2021 Cohort
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edits
Changes
Added Strategic Priorities for 2021
= 2021 Strategic Priorities: =
== '''Strategy # 1: Entrepreneurial students are empowered, supported, and showcased through a central networking website''' ==
'''Tactic 1:''' Design and develop a web-enabled platform to facilitate cross-campus engagement and community growth. This website will act as an informational board and aid student entrepreneurs and innovators in garnering the exposure and visibility they need to compete in today's market. Additionally, it offers students, faculty, and the general public a new outlet they can consult while shopping. Not only will customers receive hand-made and often tailor-made products, they are directly supporting young entrepreneurs and indirectly supporting the university.
- Planning and meeting with appropriate faculty and students during Fall Quarter 2021
- Implementation in less than 1 year pending conclusion of planning phase. Expected implementation in Spring of 2022.<br == '''Strategy #2: Innovation and Entrepreneurship Night open to all Louisiana Tech students, faculty, and staff.''' =='''Tactic 1:''' Host an after-hours event at the College of Business or College of Engineering & Science to promote and encourage entrepreneurship and innovation. The event would be centered around the entrepreneurial spirit and innovative thinking. Possible facets of this event would include guest speakers, a student entrepreneur showcase to show off current entrepreneurial ventures taking place on-campus, hands-on I&E activities or games, an alumni entrepreneur testimonial panel with Q&A, and time for networking. Cumulatively, this night would increase awareness and interest in I&E while encouraging students to embrace the power in critical thinking and curiosity. '''Projected Timeline:''' - Planning and coordination with all key organizations and individuals during the 2021-2022 academic year -Following completion of the the planning phase, implementation of this event shall be conducted during the Spring of 2023 == '''Strategy #3: Innovation Workshops or Optional Events/>Classes for Louisiana Tech campus community''' =='''Tactic 1:''' Re-open the Thingery at Louisiana Tech University and create a list of programs to be offered to those attending or employed by Louisiana Tech University. The schedule of classes will be determined according to demand of participants. The intent of this program is to empower on-campus innovation and entrepreneurship while helping participants to cultivate new and useful skills and knowledge. '''Projected Timeline:''' - The planning and fundraising phase should conclude within the 2021-2022 academic year - Following the planning and fundraising phase, the implementation will commence and terminate when the classes begin in the Spring of 2023
=2020 Strategic Priorities: =
=<span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 28px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">2018 Student Priorities</span>=
==<span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 25.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Strategy #1 - Freshmen are exposed to I&E</span> ==
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-size: 14.66px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tactic 1</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-size: 14.66px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">- Incorporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship into the First Year Experience Course</span>
==<span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-size: 25.33px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Strategy #2 - I&E Organizations' significance is better communicated across campus</span></span> ==
<span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-size: 14.66px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tactic 1</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(102, 102, 102); font-size: 14.66px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">– Emphasize the importance of joining I&E organizations during a short lesson in the First Year Experience class.</span></span>