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School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:42:21Z

Umlhonors:

<div style="float: right; clear: right; ">[[File:UMass-Lowell-logo.png]]</div>
The University of Massachusetts Lowell (also known as UMass Lowell or UML) is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university public] [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_research_universities_in_the_United_States doctoral/research] university in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowell,_Massachusetts Lowell], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts Massachusetts], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States],and part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts University of Massachusetts] system. With more than 1,100 faculty members and more than 16,000 students, it is the largest university in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merrimack_Valley Merrimack Valley] and the second-largest public institution in the state behind UMass Amherst. The university offers more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health Sciences; College of Sciences; the Francis College of Engineering; the Graduate School of Education; and the Manning School of Business.

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The '''entrepreneurship concentration''' prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

=== Other Organizations ===

==== Entrepreneurial Ventures Association ====

==== Honors Ambassador Program ====

[http://www.umlhonors.com www.umlhonors.com]

=== Student Stories ===

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

==== Major Research Activity ====

==== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ====

==== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ====

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

==== Economic Development of Regions Department ====

==== Merrimack Valley Sandbox ====

==== Lowell Makes ====

==== Mill No.5  ====

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:40:12Z

Umlhonors:

<div style="float: right; clear: right; ">[[File:UMass-Lowell-logo.png]]</div>
The University of Massachusetts Lowell (also known as UMass Lowell or UML) is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university public] [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_research_universities_in_the_United_States doctoral/research] university in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowell,_Massachusetts Lowell], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts Massachusetts], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States],and part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts University of Massachusetts] system. With more than 1,100 faculty members and more than 16,000 students, it is the largest university in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merrimack_Valley Merrimack Valley] and the second-largest public institution in the state behind UMass Amherst. The university offers more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health Sciences; College of Sciences; the Francis College of Engineering; the Graduate School of Education; and the Manning School of Business.

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The '''entrepreneurship concentration''' prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

=== Other Organizations ===

==== Entrepreneurial Ventures Association ====

==== Honors Ambassador Program ====

=== Student Stories ===

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

==== Major Research Activity ====

==== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ====

==== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ====

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

==== Economic Development of Regions Department ====

==== Merrimack Valley Sandbox ====

==== Lowell Makes ====

==== Mill No.5  ====

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:39:49Z

Umlhonors:

<div style="float: right; clear: right; ">[[File:UMass-Lowell-logo.png]]</div>
The University of Massachusetts Lowell (also known as UMass Lowell or UML) is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university public] [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_research_universities_in_the_United_States doctoral/research] university in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowell,_Massachusetts Lowell], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts Massachusetts], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States],and part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts University of Massachusetts] system. With more than 1,100 faculty members and more than 16,000 students, it is the largest university in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merrimack_Valley Merrimack Valley] and the second-largest public institution in the state behind UMass Amherst. The university offers more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health Sciences; College of Sciences; the Francis College of Engineering; the Graduate School of Education; and the Manning School of Business.

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The '''entrepreneurship concentration''' prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

=== Other Organizations ===

==== Entrepreneurial Ventures Association ====

==== Honors Ambassador Program ====

=== Student Stories ===

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

==== Economic Development of Regions Department ====

==== Merrimack Valley Sandbox ====

==== Lowell Makes ====

==== Mill No.5  ====

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:39:05Z

Umlhonors:

<div style="float: right; clear: right; ">[[File:UMass-Lowell-logo.png]]</div>
The University of Massachusetts Lowell (also known as UMass Lowell or UML) is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university public] [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_research_universities_in_the_United_States doctoral/research] university in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowell,_Massachusetts Lowell], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts Massachusetts], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States],and part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts University of Massachusetts] system. With more than 1,100 faculty members and more than 16,000 students, it is the largest university in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merrimack_Valley Merrimack Valley] and the second-largest public institution in the state behind UMass Amherst. The university offers more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health Sciences; College of Sciences; the Francis College of Engineering; the Graduate School of Education; and the Manning School of Business.

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The '''entrepreneurship concentration''' prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

=== Other Organizations ===

==== Entrepreneurial Ventures Association ====

==== Honors Ambassador Program ====

=== Student Stories ===

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:34:44Z

Umlhonors:

<div style="float: right; clear: right; ">[[File:UMass-Lowell-logo.png]]</div>
The University of Massachusetts Lowell (also known as UMass Lowell or UML) is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university public] [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_research_universities_in_the_United_States doctoral/research] university in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowell,_Massachusetts Lowell], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts Massachusetts], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States],and part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts University of Massachusetts] system. With more than 1,100 faculty members and more than 16,000 students, it is the largest university in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merrimack_Valley Merrimack Valley] and the second-largest public institution in the state behind UMass Amherst. The university offers more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health Sciences; College of Sciences; the Francis College of Engineering; the Graduate School of Education; and the Manning School of Business.

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The '''entrepreneurship concentration''' prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

=== Other Organizations ===

=== Student Stories ===

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:34:07Z

Umlhonors:

<div style="float: right; clear: right; ">[[File:UMass-Lowell-logo.png]]</div>
The University of Massachusetts Lowell (also known as UMass Lowell or UML) is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university public] [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_research_universities_in_the_United_States doctoral/research] university in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowell,_Massachusetts Lowell], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts Massachusetts], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States],and part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts University of Massachusetts] system. With more than 1,100 faculty members and more than 16,000 students, it is the largest university in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merrimack_Valley Merrimack Valley] and the second-largest public institution in the state behind UMass Amherst. The university offers more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health Sciences; College of Sciences; the Francis College of Engineering; the Graduate School of Education; and the Manning School of Business.

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The '''entrepreneurship concentration''' prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

==== Other Organizations ====

==== Student Stories ====

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:33:44Z

Umlhonors:

<div style="float: right; clear: right; margin:10em;">[[File:UMass-Lowell-logo.png]]</div>
The University of Massachusetts Lowell (also known as UMass Lowell or UML) is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university public] [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_research_universities_in_the_United_States doctoral/research] university in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowell,_Massachusetts Lowell], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts Massachusetts], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States],and part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts University of Massachusetts] system. With more than 1,100 faculty members and more than 16,000 students, it is the largest university in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merrimack_Valley Merrimack Valley] and the second-largest public institution in the state behind UMass Amherst. The university offers more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health Sciences; College of Sciences; the Francis College of Engineering; the Graduate School of Education; and the Manning School of Business.

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The '''entrepreneurship concentration''' prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

==== Other Organizations ====

==== Student Stories ====

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:33:20Z

Umlhonors:

<div style="float: right; clear: right; margin-left: 10em; margin-right: 10em">[[File:UMass-Lowell-logo.png]]</div>
The University of Massachusetts Lowell (also known as UMass Lowell or UML) is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university public] [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_research_universities_in_the_United_States doctoral/research] university in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowell,_Massachusetts Lowell], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts Massachusetts], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States],and part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts University of Massachusetts] system. With more than 1,100 faculty members and more than 16,000 students, it is the largest university in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merrimack_Valley Merrimack Valley] and the second-largest public institution in the state behind UMass Amherst. The university offers more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health Sciences; College of Sciences; the Francis College of Engineering; the Graduate School of Education; and the Manning School of Business.

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The '''entrepreneurship concentration''' prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

==== Other Organizations ====

==== Student Stories ====

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:32:27Z

Umlhonors:

[[File:UMass-Lowell-logo.png]]The University of Massachusetts Lowell (also known as UMass Lowell or UML) is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university public] [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_research_universities_in_the_United_States doctoral/research] university in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowell,_Massachusetts Lowell], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts Massachusetts], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States],and part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts University of Massachusetts] system. With more than 1,100 faculty members and more than 16,000 students, it is the largest university in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merrimack_Valley Merrimack Valley] and the second-largest public institution in the state behind UMass Amherst.
The university offers more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health Sciences; College of Sciences; the Francis College of Engineering; the Graduate School of Education; and the Manning School of Business.

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The '''entrepreneurship concentration''' prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

==== Other Organizations ====

==== Student Stories ====

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:32:16Z

Umlhonors:

[[File:UMass-Lowell-logo.png]]The University of Massachusetts Lowell (also known as UMass Lowell or UML) is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university public] [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_research_universities_in_the_United_States doctoral/research] university in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowell,_Massachusetts Lowell], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts Massachusetts], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States],and part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts University of Massachusetts] system. With more than 1,100 faculty members and more than 16,000 students, it is the largest university in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merrimack_Valley Merrimack Valley] and the second-largest public institution in the state behind UMass Amherst.

The university offers more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health Sciences; College of Sciences; the Francis College of Engineering; the Graduate School of Education; and the Manning School of Business.

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The '''entrepreneurship concentration''' prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

==== Other Organizations ====

==== Student Stories ====

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:31:48Z

Umlhonors:

http://universityinnovation.org/images/0/02/UMass-Lowell-logo.png
The University of Massachusetts Lowell (also known as UMass Lowell or UML) is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university public] [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_research_universities_in_the_United_States doctoral/research] university in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowell,_Massachusetts Lowell], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts Massachusetts], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States],and part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts University of Massachusetts] system. With more than 1,100 faculty members and more than 16,000 students, it is the largest university in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merrimack_Valley Merrimack Valley] and the second-largest public institution in the state behind UMass Amherst.

The university offers more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health Sciences; College of Sciences; the Francis College of Engineering; the Graduate School of Education; and the Manning School of Business.

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The '''entrepreneurship concentration''' prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

==== Other Organizations ====

==== Student Stories ====

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:31:12Z

Umlhonors:

The University of Massachusetts Lowell (also known as UMass Lowell or UML) is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university public] [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_research_universities_in_the_United_States doctoral/research] university in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowell,_Massachusetts Lowell], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts Massachusetts], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States], and part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts University of Massachusetts] system. With more than 1,100 facultyhttp://universityinnovation.org/images/0/02/UMass-Lowell-logo.png members and more than 16,000 students, it is the largest university in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merrimack_Valley Merrimack Valley] and the second-largest public institution in the state behind UMass Amherst.
The university offers more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health Sciences; College of Sciences; the Francis College of Engineering; the Graduate School of Education; and the Manning School of Business.

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The '''entrepreneurship concentration''' prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

==== Other Organizations ====

==== Student Stories ====

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

File:UMass-Lowell-logo.png

2013-11-07T21:30:23Z

Umlhonors: Umlhonors uploaded a new version of "File:UMass-Lowell-logo.png"

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:29:02Z

Umlhonors:

[[File:UMass-Lowell-logo.png]]The University of Massachusetts Lowell (also known as UMass Lowell or UML) is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university public] [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_research_universities_in_the_United_States doctoral/research] university in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowell,_Massachusetts Lowell], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts Massachusetts], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States], and part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts University of Massachusetts] system. With more than 1,100 faculty members and more than 16,000 students, it is the largest university in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merrimack_Valley Merrimack Valley] and the second-largest public institution in the state behind UMass Amherst.
The university offers more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health Sciences; College of Sciences; the Francis College of Engineering; the Graduate School of Education; and the Manning School of Business.

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The '''entrepreneurship concentration''' prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

==== Other Organizations ====

==== Student Stories ====

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

File:UMass-Lowell-logo.png

2013-11-07T21:28:16Z

Umlhonors:

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:26:21Z

Umlhonors:

The University of Massachusetts Lowell (also known as UMass Lowell or UML) is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university public] [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_research_universities_in_the_United_States doctoral/research] university in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowell,_Massachusetts Lowell], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts Massachusetts], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States], and part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts University of Massachusetts] system. With more than 1,100 faculty members and more than 16,000 students, it is the largest university in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merrimack_Valley Merrimack Valley] and the second-largest public institution in the state behind UMass Amherst.

The university offers more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health Sciences; College of Sciences; the Francis College of Engineering; the Graduate School of Education; and the Manning School of Business.

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The '''entrepreneurship concentration''' prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

==== Other Organizations ====

==== Student Stories ====

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:24:40Z

Umlhonors:

The '''University of Massachusetts Lowell''' (also known as '''UMass Lowell''' or '''UML''') is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_university public] [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_research_universities_in_the_United_States doctoral/research] university in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lowell,_Massachusetts Lowell],[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massachusetts Massachusetts], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States], and part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts University of Massachusetts] system. With more than 1,100 faculty members and more than 16,000 students, it is the largest university in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merrimack_Valley Merrimack Valley] and the second-largest public institution in the state behind UMass Amherst.[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts_Lowell#cite_note-2 [2]] =

The university offers more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health Sciences; College of Sciences; the Francis College of Engineering; the Graduate School of Education; and the Manning School of Business.[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Massachusetts_Lowell#cite_note-3 [3]]

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The '''entrepreneurship concentration''' prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

==== Other Organizations ====

==== Student Stories ====

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:22:21Z

Umlhonors:

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The entrepreneurship concentration prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:

*Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. 
*Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. 
*Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". 
*Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.

The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:

#Starting a New Venture 
#Corporate Entrepreneurship 
#Managing Innovation 
#Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

==== Other Organizations ====

==== Student Stories ====

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:22:04Z

Umlhonors:

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

The entrepreneurship concentration prepares students to be an "outside of the box" thinker and innovator in today's complex global economy. Using an interdisciplinary focus, students who complete the concentration will:
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<li>Develop the management skills required to identify and launch new business ventures around innovative products, services and technologies. </li>
<li>Develop an understanding of the concepts and activities associated with entrepreneurship and innovation. </li>
<li>Understand the financial aspects of an entrepreneurial venture from start-up to "harvest". </li>
<li>Discover their individual "entrepreneurial spirit" through experiential learning in interdisciplinary classes and the College's Venture Lab.</li>
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The required courses within the Entrepreneurship concentration consist of:
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<li>Starting a New Venture </li>
<li>Corporate Entrepreneurship </li>
<li>Managing Innovation </li>
<li>Finance for Emerging Business Enterprises</li>
</ul>

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

==== Other Organizations ====

==== Student Stories ====

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:20:54Z

Umlhonors:

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

==== Other Organizations ====

==== Student Stories ====

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:20:22Z

Umlhonors:

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

*'''Digital Federal Credit Union Innovation Contest'''

*'''Creative Venture Competition'''

'''='''

==== Other Organizations ====

==== Student Stories ====

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:20:10Z

Umlhonors:

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:18:39Z

Umlhonors:

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

==== Other Organizations ====

==== Student Stories ====

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:17:38Z

Umlhonors:

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

=== Other Organizations ===

=== Student Stories ===

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:17:26Z

Umlhonors:

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

==

=== Other Organizations ===

=== Student Stories ===

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:17:10Z

Umlhonors:

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

==

===

=== Other Organizations ===

=== Student Stories ===

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:16:56Z

Umlhonors:

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

===

=== Other Organizations ===

=== Student Stories ===

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:16:42Z

Umlhonors:

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

=== Other Organizations ===

=== Student Stories ===

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:16:07Z

Umlhonors:

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:

*'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition – '''See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.
*''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.
*''''Freshman Make A Difference' –''' In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.
*'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students – '''The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.
*'''Campus Catalyst Competition – '''The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].

=== Other Organizations ===

=== Student Stories ===

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:15:16Z

Umlhonors:

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

=====
If you have an idea, enjoy thinking creatively and innovatively, want to solve a problem, start a new business or make a difference...DifferenceMakers is for YOU! All students are welcomed to make a difference at UMass Lowell, make a difference in the community and make a difference in society.

Through the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, along with affiliated faculty and other campus programs, the University is introducing a range of activities that help students make a difference in the world. Upcoming student activities include:
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'''DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition''' – See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.
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''''''Honors DifferenceMaker Program''' – In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.'''
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''''''Freshman Make A Difference''' – In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.'''
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'''DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students''' – The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.
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'''Campus Catalyst Competition''' – The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.[http://merrimackvalleysandbox.org/catalyst-programs-2/catalyst-programs Learn more].
</li>
</ul>
=====

=== Other Organizations ===

=== Student Stories ===

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:13:13Z

Umlhonors:

= '''Overview - A Campus on the Move''' =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

=== Coursework ===

=== Departments and Programs ===

==== Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship ====

===== DifferenceMaker $25k Student Competition =====

See a problem? Want to solve it? Put together a UMass Lowell student team, present an innovative solution and compete for $25,000 in cash and prizes.

===== Honors DifferenceMaker Program =====

In collaboration with UMass Lowell Honors Program, this concerted effort to embed elements of social entrepreneurship in our Honors Program includes coursework and community-based student efforts.

===== Freshman Make A Difference =====

In collaboration with UMass Lowell Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership and Residence Life Offices, this a year-long effort aims to engage freshmen in solving local and regional problems through entrepreneurial action.

===== DifferenceMaker Enterprise Co-op Students =====

The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship will recruit and sponsor DifferenceMaker Co-op students who will assist in the implementation of DifferenceMaker activities and programs.

===== Campus Catalyst Competition =====

The Merrimack Valley Sandbox supports student teams with innovative ideas. An initial grant of $500 plus support and growth opportunities are provided to the most promising projects.

=== Other Organizations ===

=== Student Stories ===

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

Coming soon

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:08:36Z

Umlhonors:

= Overview - A Campus on the Move =

Coming soon

= '''Student Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

== Coursework ==

== Departments and Programs ==

== Organizations ==

= '''Faculty Entrepreneurship''' =

Coming soon

= '''University Entrepreneurship''' =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

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

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== Center for Industrial Competitiveness ===

= '''Regional and Local Economic Development''' =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= '''Deep-Dive Questions''' =

= Coming soon =

= '''Future Efforts''' =

Coming soon

= '''Conclusion''' =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:06:33Z

Umlhonors:

= Overview - A Campus on the Move =

Coming soon

= Student Entrepreneurship =

Coming soon

== Coursework ==

== Programs ==

== Organizations ==

= Faculty Entrepreneurship =

Coming soon

= University Entrepreneurship =

=== Creative New Academic Programs ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

= University-Industry Collaboration =

=== Major Research Activity ===

=== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Property ===

=== '''Center for Industrial Competitiveness''' ===

= Regional and Local Economic Development =

=== Economic Development of Regions ===

= Deep-Dive Questions =

= Coming soon =

= Future Efforts =

Coming soon

= Conclusion =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T21:01:28Z

Umlhonors:

= Overview - A Campus on the Move =

Coming soon

= Student Entrepreneurship =

Coming soon

== Coursework ==

== Programs ==

== Organizations ==

= Faculty Entrepreneurship =

Coming soon

= University Entrepreneurship =

=== Creative New Academic Program ===

=== Entrepreneurial Capital Projects and Acquisitions ===

==== Emerging Technology and Innovation Center ====

==== Health and Social Sciences Building ====

= University-Industry Collaboration =

==== Office of Commercial Ventures and Intellectual Pr ====

= Regional and Local Economic Development =

Coming soon

= Deep-Dive Questions =

= Coming soon =

= Future Efforts =

Coming soon

= Conclusion =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T20:57:17Z

Umlhonors:

= Overview - A Campus on the Move =

Coming soon

= Student Entrepreneurship =

Coming soon

== Programs, Conferences, & Competitions ==

'''Startups'''

*Coming soon

= Faculty Entrepreneurship =

Coming soon

= The Entrepreneurial Mindset =

Coming soon

= University-Industry Collaboration =

Coming soon

= Regional and Local Economic Development =

Coming soon

= Deep-Dive Questions =

= Coming soon =

= Future Efforts =

Coming soon

= Conclusion =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T19:53:06Z

Umlhonors:

= Overview =

Coming soon

= Student Entrepreneurship =

Coming soon

== Programs, Conferences, & Competitions ==

'''Startups'''

*Coming soon

= Faculty Entrepreneurship =

Coming soon

= The Entrepreneurial Mindset =

Coming soon

= University-Industry Collaboration =

Coming soon

= Regional and Local Economic Development =

Coming soon

= Deep-Dive Questions =

= Coming soon =

= Future Efforts =

Coming soon

= Conclusion =

Coming soon

[[Category:Deep Dives|Deep_Dives]] [[Category:Universities]]

School:University of Massachusetts Lowell

2013-11-07T15:44:34Z

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