engineering and Technology Entrepreneurship.'''

This course covers concepts related to entrepreneurship relevant to engineering and technology applications. Major topics include entrepreneurial risk taking, startup strategies, innovative idea evaluation, business plan writing, financing and venture capital, managing growth and introducing and sustaining products and services. Through case studies and guest speakers, the course introduces students to the knowledge and skills needed to recognize and seize technological entrepreneurial opportunities.

Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing

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*<s>''' College of Humanities and Social Sciences,''' '''Department of Health, Physical Education Recreation and Dance - Minor: Sport Management (18 semester hours):'''</s> '''(Inactive)'''

<s>This minor prepares students for careers as '''entrepreneurs''', producers, advertisers, public relations specialists, fund developers, event managers, consultants, sales representatives, sports researchers, and corporate executives in the collegiate, amateur, and professional sports industries.</s>

* '''Honors College '''

As of August of 2021, the Honors Program has expanded into the Honors College. The Honors College is designed to meet the unique educational needs of Virginia State University’s academically talented and highly motivated undergraduate students. The primary goal of the Honors Program is to create and maintain a stimulating, supportive environment in which young scholars may engage in a wide range of challenging intellectual and creative pursuits. The program encourages the participation of all departments, fosters '''innovation''' and experimentation in undergraduate education, and supports University-wide cultural enrichment.

=='''According to the Virginia State University's 2021 - 2022 Graduate Catalog, we offer the following innovation or entrepreneurship courses:'''==

* '''College of Engineering, Science and Technology: CSED 504 – Innovations in Distance Learning'''

The students will explore the latest innovations in "E - learning" technologies and environments as well as theoretical issues central to e-learning. The course will address online learning environments including online learning communities, communication and sharing tools, content creation tools, and communities of practice. Students will design and implement e-learning modules as pertinent to their content area.

==Randolph Farm- 416acre agriculture learning center==

The centerpiece of the farm is the Cooperative Extension Pavilion, which houses faculty and staff offices and laboratories; it also contains meeting areas that are frequented by members of the agricultural community sharing learned research and educational information.In addition to producing the region's traditional row crops, the farm is utilized for research and education in areas of new and niche crops, alternative cropping methods, horticultural crops, nutrient management, water quality, animal production, and aquaculture production.  [[File:VSU Randolph Farm.jpg|frame|VSU Randolph Farm.jpg]]

='''Actively supporting the university technology transfer function.'''=
Currently, Virginia State University does not have a technology transfer function that allows for commercialization.   Virginia State University has established  a research foundation with the hopes to taking over these functions.

='''Facilitating University-Industry Collaboration'''=

The following links are research alliances, collaborations, and partnerships that Virginia State has established: 

*[http://www.sura.org/home/index.html Southeastern Universities Research Association (SURA)]
*[http://www.orau.org/ Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)]
*[http://www.orau.org/university-partnerships/hbcu-mei-council.aspx Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority Education Institutions (HBCU/MEI) Council]
*[http://www.vascic.com/index.htm Virginia Advanced Shipbuilding and Carrier Integration Center (VASCIC)]
*[http://www.ccam-va.com/ Commonwealth Center For Advanced Manufacturing (CCAM)]
*[http://www.craterpdc.org/vlrc/ Virginia Logistics Research Center (VLRC)]
*[http://www.soc.aascu.org/ Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC)]

='''[[File:Virgnia State University Multipurpose Center.jpg|frame|Virgnia State University Multipurpose Center.jpg]]Engaging with regional and local economic development efforts'''=
<div>[[File:F80d153c-2a3f-44c9-8dc6-e36b6aed5cea-VSUMPC.jpg|thumb|Fully constructed Virginia State University Multipurpose Center.|link=Special:FilePath/F80d153c-2a3f-44c9-8dc6-e36b6aed5cea-VSUMPC.jpg]]Calling the new facility “a symbol of unity,” Virginia State University President Keith T. Miller led a delegation of state, local and University officials and construction partners in the official Groundbreaking on VSU’s long-anticipated, $84 million Multipurpose Center. VSU’s Multipurpose Center will serve as the anchor for the University’s and  Chesterfield County’s partnership to revitalize the Ettrick area. A mixed-use residential and commercial corridor along Chesterfield Avenue will complement the new facility. The plans for growth are outlined in both VSU’s Master Plan and Chesterfield’s Comprehensive Plan. VSU anticipates the project taking 22 months to complete. VSU’s Multipurpose Center will be the only facility of its type between Richmond and Raleigh, NC and serve as a cultural hub for a wide swath of Southside Virginia. 

As of November of 2021, the VSU Multipurpose Center has been completed and has served as an anchor for other universities as well as for events and, during the pandemic, as a vaccination clinic for the local area.
</div><div> </div>
=Landscape Canvas=

[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/17VSD5JRIU6AajonupC6Oy0eTY10ZI2NY-_6-pkpMVEM/edit#gid=1348694927 Virginia State University - Landscape Canvas]

=Related Links=

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Virginia_State_University_Student_Priorities Virginia State University Student Priorities]

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3D0M6OOqXb0&feature=youtu.be Project Pitch]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Ulysses_Knight Ulysses Knight ]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Reginald_Burroughs Reginald Burroughs]

[[Category:Universities]]
[[Category:Schools]]
[[Category:Virginia_State_University]]
{{CatTree|Virginia_State_University}}

School:Virginia State University

2021-11-11T21:08:56Z

Ifre3976: /* Facilitating University-Industry Collaboration */

=Overview=
[[File:VSU.jpg|thumb|VSU Logo.jpg|link=Special:FilePath/VSU.jpg]]Building a Better World Since 1882
Virginia State University, founded in 1882, is one of Virginia's two land-grant institutions, and is located 20 minutes south of Richmond in the village of Ettrick. With a current student population of 5,300, the University sits atop a rolling landscape overlooking the Appomattox River with expansive views of Petersburg. Our 236-acre campus boasts 16 dormitories, 17 academic buildings and a 416-acre agriculture research facility. 

='''Promoting Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship'''=

Although, Virginia State University's innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem is at it's developmental stage. The university offers opportunities for their students to gain an understanding of entrepreneurial aspects by gaining an acumen in the classroom and then applying what is learned.  
<div>
 '<nowiki/>'''Encouraging Faculty Innovation and Entrepreneurship''''

----
</div>
At Virginia State University, innovation and entrepreneurship are not emphasized as much as it should. We encourage our faculty and staff within our institution to become more supportive and invite more creative thinkers to become the trailblazers in breaking down the barriers. It will allow our institution to soar to new heights that have never been reached and open the door to great opportunities. Faculty are encouraged to create interdisciplinary activities or projects, to create partnerships within our institution. Faculty should be willing to utilize local business and startup company’s problems and present them to students for solutions and the development of an academic portfolio. Faculty should be eager to collaborate on research projects and work together to develop new technologies, products and innovative ideas campus-wide using all available resources. The College of Business is a great resource for the university and should be a tool students can use for financial direction. The College Of Engineering should become the catalyst on-campus for faculty/student innovation and become the vessel for innovation campus-wide. The goals of VSU should not only be to provide opportunities for students to acquire a position within a company, but to help develop a company through understanding of the business. VSU should also provide faculty and staff the capabilities to gain venture funding, develop intellectual property, form a business unit, and truly go out and create a business. VSU should develop a Research / Innovation center that offers mandatory courses and set of programs for all students to help bridge the gap between studies and practice, research and commercialization, and from dreams to reality. These programs should encourage students to understand the process of a product or service fundamentally from early discovery through commercialization. The objective is to help supportive faculty encourage entrepreneurs and promote corporate partnerships and startup companies in hopes that students can commercialize ideas as they reach later stages of studies. One strategy that can help develop this network should be an organization around the idea of entrepreneurship and innovation. An organization that helps students and faculty come together and achieve their common goals through practice. An organization that can help empower a Research / Innovation center can eventually uplift our institution as a whole to increase entrepreneurial spirits campus-wide from networking events, competitive events, speaker series events, projects, and workshops. In a sense, these activities can eventually create avenues for students to soar into heights that some say are unreachable. Let’s break down barriers and Build a Better World, one student at a time.  

Updated information, November 2021:

In September of 2016, the Reginald F. Lewis College of Business has established a VSU Center for Entrepreneurship as an education, research, and planning hub for budding entrepreneurs within not only the student body, but also the entirety of Central Virginia, including minorities and military veterans. This center also provides opportunities for innovation through bi-annual pitch competitions with a prize of $1000. To compound this, a 16 credit Minor in Entrepreneurship is also available for any undergraduate to pursue, along with a prospective certificate program. Additionally, in July of 2021, the VSU Center for Entrepreneurship received $453,000 from GO Virginia, a program funded by the Commonwealth of Virginia, for the creation of a Minority Small Business Leading Center to help early startup companies gain funding and assistance. This program is also targeted towards minority-led businesses.
[[File:VSU Business.png|thumb|An article detailing the grant given to VSU's Center for Entrepreneurship.|link=Special:FilePath/VSU_Business.png]]

However, it is important to note that these opportunities (with the exception of Minor courses, certificate courses, and the pitch competition) are tailored towards those who ''already'' have a startup in place. Although maker and venture spaces are mentioned as part of the Minority Small Business Leading Center's resources, none have been initiated on-campus yet.
=='''According to Virginia State University's 2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog, we offer the following undergraduate innovation or entrepreneurship courses / resources:'''==

*'''The Reginald F. Lewis College of Business has approved an 18 credit minor in Entrepreneurship in Spring of 2017. These are the following applicable course and their descriptions:'''
**'''Introduction to Entrepreneurship'''
***This course introduces students to the different forms of entrepreneurship along with the risks and reward with starting a business. This course also includes real examples of this through investigations of case studies as well as personal stories from entrepreneurs in the local area. Hand-on learning is the primary directive of this course
**'''Entrepreneurial Marketing & New Product Innovation'''
***This course assists students (with a Business major or not) with the formation and implementation of products for customers. Students have the choice of for-profit or non-profit ventures with a value proposition. This course helps students market innovation for entrepreneurship.
**'''Small Business Finance'''
***[[File:VSUCenterForEntrepreneurship.png|thumb|A display of all educational programs provided for VSU students through the Center for Entrepreneurship.|link=Special:FilePath/VSUCenterForEntrepreneurship.png]]This course helps current or intending business owners to create a detailed proposal that includes a financial and action plan for their existing or prospective business. They will get direct learning from business owners and investors.
**'''Social Entrepreneurship & Sustainable Ventures'''
***This course explores entrepreneurship as it relates to changing social environments, developing the economy of a community, and sustaining society. The impact of social companies that are social responsible in their markets are explored.
**'''Technology & Entrepreneurship'''
***This course explores what 21st century technology is needed in order to assist with marketing their business (websites, advertisements, social media platforms, etc.). This course also involves creating a website for each students' small business plan.
**'''Seminar: Issues in Management - Special Topics in Entrepreneurship'''
***This course becomes more nuanced within the students' industry of entrepreneurship. They will be able to explore their fields of interest in this course and how they can connect this to their business plan.
*'''Virginia State University's Center for Entrepreneurship has also approved a prospective Certificate of Entrepreneurship in Spring of 2016.'''
**This is a non-credit certificate that will walk prospective and current entrepreneurships through the process of developing, launching, funding, marketing, and successfully operating a business. It is administered online as well as in-person. Military veterans and minority entrepreneurships are offered scholarships for this certificate.

*'''Reginald F. Lewis College of Business (RFLC):  MGMT 444 – Entrepreneurship and Small Business Mgmt'''. '''''(As an Elective)'''''

This  course  is  an  in-depth  analysis  of  the  entrepreneur’s  role  in  conceptualizing,   developing and  managing  small  business ventures.   Key personality and leadership traits of the entrepreneur are examined within the framework of risk-taking and new venture start-ups.  The course is also designed to expose students to the problems and opportunities inherent in establishing and managing a small business and the techniques employed in launching and sustaining a new venture.

Prerequisites:  COBU 301 AND COBU 302

*'''Reginald F. Lewis College of Business (RFLC): FINC 446 - Entrepreneurial Finance'''

This course examines small business start – up management with emphasis on financial decision-making for entrepreneurs, and the functions of investment banking institutions as they relate to small business capital acquisition and management. Also included are legal concerns and strategies for minority startup ventures. The case study method will be used.

Prerequisite: COBU 300 or equivalent

*'''<s>College of Agriculture:  AGEC 140 - Introduction to Agribusiness Entrepreneurship</s> (Replaced by AGEC 142 - Principles of Agric Economics)'''

<s>This is an introductory course for all agricultural majors that will focus on the importance of business to the food and agricultural sector. The course will explore the mechanics of developing a business plan, applying the principles of marketing, management and finance.</s>

*'''College of Agriculture: AGEC 142 - Principles of Agric Economics'''

This course explores the principles of economics as applied to the agriculture economy. The course highlights the agricultural development of the U.S.A. The course will also develop the concept of economics as a social science, as well as the fundamental principles explaining the behavior of major economic units such as the consumer and farm-firm; price determination in general; the concept of elasticity; and the characteristics of various market structures such as perfect competition, monopoly, and oligopoly. Students will be introduced to the application of economic principles to international trade, environmental management and agricultural policy.

*'''College of Agriculture:  AGEC 340 - Agribusiness Entrepreneurship. '''

This course takes students through the process of owning businesses, since owning a business is the dream of many Americans. This course examines several cases to help individuals translate their business dreams into reality.  While specific focus will be on agribusiness enterprises, a broad look at entrepreneurs in several industries will be adopted to give students a good picture of the entire business world and the opportunities and challenges entrepreneurs face. Using case study approach, businesses across several sectors (production, service, etc.) of the economy will be examined and analyzed to walk students through the business required to develop and present a business plan. The presentation will be evaluated by a panel of judges. The typical panel of judges includes loan officers, agribusiness analysts and entrepreneur/small business owners.

*'''College of Agriculture, Department of Family and Consumer Science:  FACS 342 Occupational Family and Consumer Sciences'''

This course of study focuses on planning, implementing and evaluating Family and Consumer Sciences occupational education programs in chosen areas of occupational endorsement. In addition, this course explores leadership theory and practice in relation to theories and processes of innovation and change. It includes the opportunity to explore leadership techniques relevant to change management, '''entrepreneurship''' and '''innovation'''. You will be encouraged to use your own experience in leadership roles to inform discussion, enquiry, critical thinking and reflection.

Prerequisites: DIET 221 Principles of Food Preparations, DIET 310 Human Nutrition, FCCS 301 Child Development

*'''College of Engineering, Science and Technology:  INLT 443 - Engineering and Technology Entrepreneurship.'''

This course covers concepts related to entrepreneurship relevant to engineering and technology applications. Major topics include entrepreneurial risk taking, startup strategies, innovative idea evaluation, business plan writing, financing and venture capital, managing growth and introducing and sustaining products and services. Through case studies and guest speakers, the course introduces students to the knowledge and skills needed to recognize and seize technological entrepreneurial opportunities.

Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing

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*<s>''' College of Humanities and Social Sciences,''' '''Department of Health, Physical Education Recreation and Dance - Minor: Sport Management (18 semester hours):'''</s> '''(Inactive)'''

<s>This minor prepares students for careers as '''entrepreneurs''', producers, advertisers, public relations specialists, fund developers, event managers, consultants, sales representatives, sports researchers, and corporate executives in the collegiate, amateur, and professional sports industries.</s>

* '''Honors College '''

As of August of 2021, the Honors Program has expanded into the Honors College. The Honors College is designed to meet the unique educational needs of Virginia State University’s academically talented and highly motivated undergraduate students. The primary goal of the Honors Program is to create and maintain a stimulating, supportive environment in which young scholars may engage in a wide range of challenging intellectual and creative pursuits. The program encourages the participation of all departments, fosters '''innovation''' and experimentation in undergraduate education, and supports University-wide cultural enrichment.

=='''According to the Virginia State University's 2021 - 2022 Graduate Catalog, we offer the following innovation or entrepreneurship courses:'''==

* '''College of Engineering, Science and Technology: CSED 504 – Innovations in Distance Learning'''

The students will explore the latest innovations in "E - learning" technologies and environments as well as theoretical issues central to e-learning. The course will address online learning environments including online learning communities, communication and sharing tools, content creation tools, and communities of practice. Students will design and implement e-learning modules as pertinent to their content area.

==Randolph Farm- 416acre agriculture learning center==

The centerpiece of the farm is the Cooperative Extension Pavilion, which houses faculty and staff offices and laboratories; it also contains meeting areas that are frequented by members of the agricultural community sharing learned research and educational information.In addition to producing the region's traditional row crops, the farm is utilized for research and education in areas of new and niche crops, alternative cropping methods, horticultural crops, nutrient management, water quality, animal production, and aquaculture production.  [[File:VSU Randolph Farm.jpg|frame|VSU Randolph Farm.jpg]]

='''Actively supporting the university technology transfer function.'''=
Currently, Virginia State University does not have a technology transfer function that allows for commercialization.   Virginia State University has established  a research foundation with the hopes to taking over these functions.

='''Facilitating University-Industry Collaboration'''=

The following links are research alliances, collaborations, and partnerships that Virginia State has established: 

*[http://www.sura.org/home/index.html Southeastern Universities Research Association (SURA)]
*[http://www.orau.org/ Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)]
*[http://www.orau.org/university-partnerships/hbcu-mei-council.aspx Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority Education Institutions (HBCU/MEI) Council]
*[http://www.vascic.com/index.htm Virginia Advanced Shipbuilding and Carrier Integration Center (VASCIC)]
*[http://www.ccam-va.com/ Commonwealth Center For Advanced Manufacturing (CCAM)]
*[http://www.craterpdc.org/vlrc/ Virginia Logistics Research Center (VLRC)]
*[http://www.soc.aascu.org/ Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC)]

='''[[File:Virgnia State University Multipurpose Center.jpg|frame|Virgnia State University Multipurpose Center.jpg]]Engaging with regional and local economic development efforts'''=
<div>[[File:F80d153c-2a3f-44c9-8dc6-e36b6aed5cea-VSUMPC.jpg|thumb|Fully constructed Virginia State University Multipurpose Center.]]Calling the new facility “a symbol of unity,” Virginia State University President Keith T. Miller led a delegation of state, local and University officials and construction partners in the official Groundbreaking on VSU’s long-anticipated, $84 million Multipurpose Center. VSU’s Multipurpose Center will serve as the anchor for the University’s and  Chesterfield County’s partnership to revitalize the Ettrick area. A mixed-use residential and commercial corridor along Chesterfield Avenue will complement the new facility. The plans for growth are outlined in both VSU’s Master Plan and Chesterfield’s Comprehensive Plan. VSU anticipates the project taking 22 months to complete. VSU’s Multipurpose Center will be the only facility of its type between Richmond and Raleigh, NC and serve as a cultural hub for a wide swath of Southside Virginia. 

As of November of 2021, the VSU Multipurpose Center has been completed and has served as an anchor for other universities as well as for events and, during the pandemic, as a vaccination clinic for the local area.
</div><div> </div>
=Landscape Canvas=

[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/17VSD5JRIU6AajonupC6Oy0eTY10ZI2NY-_6-pkpMVEM/edit#gid=1348694927 Virginia State University - Landscape Canvas]

=Related Links=

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Virginia_State_University_Student_Priorities Virginia State University Student Priorities]

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3D0M6OOqXb0&feature=youtu.be Project Pitch]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Ulysses_Knight Ulysses Knight ]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Reginald_Burroughs Reginald Burroughs]

[[Category:Universities]]
[[Category:Schools]]
[[Category:Virginia_State_University]]
{{CatTree|Virginia_State_University}}

File:F80d153c-2a3f-44c9-8dc6-e36b6aed5cea-VSUMPC.jpg

2021-11-11T21:08:16Z

Ifre3976:

Fully constructed Virginia State University Multipurpose Center

School:Virginia State University

2021-11-11T21:04:31Z

Ifre3976: /* Overview */

=Overview=
[[File:VSU.jpg|thumb|VSU Logo.jpg|link=Special:FilePath/VSU.jpg]]Building a Better World Since 1882
Virginia State University, founded in 1882, is one of Virginia's two land-grant institutions, and is located 20 minutes south of Richmond in the village of Ettrick. With a current student population of 5,300, the University sits atop a rolling landscape overlooking the Appomattox River with expansive views of Petersburg. Our 236-acre campus boasts 16 dormitories, 17 academic buildings and a 416-acre agriculture research facility. 

='''Promoting Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship'''=

Although, Virginia State University's innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem is at it's developmental stage. The university offers opportunities for their students to gain an understanding of entrepreneurial aspects by gaining an acumen in the classroom and then applying what is learned.  
<div>
 '<nowiki/>'''Encouraging Faculty Innovation and Entrepreneurship''''

----
</div>
At Virginia State University, innovation and entrepreneurship are not emphasized as much as it should. We encourage our faculty and staff within our institution to become more supportive and invite more creative thinkers to become the trailblazers in breaking down the barriers. It will allow our institution to soar to new heights that have never been reached and open the door to great opportunities. Faculty are encouraged to create interdisciplinary activities or projects, to create partnerships within our institution. Faculty should be willing to utilize local business and startup company’s problems and present them to students for solutions and the development of an academic portfolio. Faculty should be eager to collaborate on research projects and work together to develop new technologies, products and innovative ideas campus-wide using all available resources. The College of Business is a great resource for the university and should be a tool students can use for financial direction. The College Of Engineering should become the catalyst on-campus for faculty/student innovation and become the vessel for innovation campus-wide. The goals of VSU should not only be to provide opportunities for students to acquire a position within a company, but to help develop a company through understanding of the business. VSU should also provide faculty and staff the capabilities to gain venture funding, develop intellectual property, form a business unit, and truly go out and create a business. VSU should develop a Research / Innovation center that offers mandatory courses and set of programs for all students to help bridge the gap between studies and practice, research and commercialization, and from dreams to reality. These programs should encourage students to understand the process of a product or service fundamentally from early discovery through commercialization. The objective is to help supportive faculty encourage entrepreneurs and promote corporate partnerships and startup companies in hopes that students can commercialize ideas as they reach later stages of studies. One strategy that can help develop this network should be an organization around the idea of entrepreneurship and innovation. An organization that helps students and faculty come together and achieve their common goals through practice. An organization that can help empower a Research / Innovation center can eventually uplift our institution as a whole to increase entrepreneurial spirits campus-wide from networking events, competitive events, speaker series events, projects, and workshops. In a sense, these activities can eventually create avenues for students to soar into heights that some say are unreachable. Let’s break down barriers and Build a Better World, one student at a time.  

Updated information, November 2021:

In September of 2016, the Reginald F. Lewis College of Business has established a VSU Center for Entrepreneurship as an education, research, and planning hub for budding entrepreneurs within not only the student body, but also the entirety of Central Virginia, including minorities and military veterans. This center also provides opportunities for innovation through bi-annual pitch competitions with a prize of $1000. To compound this, a 16 credit Minor in Entrepreneurship is also available for any undergraduate to pursue, along with a prospective certificate program. Additionally, in July of 2021, the VSU Center for Entrepreneurship received $453,000 from GO Virginia, a program funded by the Commonwealth of Virginia, for the creation of a Minority Small Business Leading Center to help early startup companies gain funding and assistance. This program is also targeted towards minority-led businesses.
[[File:VSU Business.png|thumb|An article detailing the grant given to VSU's Center for Entrepreneurship.]]

However, it is important to note that these opportunities (with the exception of Minor courses, certificate courses, and the pitch competition) are tailored towards those who ''already'' have a startup in place. Although maker and venture spaces are mentioned as part of the Minority Small Business Leading Center's resources, none have been initiated on-campus yet.
=='''According to Virginia State University's 2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog, we offer the following undergraduate innovation or entrepreneurship courses / resources:'''==

*'''The Reginald F. Lewis College of Business has approved an 18 credit minor in Entrepreneurship in Spring of 2017. These are the following applicable course and their descriptions:'''
**'''Introduction to Entrepreneurship'''
***This course introduces students to the different forms of entrepreneurship along with the risks and reward with starting a business. This course also includes real examples of this through investigations of case studies as well as personal stories from entrepreneurs in the local area. Hand-on learning is the primary directive of this course
**'''Entrepreneurial Marketing & New Product Innovation'''
***This course assists students (with a Business major or not) with the formation and implementation of products for customers. Students have the choice of for-profit or non-profit ventures with a value proposition. This course helps students market innovation for entrepreneurship.
**'''Small Business Finance'''
***[[File:VSUCenterForEntrepreneurship.png|thumb|A display of all educational programs provided for VSU students through the Center for Entrepreneurship.]]This course helps current or intending business owners to create a detailed proposal that includes a financial and action plan for their existing or prospective business. They will get direct learning from business owners and investors.
**'''Social Entrepreneurship & Sustainable Ventures'''
***This course explores entrepreneurship as it relates to changing social environments, developing the economy of a community, and sustaining society. The impact of social companies that are social responsible in their markets are explored.
**'''Technology & Entrepreneurship'''
***This course explores what 21st century technology is needed in order to assist with marketing their business (websites, advertisements, social media platforms, etc.). This course also involves creating a website for each students' small business plan.
**'''Seminar: Issues in Management - Special Topics in Entrepreneurship'''
***This course becomes more nuanced within the students' industry of entrepreneurship. They will be able to explore their fields of interest in this course and how they can connect this to their business plan.
*'''Virginia State University's Center for Entrepreneurship has also approved a prospective Certificate of Entrepreneurship in Spring of 2016.'''
**This is a non-credit certificate that will walk prospective and current entrepreneurships through the process of developing, launching, funding, marketing, and successfully operating a business. It is administered online as well as in-person. Military veterans and minority entrepreneurships are offered scholarships for this certificate.

*'''Reginald F. Lewis College of Business (RFLC):  MGMT 444 – Entrepreneurship and Small Business Mgmt'''. '''''(As an Elective)'''''

This  course  is  an  in-depth  analysis  of  the  entrepreneur’s  role  in  conceptualizing,   developing and  managing  small  business ventures.   Key personality and leadership traits of the entrepreneur are examined within the framework of risk-taking and new venture start-ups.  The course is also designed to expose students to the problems and opportunities inherent in establishing and managing a small business and the techniques employed in launching and sustaining a new venture.

Prerequisites:  COBU 301 AND COBU 302

*'''Reginald F. Lewis College of Business (RFLC): FINC 446 - Entrepreneurial Finance'''

This course examines small business start – up management with emphasis on financial decision-making for entrepreneurs, and the functions of investment banking institutions as they relate to small business capital acquisition and management. Also included are legal concerns and strategies for minority startup ventures. The case study method will be used.

Prerequisite: COBU 300 or equivalent

*'''<s>College of Agriculture:  AGEC 140 - Introduction to Agribusiness Entrepreneurship</s> (Replaced by AGEC 142 - Principles of Agric Economics)'''

<s>This is an introductory course for all agricultural majors that will focus on the importance of business to the food and agricultural sector. The course will explore the mechanics of developing a business plan, applying the principles of marketing, management and finance.</s>

*'''College of Agriculture: AGEC 142 - Principles of Agric Economics'''

This course explores the principles of economics as applied to the agriculture economy. The course highlights the agricultural development of the U.S.A. The course will also develop the concept of economics as a social science, as well as the fundamental principles explaining the behavior of major economic units such as the consumer and farm-firm; price determination in general; the concept of elasticity; and the characteristics of various market structures such as perfect competition, monopoly, and oligopoly. Students will be introduced to the application of economic principles to international trade, environmental management and agricultural policy.

*'''College of Agriculture:  AGEC 340 - Agribusiness Entrepreneurship. '''

This course takes students through the process of owning businesses, since owning a business is the dream of many Americans. This course examines several cases to help individuals translate their business dreams into reality.  While specific focus will be on agribusiness enterprises, a broad look at entrepreneurs in several industries will be adopted to give students a good picture of the entire business world and the opportunities and challenges entrepreneurs face. Using case study approach, businesses across several sectors (production, service, etc.) of the economy will be examined and analyzed to walk students through the business required to develop and present a business plan. The presentation will be evaluated by a panel of judges. The typical panel of judges includes loan officers, agribusiness analysts and entrepreneur/small business owners.

*'''College of Agriculture, Department of Family and Consumer Science:  FACS 342 Occupational Family and Consumer Sciences'''

This course of study focuses on planning, implementing and evaluating Family and Consumer Sciences occupational education programs in chosen areas of occupational endorsement. In addition, this course explores leadership theory and practice in relation to theories and processes of innovation and change. It includes the opportunity to explore leadership techniques relevant to change management, '''entrepreneurship''' and '''innovation'''. You will be encouraged to use your own experience in leadership roles to inform discussion, enquiry, critical thinking and reflection.

Prerequisites: DIET 221 Principles of Food Preparations, DIET 310 Human Nutrition, FCCS 301 Child Development

*'''College of Engineering, Science and Technology:  INLT 443 - Engineering and Technology Entrepreneurship.'''

This course covers concepts related to entrepreneurship relevant to engineering and technology applications. Major topics include entrepreneurial risk taking, startup strategies, innovative idea evaluation, business plan writing, financing and venture capital, managing growth and introducing and sustaining products and services. Through case studies and guest speakers, the course introduces students to the knowledge and skills needed to recognize and seize technological entrepreneurial opportunities.

Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing

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*<s>''' College of Humanities and Social Sciences,''' '''Department of Health, Physical Education Recreation and Dance - Minor: Sport Management (18 semester hours):'''</s> '''(Inactive)'''

<s>This minor prepares students for careers as '''entrepreneurs''', producers, advertisers, public relations specialists, fund developers, event managers, consultants, sales representatives, sports researchers, and corporate executives in the collegiate, amateur, and professional sports industries.</s>

* '''Honors College '''

As of August of 2021, the Honors Program has expanded into the Honors College. The Honors College is designed to meet the unique educational needs of Virginia State University’s academically talented and highly motivated undergraduate students. The primary goal of the Honors Program is to create and maintain a stimulating, supportive environment in which young scholars may engage in a wide range of challenging intellectual and creative pursuits. The program encourages the participation of all departments, fosters '''innovation''' and experimentation in undergraduate education, and supports University-wide cultural enrichment.

=='''According to the Virginia State University's 2021 - 2022 Graduate Catalog, we offer the following innovation or entrepreneurship courses:'''==

* '''College of Engineering, Science and Technology: CSED 504 – Innovations in Distance Learning'''

The students will explore the latest innovations in "E - learning" technologies and environments as well as theoretical issues central to e-learning. The course will address online learning environments including online learning communities, communication and sharing tools, content creation tools, and communities of practice. Students will design and implement e-learning modules as pertinent to their content area.

==Randolph Farm- 416acre agriculture learning center==

The centerpiece of the farm is the Cooperative Extension Pavilion, which houses faculty and staff offices and laboratories; it also contains meeting areas that are frequented by members of the agricultural community sharing learned research and educational information.In addition to producing the region's traditional row crops, the farm is utilized for research and education in areas of new and niche crops, alternative cropping methods, horticultural crops, nutrient management, water quality, animal production, and aquaculture production.  [[File:VSU Randolph Farm.jpg|frame|VSU Randolph Farm.jpg]]

='''Actively supporting the university technology transfer function.'''=
Currently, Virginia State University does not have a technology transfer function that allows for commercialization.   Virginia State University has established  a research foundation with the hopes to taking over these functions.

='''Facilitating University-Industry Collaboration'''=

The following links are research alliances, collaborations, and partnerships that Virginia State has established: 

*[http://www.sura.org/home/index.html Southeastern Universities Research Association (SURA)]
*[http://www.orau.org/ Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)]
*[http://www.orau.org/university-partnerships/hbcu-mei-council.aspx Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority Education Institutions (HBCU/MEI) Council]
*[http://www.vascic.com/index.htm Virginia Advanced Shipbuilding and Carrier Integration Center (VASCIC)]
*[http://www.ccam-va.com/ Commonwealth Center For Advanced Manufacturing (CCAM)]
*[http://www.craterpdc.org/vlrc/ Virginia Logistics Research Center (VLRC)]
*[http://www.soc.aascu.org/ Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC)]

='''[[File:Virgnia State University Multipurpose Center.jpg|frame|Virgnia State University Multipurpose Center.jpg]]Engaging with regional and local economic development efforts'''=
<div>Calling the new facility “a symbol of unity,” Virginia State University President Keith T. Miller led a delegation of state, local and University officials and construction partners in the official Groundbreaking on VSU’s long-anticipated, $84 million Multipurpose Center. VSU’s Multipurpose Center will serve as the anchor for the University’s and  Chesterfield County’s partnership to revitalize the Ettrick area. A mixed-use residential and commercial corridor along Chesterfield Avenue will complement the new facility. The plans for growth are outlined in both VSU’s Master Plan and Chesterfield’s Comprehensive Plan. VSU anticipates the project taking 22 months to complete. VSU’s Multipurpose Center will be the only facility of its type between Richmond and Raleigh, NC and serve as a cultural hub for a wide swath of Southside Virginia. 

As of November of 2021, the VSU Multipurpose Center has been completed and has served as an anchor for other universities as well as for events and, during the pandemic, as a vaccination clinic for the local area.
</div><div> </div>
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=Related Links=

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Virginia_State_University_Student_Priorities Virginia State University Student Priorities]

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3D0M6OOqXb0&feature=youtu.be Project Pitch]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Ulysses_Knight Ulysses Knight ]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Reginald_Burroughs Reginald Burroughs]

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Ifre3976:

A display of all educational programs provided for VSU students through the Center for Entrepreneurship.

School:Virginia State University

2021-11-11T20:29:49Z

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=Overview=
[[File:VSU.jpg|thumb|VSU Logo.jpg|link=Special:FilePath/VSU.jpg]]Building a Better World Since 1882
Virginia State University, founded in 1882, is one of Virginia's two land-grant institutions, and is located 20 minutes south of Richmond in the village of Ettrick. With a current student population of 5,300, the University sits atop a rolling landscape overlooking the Appomattox River with expansive views of Petersburg. Our 236-acre campus boasts 16 dormitories, 17 academic buildings and a 416-acre agriculture research facility. 

='''Promoting Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship''' =

Although, Virginia State University's innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem is at it's developmental stage. The university offers opportunities for their students to gain an understanding of entrepreneurial aspects by gaining an acumen in the classroom and then applying what is learned.  
<div>
 '<nowiki/>'''Encouraging Faculty Innovation and Entrepreneurship''''

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</div>
At Virginia State University, innovation and entrepreneurship are not emphasized as much as it should. We encourage our faculty and staff within our institution to become more supportive and invite more creative thinkers to become the trailblazers in breaking down the barriers. It will allow our institution to soar to new heights that have never been reached and open the door to great opportunities. Faculty are encouraged to create interdisciplinary activities or projects, to create partnerships within our institution. Faculty should be willing to utilize local business and startup company’s problems and present them to students for solutions and the development of an academic portfolio. Faculty should be eager to collaborate on research projects and work together to develop new technologies, products and innovative ideas campus-wide using all available resources. The College of Business is a great resource for the university and should be a tool students can use for financial direction. The College Of Engineering should become the catalyst on-campus for faculty/student innovation and become the vessel for innovation campus-wide. The goals of VSU should not only be to provide opportunities for students to acquire a position within a company, but to help develop a company through understanding of the business. VSU should also provide faculty and staff the capabilities to gain venture funding, develop intellectual property, form a business unit, and truly go out and create a business. VSU should develop a Research / Innovation center that offers mandatory courses and set of programs for all students to help bridge the gap between studies and practice, research and commercialization, and from dreams to reality. These programs should encourage students to understand the process of a product or service fundamentally from early discovery through commercialization. The objective is to help supportive faculty encourage entrepreneurs and promote corporate partnerships and startup companies in hopes that students can commercialize ideas as they reach later stages of studies. One strategy that can help develop this network should be an organization around the idea of entrepreneurship and innovation. An organization that helps students and faculty come together and achieve their common goals through practice. An organization that can help empower a Research / Innovation center can eventually uplift our institution as a whole to increase entrepreneurial spirits campus-wide from networking events, competitive events, speaker series events, projects, and workshops. In a sense, these activities can eventually create avenues for students to soar into heights that some say are unreachable. Let’s break down barriers and Build a Better World, one student at a time.  

Updated information, November 2021:

In September of 2016, the Reginald F. Lewis College of Business has established a VSU Center for Entrepreneurship as an education, research, and planning hub for budding entrepreneurs within not only the student body, but also the entirety of Central Virginia, including minorities and military veterans. This center also provides opportunities for innovation through bi-annual pitch competitions with a prize of $1000. To compound this, a 16 credit Minor in Entrepreneurship is also available for any undergraduate to pursue, along with a prospective certificate program. Additionally, in July of 2021, the VSU Center for Entrepreneurship received $453,000 from GO Virginia, a program funded by the Commonwealth of Virginia, for the creation of a Minority Small Business Leading Center to help early startup companies gain funding and assistance. This program is also targeted towards minority-led businesses.
[[File:VSU Business.png|thumb|An article detailing the grant given to VSU's Center for Entrepreneurship.]]

However, it is important to note that these opportunities (with the exception of Minor courses, certificate courses, and the pitch competition) are tailored towards those who ''already'' have a startup in place. Although maker and venture spaces are mentioned as part of the Minority Small Business Leading Center's resources, none have been initiated on-campus yet.
=='''According to Virginia State University's 2012 - 2014 Undergraduate Catalog, we offer the following undergraduate innovation or entrepreneurship courses / resources:'''==

*'''Reginald F. Lewis College of Business (RFLC):  MGMT 444 – Entrepreneurship and Small Business Mgmt'''. '''''(As an Elective)'''''

This  course  is  an  in-depth  analysis  of  the  entrepreneur’s  role  in  conceptualizing,   developing and  managing  small  business ventures.   Key personality and leadership traits of the entrepreneur are examined within the framework of risk-taking and new venture start-ups.  The course is also designed to expose students to the problems and opportunities inherent in establishing and managing a small business and the techniques employed in launching and sustaining a new venture.

Prerequisites:  COBU 301 AND COBU 302

*'''Reginald F. Lewis College of Business (RFLC): FINC 446 - Entrepreneurial Finance'''

This course examines small business start – up management with emphasis on financial decision-making for entrepreneurs, and the functions of investment banking institutions as they relate to small business capital acquisition and management. Also included are legal concerns and strategies for minority startup ventures. The case study method will be used.

Prerequisite: COBU 300 or equivalent

*'''<s>College of Agriculture:  AGEC 140 - Introduction to Agribusiness Entrepreneurship</s> (Replaced by AGEC 142 - Principles of Agric Economics)'''

<s>This is an introductory course for all agricultural majors that will focus on the importance of business to the food and agricultural sector. The course will explore the mechanics of developing a business plan, applying the principles of marketing, management and finance.</s>

* '''College of Agriculture: AGEC 142 - Principles of Agric Economics'''

This course explores the principles of economics as applied to the agriculture economy. The course highlights the agricultural development of the U.S.A. The course will also develop the concept of economics as a social science, as well as the fundamental principles explaining the behavior of major economic units such as the consumer and farm-firm; price determination in general; the concept of elasticity; and the characteristics of various market structures such as perfect competition, monopoly, and oligopoly. Students will be introduced to the application of economic principles to international trade, environmental management and agricultural policy.

*'''College of Agriculture:  AGEC 340 - Agribusiness Entrepreneurship. '''

This course takes students through the process of owning businesses, since owning a business is the dream of many Americans. This course examines several cases to help individuals translate their business dreams into reality.  While specific focus will be on agribusiness enterprises, a broad look at entrepreneurs in several industries will be adopted to give students a good picture of the entire business world and the opportunities and challenges entrepreneurs face. Using case study approach, businesses across several sectors (production, service, etc.) of the economy will be examined and analyzed to walk students through the business required to develop and present a business plan. The presentation will be evaluated by a panel of judges. The typical panel of judges includes loan officers, agribusiness analysts and entrepreneur/small business owners.

*'''College of Agriculture, Department of Family and Consumer Science:  FACS 342 Occupational Family and Consumer Sciences'''

This course of study focuses on planning, implementing and evaluating Family and Consumer Sciences occupational education programs in chosen areas of occupational endorsement. In addition, this course explores leadership theory and practice in relation to theories and processes of innovation and change. It includes the opportunity to explore leadership techniques relevant to change management, '''entrepreneurship''' and '''innovation'''. You will be encouraged to use your own experience in leadership roles to inform discussion, enquiry, critical thinking and reflection.

Prerequisites: DIET 221 Principles of Food Preparations, DIET 310 Human Nutrition, FCCS 301 Child Development

*'''College of Engineering, Science and Technology:  INLT 443 - Engineering and Technology Entrepreneurship.'''

This course covers concepts related to entrepreneurship relevant to engineering and technology applications. Major topics include entrepreneurial risk taking, startup strategies, innovative idea evaluation, business plan writing, financing and venture capital, managing growth and introducing and sustaining products and services. Through case studies and guest speakers, the course introduces students to the knowledge and skills needed to recognize and seize technological entrepreneurial opportunities.

Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing

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*<s>''' College of Humanities and Social Sciences,''' '''Department of Health, Physical Education Recreation and Dance - Minor: Sport Management (18 semester hours):'''</s> '''(Inactive)'''

<s>This minor prepares students for careers as '''entrepreneurs''', producers, advertisers, public relations specialists, fund developers, event managers, consultants, sales representatives, sports researchers, and corporate executives in the collegiate, amateur, and professional sports industries.</s>

* '''Honors College '''

As of August of 2021, the Honors Program has expanded into the Honors College. The Honors College is designed to meet the unique educational needs of Virginia State University’s academically talented and highly motivated undergraduate students. The primary goal of the Honors Program is to create and maintain a stimulating, supportive environment in which young scholars may engage in a wide range of challenging intellectual and creative pursuits. The program encourages the participation of all departments, fosters '''innovation''' and experimentation in undergraduate education, and supports University-wide cultural enrichment.

=='''According to the Virginia State University's 2012 - 2014 Graduate Catalog, we offer the following innovation or entrepreneurship courses:''' ==

* '''College of Engineering, Science and Technology: CSED 504 – Innovations in Distance Learning'''

The students will explore the latest innovations in "E - learning" technologies and environments as well as theoretical issues central to e-learning. The course will address online learning environments including online learning communities, communication and sharing tools, content creation tools, and communities of practice. Students will design and implement e-learning modules as pertinent to their content area.

==Randolph Farm- 416acre agriculture learning center==

The centerpiece of the farm is the Cooperative Extension Pavilion, which houses faculty and staff offices and laboratories; it also contains meeting areas that are frequented by members of the agricultural community sharing learned research and educational information.In addition to producing the region's traditional row crops, the farm is utilized for research and education in areas of new and niche crops, alternative cropping methods, horticultural crops, nutrient management, water quality, animal production, and aquaculture production.  [[File:VSU Randolph Farm.jpg|frame|VSU Randolph Farm.jpg]]

='''Actively supporting the university technology transfer function.''' =
Currently, Virginia State University does not have a technology transfer function that allows for commercialization.   Virginia State University has established  a research foundation with the hopes to taking over this functions.

='''Facilitating University-Industry Collaboration''' =

The following links are research alliances, collaborations, and partnerships that Virginia State has established: 

*[http://www.sura.org/home/index.html Southeastern Universities Research Association (SURA)]
*[http://www.orau.org/ Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)]
*[http://www.orau.org/university-partnerships/hbcu-mei-council.aspx Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority Education Institutions (HBCU/MEI) Council]
*[http://www.vascic.com/index.htm Virginia Advanced Shipbuilding and Carrier Integration Center (VASCIC)]
*[http://www.ccam-va.com/ Commonwealth Center For Advanced Manufacturing (CCAM)]
*[http://www.craterpdc.org/vlrc/ Virginia Logistics Research Center (VLRC)]
*[http://www.soc.aascu.org/ Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC)]

='''[[File:Virgnia State University Multipurpose Center.jpg|frame|Virgnia State University Multipurpose Center.jpg]]Engaging with regional and local economic development efforts''' =
<div>Calling the new facility “a symbol of unity,” Virginia State University President Keith T. Miller led a delegation of state, local and University officials and construction partners in the official Groundbreaking on VSU’s long-anticipated, $84 million Multipurpose Center. VSU’s Multipurpose Center will serve as the anchor for the University’s and  Chesterfield County’s partnership to revitalize the Ettrick area. A mixed-use residential and commercial corridor along Chesterfield Avenue will complement the new facility. The plans for growth are outlined in both VSU’s Master Plan and Chesterfield’s Comprehensive Plan. VSU anticipates the project taking 22 months to complete.VSU’s Multipurpose Center will be the only facility of its type between Richmond and Raleigh, NC and serve as a cultural hub for a wide swath of Southside Virginia. </div><div> </div>
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=Related Links=

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Virginia_State_University_Student_Priorities Virginia State University Student Priorities]

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3D0M6OOqXb0&feature=youtu.be Project Pitch]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Ulysses_Knight Ulysses Knight ]

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Reginald_Burroughs Reginald Burroughs]

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Ifre3976:

An article from Virginia State University's website giving details regarding the substantial grant for innovation.

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2021-10-28T22:29:58Z

Ifre3976 (talk | contribs) commented on "Virginia State University Online Platforms" (At Virginia State University, our main platform is Blackboard, where we can view all assignments, tests, course materials, and discussion...)

Resource talk:How to create a design thinking class for incoming first-year students

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== Design thinking classes are a great way to introduce incoming first-year students to innovation. ==

I think this is a great idea for incoming first-years! Having them participate in a design thinking class right at the beginning will allow them to find their passion and see if they could potentially be a good fit for UIF. Not only does it help them find a passion, it could very well be a new way to broaden their horizons as they develop deeper thinking skills. Opening their minds encourages them to enter into a new way of thinking that may not be standard in higher education. That will encourage change and more innovation on campus at an earlier age. It all starts with the key stakeholders such as students, faculty, and administration. If they get a large following of students it will be easier to talk to faculty and administration about implementing a new way of teaching class. Even a little demonstration class would help receive student interest on it.

== Ignite-Ideate-Design-Model-Product ==

yes i believe in the above stated procedure because when ever we wanted to create a design thinking class for the incoming first - year students i think we must include these things stated first we have to create a ignition of thought process and make them come up with a creative idea or a problem statement then ideate which means they have come with an idea which can solve the problem thought in the first stage then they must design it in a proper way and then create a sample model and finally it must lead to the development of a perfect and fruitful product. if we create a design thinking class for incoming students in this way this would be more interactive and engaging

== Introduction to problem-solving and human-centered design early on ==

Design thinking, especially when introduced to the student early on, instills innovative and human centered mindsets that will only benefit the student in the future. There is a lot of gravity in the importance of and educator seeing himself as a facilitator, as a learner, a resource. This serves the purpose of the student becoming the co-creator of his/her learning experience and designing something viable for a pre-existing need without judgement. Design thinking classes will change the dynamic between student and teacher transforming them both as learners; it will also make the student an initiator, a better leader, and a more empathetic person overall.
-Georgina F.

== Student Continuity ==

The creativity and innovation that design thinking provokes within students is very valuable. In reading what it takes to design a class, I liked the idea of having students return the following year to help. This continuity can bring a sense of community to the course. The hindsight knowledge that previous students can bring is valuable in sparking confidence and ideas in new students. The result of this design thinking opportunity with this trait gives the potential of creating an alumni network of growth and innovation.
-Julia Yaklich

== Early Exposure to Entrepreneurial Mindsets ==

This is a very beneficial way to introduce first-year students to ideas that could promote them to pursue their own business using design thinking methods of bringing creativity and innovation to their work. Early exposure to these things will also give them enough time to decide what they would like to achieve after graduation. - Isaiah Freeman

Resource talk:How to create a design thinking class for incoming first-year students

2021-10-28T22:17:43Z

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2021-10-28T22:09:22Z

Ifre3976 (talk | contribs) commented on "My Why" (I enjoy your WHY very much. I also agree with the concept of lifelong learning and that by traveling and forming connections with people...)