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Priorities:Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts Student Priorities

2018-02-14T15:14:25Z

Jdg:

= The Five Step Strategy for Lucerne University =

 We have encountered three priorities that we will develop over the coming semesters to promote Innovation & Entrepreneurship at Lucerne University.

=== '''Venture Capital Movement''' ===

[[File:Screen Shot 2018-02-14 at 12.45.57.png]]

We are building a Venture Capital Fund that helps students to get funding for their idea. At the same time, the get the chance to experience and learn about Lean Startup while invest the won budget during a startup course at University.

''The Plan To Action:''

''1. Refine / Polish the idea and gain insights about the expectations of the target group''

''2. Setup a communication strategy with Website and Flyers to validate the interest and inform stakeholders''

''3. Get in touch with faculty to discuss options of development and to gain the funding needed''

''4. Recruit the needed commitee for the VC Fund''

''5. Contact sponsors for collaboration''

 ''[[File:Screen Shot 2018-02-14 at 12.47.27.png]]''

=== '''Startup Ecosystem Map Switzerand''' ===

We help students and entrepreneurs in Switzerland to find the resources within our ecosystem by providing them with a map that not only shows all the assets, but also puts them in a chronological relevance. What does the Swiss startup ecosystem offer in terms of incubation? What in terms of funding? Where can you go to to get your funding? 

''The Plan To Action:''

''1. Research on current offerings''

''2. Find the assets that would be relevant for the Ecosystem Map''

''3. Build MVP / Mockup for the map with easy tools''

''4. Gain attention from the stakeholders''

''5. What is the business model? How do we assure the right data?''

=== '''The Student Project Platform''' ===

We are building a platform that helps students to find projects for their final thesis on master and bachelor (undergraduate / graduate) level. 

''The Plan To Action:''

''1. Get support from the board of directors from our campus''

''2. Find a easy way to integrate the platform into our current university ecosystem''

''3. Do a first test run for projects in February 2019''

''4. Track the results and get more funding for next iteration''

Link to Storytelling Video:

https://youtu.be/M53lmpesKJw

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School:Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts

2018-01-24T12:20:46Z

Jdg:

'''Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts'''(German: '''''Hochschule Luzern''''') (HSLU) is a Swiss public university with campuses in Lucerne, Horw and Zug.



'''Promoting student innovation and entrepreneurship:'''

At the Lucerne University, innovation and entrepreneurship is mostly promoted by a cross-departmental organization called Smartup ([https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/) https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/)], which gives the students the tools to invent, build and spin-out their business idea. Furthermore, Smartup offers several open spaces where students have access to mentors, toolboxes and promotional events ([https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/angebot-fuer-studierende/) https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/angebot-fuer-studierende/)]. In addition, these spaces serve as a place where venture capitalists and students come together to realize business ideas.

The students that want more exposure to innovation and entrepreneurship, can find several offers on the Lucernce University campus, such as the student initiated projects, namely Future Forum Lucerne ([http://www.futureforum.ch/) http://www.futureforum.ch/)], the club Innovatis ([https://www.innovatis-club.ch/) https://www.innovatis-club.ch/)], Women in Business ([https://www.hslu.ch/de-ch/wirtschaft/agenda/veranstaltungen/2018/02/27/womens-business-lunch/ https://www.hslu.ch/de-ch/wirtschaft/agenda/veranstaltungen/2018/02/27/womens-business-lunch/]) or TEDxLucerne University ([http://tedxhochschuleluzern.com/) http://tedxhochschuleluzern.com/)]. These projects serve as a base for networking and learning.

 

'''Encouraging faculty innovation and entrepreneurship:'''

Maybe the question should be: how can innovation and entrepreneurship be taught in university modules, when the faculty body does not have the mindset needed?

At the Lucerne University, faculty member are not excluded from participating in innovation and entrepreneurship programs that are offered on campus. Due to the presence of innovation and entrepreneurship modules, there is a high level of expertise, regarding those topics. Consequently, our faculty members possess the necessary abilities and mindset to promote these invaluable assets.

 

'''Actively supporting the university technology transfer function:'''

As of January 24, 2018, the Lucerne University does not have a technology transfer office.

'''Facilitating university-industry collaboration:'''

Smartup, the Lucerne University organization previously mentioned above, has already supported multiple spin-offs, especially including startups in the engineering and digital marketing industry. In addition, Smartup supports student entrepreneurs in the crucial phase of spinning out their business, by supporting them in with their team match making data base ([https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/suche-biete-an/) https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/suche-biete-an/)].

'''Engaging with regional and local economic development efforts:'''

The Lucerne University cherishes its industry partnerships to share its knowledge with them to partake in regional and local economic development. The University’s industry partners include well-known organizations, such as the city of Lucerne, Swiss Tourism as well as the VBL (Lucerne’s public transportation organization) and VBZ (Zurich’s public transportation organization.

[[Category:Universities]]

School:Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts

2018-01-24T12:20:28Z

Jdg:

''''''[[File:HSLU LOGO.png]]

'''Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts'''(German: '''''Hochschule Luzern''''') (HSLU) is a Swiss public university with campuses in Lucerne, Horw and Zug.



'''Promoting student innovation and entrepreneurship:'''

At the Lucerne University, innovation and entrepreneurship is mostly promoted by a cross-departmental organization called Smartup ([https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/) https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/)], which gives the students the tools to invent, build and spin-out their business idea. Furthermore, Smartup offers several open spaces where students have access to mentors, toolboxes and promotional events ([https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/angebot-fuer-studierende/) https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/angebot-fuer-studierende/)]. In addition, these spaces serve as a place where venture capitalists and students come together to realize business ideas.

The students that want more exposure to innovation and entrepreneurship, can find several offers on the Lucernce University campus, such as the student initiated projects, namely Future Forum Lucerne ([http://www.futureforum.ch/) http://www.futureforum.ch/)], the club Innovatis ([https://www.innovatis-club.ch/) https://www.innovatis-club.ch/)], Women in Business ([https://www.hslu.ch/de-ch/wirtschaft/agenda/veranstaltungen/2018/02/27/womens-business-lunch/ https://www.hslu.ch/de-ch/wirtschaft/agenda/veranstaltungen/2018/02/27/womens-business-lunch/]) or TEDxLucerne University ([http://tedxhochschuleluzern.com/) http://tedxhochschuleluzern.com/)]. These projects serve as a base for networking and learning.

 

'''Encouraging faculty innovation and entrepreneurship:'''

Maybe the question should be: how can innovation and entrepreneurship be taught in university modules, when the faculty body does not have the mindset needed?

At the Lucerne University, faculty member are not excluded from participating in innovation and entrepreneurship programs that are offered on campus. Due to the presence of innovation and entrepreneurship modules, there is a high level of expertise, regarding those topics. Consequently, our faculty members possess the necessary abilities and mindset to promote these invaluable assets.

 

'''Actively supporting the university technology transfer function:'''

As of January 24, 2018, the Lucerne University does not have a technology transfer office.

'''Facilitating university-industry collaboration:'''

Smartup, the Lucerne University organization previously mentioned above, has already supported multiple spin-offs, especially including startups in the engineering and digital marketing industry. In addition, Smartup supports student entrepreneurs in the crucial phase of spinning out their business, by supporting them in with their team match making data base ([https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/suche-biete-an/) https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/suche-biete-an/)].

'''Engaging with regional and local economic development efforts:'''

The Lucerne University cherishes its industry partnerships to share its knowledge with them to partake in regional and local economic development. The University’s industry partners include well-known organizations, such as the city of Lucerne, Swiss Tourism as well as the VBL (Lucerne’s public transportation organization) and VBZ (Zurich’s public transportation organization.

[[Category:Universities]]

File:HSLU LOGO.png

2018-01-24T12:18:39Z

Jdg:

School:Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts

2018-01-24T12:15:08Z

Jdg:

'''Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts'''(German: '''''Hochschule Luzern''''') (HSLU) is a Swiss public university with campuses in Lucerne, Horw and Zug. 



'''Promoting student innovation and entrepreneurship:'''

At the Lucerne University, innovation and entrepreneurship is mostly promoted by a cross-departmental organization called Smartup ([https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/) https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/)], which gives the students the tools to invent, build and spin-out their business idea. Furthermore, Smartup offers several open spaces where students have access to mentors, toolboxes and promotional events ([https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/angebot-fuer-studierende/) https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/angebot-fuer-studierende/)]. In addition, these spaces serve as a place where venture capitalists and students come together to realize business ideas.

The students that want more exposure to innovation and entrepreneurship, can find several offers on the Lucernce University campus, such as the student initiated projects, namely Future Forum Lucerne ([http://www.futureforum.ch/) http://www.futureforum.ch/)], the club Innovatis ([https://www.innovatis-club.ch/) https://www.innovatis-club.ch/)], Women in Business ([https://www.hslu.ch/de-ch/wirtschaft/agenda/veranstaltungen/2018/02/27/womens-business-lunch/ https://www.hslu.ch/de-ch/wirtschaft/agenda/veranstaltungen/2018/02/27/womens-business-lunch/]) or TEDxLucerne University ([http://tedxhochschuleluzern.com/) http://tedxhochschuleluzern.com/)]. These projects serve as a base for networking and learning.

 

'''Encouraging faculty innovation and entrepreneurship:'''

Maybe the question should be: how can innovation and entrepreneurship be taught in university modules, when the faculty body does not have the mindset needed?

At the Lucerne University, faculty member are not excluded from participating in innovation and entrepreneurship programs that are offered on campus. Due to the presence of innovation and entrepreneurship modules, there is a high level of expertise, regarding those topics. Consequently, our faculty members possess the necessary abilities and mindset to promote these invaluable assets.

 

'''Actively supporting the university technology transfer function:'''

As of January 24, 2018, the Lucerne University does not have a technology transfer office.

'''Facilitating university-industry collaboration:'''

Smartup, the Lucerne University organization previously mentioned above, has already supported multiple spin-offs, especially including startups in the engineering and digital marketing industry. In addition, Smartup supports student entrepreneurs in the crucial phase of spinning out their business, by supporting them in with their team match making data base ([https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/suche-biete-an/) https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/suche-biete-an/)].

'''Engaging with regional and local economic development efforts:'''

The Lucerne University cherishes its industry partnerships to share its knowledge with them to partake in regional and local economic development. The University’s industry partners include well-known organizations, such as the city of Lucerne, Swiss Tourism as well as the VBL (Lucerne’s public transportation organization) and VBZ (Zurich’s public transportation organization.

[[Category:Universities]]

School:Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts

2018-01-24T12:11:42Z

Jdg:

[[Category:Universities]] 

'''Promoting student innovation and entrepreneurship:'''

At the Lucerne University, innovation and entrepreneurship is mostly promoted by a cross-departmental organization called Smartup ([https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/) https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/)], which gives the students the tools to invent, build and spin-out their business idea. Furthermore, Smartup offers several open spaces where students have access to mentors, toolboxes and promotional events ([https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/angebot-fuer-studierende/) https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/angebot-fuer-studierende/)]. In addition, these spaces serve as a place where venture capitalists and students come together to realize business ideas. 

The students that want more exposure to innovation and entrepreneurship, can find several offers on the Lucernce University campus, such as the student initiated projects, namely Future Forum Lucerne ([http://www.futureforum.ch/) http://www.futureforum.ch/)], the club Innovatis ([https://www.innovatis-club.ch/) https://www.innovatis-club.ch/)], Women in Business ([https://www.hslu.ch/de-ch/wirtschaft/agenda/veranstaltungen/2018/02/27/womens-business-lunch/ https://www.hslu.ch/de-ch/wirtschaft/agenda/veranstaltungen/2018/02/27/womens-business-lunch/]) or TEDxLucerne University ([http://tedxhochschuleluzern.com/) http://tedxhochschuleluzern.com/)]. These projects serve as a base for networking and learning.

 

'''Encouraging faculty innovation and entrepreneurship:'''

Maybe the question should be: how can innovation and entrepreneurship be taught in university modules, when the faculty body does not have the mindset needed? 

At the Lucerne University, faculty member are not excluded from participating in innovation and entrepreneurship programs that are offered on campus. Due to the presence of innovation and entrepreneurship modules, there is a high level of expertise, regarding those topics. Consequently, our faculty members possess the necessary abilities and mindset to promote these invaluable assets.

 

'''Actively supporting the university technology transfer function:'''

As of January 24, 2018, the Lucerne University does not have a technology transfer office. 

 

'''Facilitating university-industry collaboration:'''

Smartup, the Lucerne University organization previously mentioned above, has already supported multiple spin-offs, especially including startups in the engineering and digital marketing industry. In addition, Smartup supports student entrepreneurs in the crucial phase of spinning out their business, by supporting them in with their team match making data base ([https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/suche-biete-an/) https://blog.hslu.ch/smart-up/angebot-2/suche-biete-an/)]. 

 

'''Engaging with regional and local economic development efforts:'''

The Lucerne University cherishes its industry partnerships to share its knowledge with them to partake in regional and local economic development. The University’s industry partners include well-known organizations, such as the city of Lucerne, Swiss Tourism as well as the VBL (Lucerne’s public transportation organization) and VBZ (Zurich’s public transportation organization.

Fellow:Jonathan Grubenmann

2018-01-12T09:10:06Z

Jdg:

[[File:Johnny Round.png|thumb|center]]

Jonathan Grubenmann is pursuing his Bachelor's Degree in Design Management (also refered to as Strategic Design) at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences & Arts in Switzerland, Europe. He had chosen the above course of studies due to the global economy’s increasing interest for and understanding of strategic design. In combination with his prior KV Zurich Busniess School education, Jonathan is able to implement his knowledge in a logical and economical fashion.

In addition, Jonathan has been able to partake in a variety of projects, as he is known to be someone who can handle a lot of pressure. At his current workplace, a strategic consulting firm for companies  located in Zurich, Switzerland, Jonathan's superiors encourage his entrepreneurial spirit and therefore gave him the opportunity to function on a strategic level of the company. His most recent successes in the company include helping to refine and strengthen the company's vision, strategy and brand as well as developing their new service product TAMANDUA SIGMA™ and polishing the companies skill set by facilitating internal workshops.

When Jonathan is not skateboarding at contests for his sponsor, Blue Tomato, Europe, the topics he explore during his free-time include Innovation, Lean Startup, Design Thinking, Branding and Human-Centered Design.

[[Category:Student Contributors]]

Fellow:Jonathan Grubenmann

2018-01-12T09:06:52Z

Jdg: Created page with "[http://universityinnovation.org/images/f/fe/Johnny_Round.png http://universityinnovation.org/images/f/fe/Johnny_Round.png] Jonathan Grubenmann is pursuing his Bachelor's Deg..."

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Jonathan Grubenmann is pursuing his Bachelor's Degree in Design Management (also refered to as Strategic Design) at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences & Arts in Switzerland, Europe. He had chosen the above course of studies due to the global economy’s increasing interest for and understanding of strategic design. In combination with his prior KV Zurich Busniess School education, Jonathan is able to implement his knowledge in a logical and economical fashion.

In addition, Jonathan has been able to partake in a variety of projects, as he is known to be someone who can handle a lot of pressure. At his current workplace, a strategic consulting firm for companies  located in Zurich, Switzerland, Jonathan's superiors encourage his entrepreneurial spirit and therefore gave him the opportunity to function on a strategic level of the company. His most recent successes in the company include helping to refine and strengthen the company's vision, strategy and brand as well as developing their new service product TAMANDUA SIGMA™ and polishing the companies skill set by facilitating internal workshops.

When Jonathan is not skateboarding at contests for his sponsor, Blue Tomato, Europe, the topics he explore during his free-time include Innovation, Lean Startup, Design Thinking, Branding and Human-Centered Design.

[[Category:Student Contributor]]

File:Johnny Round.png

2018-01-12T09:02:36Z

Jdg:

Organization:Kickstarter

2018-01-12T08:39:21Z

Jdg: Grammar

= Overview =

[[File:Kickstarter.jpg|border|Kickstarter.jpg]]

Kickstarter is a funding platform for creative projects. Everything from films, games, and music to art, design, and technology. Kickstarter is full of ambitious, innovative, and imaginative projects that are brought to life through the direct support of others.

Since their launch on April 28, 2009, over $850 million has been pledged by more than [http://www.kickstarter.com/blog/five-million-backers 5 million people], funding more than 50,000 creative projects. 

= Purpose =

=== "Our mission is to help bring creative projects to life." ===

Kickstarter is an independent company of 75 people based in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, New York City. They spend their time making Kickstarter a little bit better every day by answering questions from backers and creators as well as finding new projects to share. If a project is successfully funded an apa 5% fee is applied to the funds collected.

At Kickstarter, they believe that creative projects make for a better world and they are thrilled to help support new ones. Building a community of backers around an idea is an amazing way to make something new.

= Distinct Differences From Other Offereings =

Thousands of creative projects are funding on Kickstarter at any given moment. Each project is independently created and crafted by the person behind it. The filmmakers, musicians, artists, and designers you see on Kickstarter have complete control and responsibility over their projects. They spend weeks building their project pages, shooting their videos, and brainstorming what rewards to offer backers. When they're ready, creators launch their project and share it with their community.

Every project creator sets their project's funding goal and deadline. If people like the project, they can pledge money to make it happen. If the project succeeds in reaching its funding goal, all backers' credit cards are charged when time expires. If the project falls short, no one is charged. Funding on Kickstarter is all-or-nothing.

=== Why is funding all-or-nothing? ===
<div class="faq_answer" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, 'Liberation Sans', FreeSans, sans-serif; line-height: 24px; font-size: 16px; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(18, 26, 13)">
All-or-nothing funding is a core part of Kickstarter and it has a number of advantages:

''It's less risk for everyone.'' If you need $5,000, it's tough having $1,000 and a bunch of people expecting you to complete a $5,000 project. 

''It motivates.'' If people want to see a project come to life, they're going to spread the word.   

''It works. ''Of the projects that have reached 20% of their funding goal, 81% were successfully funded. Of the projects that have reached 60% of their funding goal, 98% were successfully funded. Projects either make their goal or find little support. There's little in-between.

To date, an incredible 44% of projects have reached their funding goals.
</div>
=== Kickstarter Live ===

In addition, Kickstarter now offers a further option for creators that they call “Kickstarter Live”. With this new feature, creators may offer a live feed for their backers and/or potential backers on their page. While using Kickstarter Live, creators can, for example, show their backers a new stage of their work or process. According to Kickstarter, this feature was added to their website to bring communities closer together.

= Impact Achieved For Students and Campus =

==== California State University, Bakersfield ====

The [https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1536850207/martin-luther-king-jr-sculpture-on-campus/creator_bio Csub Arts Humanities Matter] were looking to bring a Visiting Sculptor from the Ivory Coast to work with their students to create a sculpture of MLK for our campus. They achieved rheir $3,900 goal thanks to Kickstarter. You can check the story out [https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1536850207/martin-luther-king-jr-sculpture-on-campus?ref=search here].

==== Rutgers University ====

===== "Muckgers: Rutgers campus media for a new generation" =====

Muckgers.com is a Rutgers University-based online publishing platform for student journalists, retooled for the 21st century. Combining a focus on context-driven, investigative stories with the use of new and exciting media, Muckgers' goal is two-pronged: to serve as a premier outlet for Rutgers-related news and analysis on the one hand, while simultaneously redefining the way we approach campus media on the other. Thanks to Kickstarter, they were able to surpass their $450 goal. You can check their story out [https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1636599406/muckgers-rutgers-campus-media-for-a-new-generation?ref=search here].

==== Northwestern University  ====

The Niteskool Music Video is an annual project at Northwestern University in which over fifty students come together to make a professional quality music video for a student band. This year the Niteskool Music Video Artist is ''Young Jesus'', a local Chicago band that just released their debut album, "Home." The track featured in the video is entitled "Fallin' For You," and the entire album is available for whatever amount you can afford to pay [http://whoisyoungjesus.com/coming-soon/debut-full-length-album-home here]. Thanks to Kickstarter, Niteskool Productions was able to successfully fund their project. You can check their story out [https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1910504484/niteskool-music-video-2012?ref=search here].

= Steps Required To Bring Resources To Campus =

The great thing about Kickstarter is that is is open to everyone. Projects on  come from artists, designers, and creative people all over. They may be modest or ambitious, new ideas, or classic ideas with a twist. Every project is unique and is something that someone wants to exist in the world. 75% of submissions have been accepted. If you’re doing a [http://www.kickstarter.com/help/faq/creator+questions#faq_62973 creative project], you’re good. If you’re unsure whether your idea would make sense for Kickstarter, [http://www.kickstarter.com/contact get in touch]. They will be happy to help.

The categories with the lowest acceptance rates are Design, Food, and Technology. That's because they're also the broadest categories. Their names alone encompass pretty much everything in the known universe, so we have a few additional guidelines to define what they mean on Kickstarter.

= Contact Information =

Have questions that weren't answered here? More Frequently Asked Questions are available for both [http://www.kickstarter.com/help/faq/creator%20questions creators] and [http://www.kickstarter.com/help/faq/backer%20questions backers]. If you're a member of the press looking to reach Kickstarter, you can visit the [http://kickstarter.com/press Pressroom] for lots of great resources or email [http://mailto:press@kickstarter.com/ press@kickstarter.com] directly. If you'd like support for a specific issue, you can also reach out to the Kickstarter Community Support team directly [http://www.kickstarter.com/contact here]. Thanks!

[[Category:Resources]]

Organization:Kickstarter

2018-01-12T08:38:23Z

Jdg: Added Kickstarter Live

= Overview =

[[File:Kickstarter.jpg|border|Kickstarter.jpg]]

Kickstarter is a funding platform for creative projects. Everything from films, games, and music to art, design, and technology. Kickstarter is full of ambitious, innovative, and imaginative projects that are brought to life through the direct support of others.

Since their launch on April 28, 2009, over $850 million has been pledged by more than [http://www.kickstarter.com/blog/five-million-backers 5 million people], funding more than 50,000 creative projects. 

= Purpose =

=== "Our mission is to help bring creative projects to life." ===

Kickstarter is an independent company of 75 people based in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. They spend their time making Kickstarter a little bit better every day, answering questions from backers and creators, and finding new projects to share. If a project is successfully funded, apa 5% fee is applied to the funds collected.

At Kickstarter, they believe that creative projects make for a better world, and they thrilled to help support new ones. Building a community of backers around an idea is an amazing way to make something new.

= Distinct Differences From Other Offereings =

Thousands of creative projects are funding on Kickstarter at any given moment. Each project is independently created and crafted by the person behind it. The filmmakers, musicians, artists, and designers you see on Kickstarter have complete control and responsibility over their projects. They spend weeks building their project pages, shooting their videos, and brainstorming what rewards to offer backers. When they're ready, creators launch their project and share it with their community.

Every project creator sets their project's funding goal and deadline. If people like the project, they can pledge money to make it happen. If the project succeeds in reaching its funding goal, all backers' credit cards are charged when time expires. If the project falls short, no one is charged. Funding on Kickstarter is all-or-nothing.

=== Why is funding all-or-nothing? ===
<div class="faq_answer" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, 'Liberation Sans', FreeSans, sans-serif; line-height: 24px; font-size: 16px; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(18, 26, 13)">
All-or-nothing funding is a core part of Kickstarter and it has a number of advantages:

''It's less risk for everyone.'' If you need $5,000, it's tough having $1,000 and a bunch of people expecting you to complete a $5,000 project. 

''It motivates.'' If people want to see a project come to life, they're going to spread the word.   

''It works. ''Of the projects that have reached 20% of their funding goal, 81% were successfully funded. Of the projects that have reached 60% of their funding goal, 98% were successfully funded. Projects either make their goal or find little support. There's little in-between.

To date, an incredible 44% of projects have reached their funding goals.
</div>
=== Kickstarter Live ===

In addition, Kickstarter now offers a further option for creators that they call “Kickstarter Live”. With this new feature, creators may offer a live feed for their backers and/or potential backers on their page. While using Kickstarter Live, creators can, for example, show their backers a new stage of their work or process. According to Kickstarter, this feature was added to their website to bring communities closer together.

= Impact Achieved For Students and Campus =

==== California State University, Bakersfield ====

The [https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1536850207/martin-luther-king-jr-sculpture-on-campus/creator_bio Csub Arts Humanities Matter] were looking to bring a Visiting Sculptor from the Ivory Coast to work with their students to create a sculpture of MLK for our campus. They achieved rheir $3,900 goal thanks to Kickstarter. You can check the story out [https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1536850207/martin-luther-king-jr-sculpture-on-campus?ref=search here].

==== Rutgers University ====

===== "Muckgers: Rutgers campus media for a new generation" =====

Muckgers.com is a Rutgers University-based online publishing platform for student journalists, retooled for the 21st century. Combining a focus on context-driven, investigative stories with the use of new and exciting media, Muckgers' goal is two-pronged: to serve as a premier outlet for Rutgers-related news and analysis on the one hand, while simultaneously redefining the way we approach campus media on the other. Thanks to Kickstarter, they were able to surpass their $450 goal. You can check their story out [https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1636599406/muckgers-rutgers-campus-media-for-a-new-generation?ref=search here].

==== Northwestern University  ====

The Niteskool Music Video is an annual project at Northwestern University in which over fifty students come together to make a professional quality music video for a student band. This year the Niteskool Music Video Artist is ''Young Jesus'', a local Chicago band that just released their debut album, "Home." The track featured in the video is entitled "Fallin' For You," and the entire album is available for whatever amount you can afford to pay [http://whoisyoungjesus.com/coming-soon/debut-full-length-album-home here]. Thanks to Kickstarter, Niteskool Productions was able to successfully fund their project. You can check their story out [https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1910504484/niteskool-music-video-2012?ref=search here].

= Steps Required To Bring Resources To Campus =

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