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To allow explorations in entrepreneurship, the institution provides spaces like the Innovation Center, a room ideally structured for design thinking projects. The center exposes students to the more "hands-on" practical aspects of business and prototyping as it is stocked with 3D printers, laser cutter, sewing machines, etc.
Menlo College Office of Career Services hosts a number of career-orientated workshops, such as how to create a cover letter and resume workshop to learning how to set up a Linkedin profile; these are just a few of the events Menlo College offers to support entrepreneurship in their students. In addition, this was the first year Menlo participated in the Hult Prize competition, a start-up accelerator for social entrepreneurship. With the success of this competition, Menlo College is looking to expand on-campus challenges. Moreover Menlo College has a Living Learning Dorm for Creativity and Innovation.
-The entrepreneurial spirit at Menlo College is further exemplified by active student clubs: like OIC, (Oak's Innovation Club) and E&I(Entrepreneurship & Innovation), which serve as platforms for students to network, collaborate, and further their entrepreneurial pursuits. Moreover, Menlo College students, with the support and mentorship of faculty, have successfully organized three impactful Startup Weekends. Notably, in November 2020, Menlo College hosted the virtual Startup Weekend Silicon Valley Womxn, drawing participation from a diverse group of over 100 enthusiastic attendees. These initiatives highlight the vibrant entrepreneurial culture at Menlo College, where students are empowered to turn their innovative ideas into reality with the backing of a supportive community.
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Menlo College students, with the support of faculty, have organized three successful Startup weekends. In November 2020, Menlo hosted, virtually, Startup Weekend Silicon Valley Womxn. More than 100 people attended. <br /> =='''Faculty =='''
The economic development in the surrounding areas of campus have shown a strong trend of growth in the past 5 years but there's low accesibility for students to take advantage and get involved. Menlo College itself as an institution is now playing catch up in comparison to surrounding organizations. Menlo College can be doing a lot more in the aspect of connecting students to more resources in the area, whether that be for conferences, lectures, company tours, etc. The focus on secured employment and internships on campus is beginning to overshadow the school's original entrepreneurial potential. As University Innovation Fellows it's our responsibility to remind the school of it's origins and innovative mentality. ==Related Links==
==Entrepreneurship & Innovation on Campus==
In terms of academics, Menlo College offers its students the opportunity to major and minor in Entrepreneurship & Innovation. The Entrepreneurship program focuses on building student's understanding of design thinking, ability to produce effective business plans and sharpens their public speaking and oral communication skills.
To facilitate hands-on exploration and innovation in the field of entrepreneurship, Menlo College offers students access to the state-of-the-art Innovation Center. This specialized facility is designed to serve as an ideal place for design thinking projects. Within its walls, students delve into the practical aspects of business and prototyping, benefiting from a wealth of cutting-edge resources, including 3D printers, a laser cutter, sewing machines, and more. The Innovation Center stands as a testament to Menlo College's commitment to providing a dynamic and immersive environment for entrepreneurial pursuits.
Complementing these tangible resources, the Menlo College Office of Career Services takes proactive steps to support students' entrepreneurial aspirations. Through a series of career-oriented workshops, students are empowered with essential skills and knowledge. These workshops cover a spectrum of topics, ranging from crafting persuasive cover letters and resumes to mastering the art of creating a compelling LinkedIn profile. These events underscore Menlo College's dedication to nurturing a culture of entrepreneurship and career readiness among its student body.
In a significant stride towards promoting entrepreneurship and social innovation, Menlo College made its debut in the Hult Prize competition in the recent academic year. This global startup accelerator, focused on social entrepreneurship, marked an exciting milestone for the institution. Following the success of its participation, Menlo College is actively exploring opportunities to expand its on-campus entrepreneurial challenges, fostering a culture of innovation and impact. Furthermore, Menlo College takes pride in its unique Living Learning Dorm for Creativity and Innovation, which provides students with a vibrant and collaborative living environment that nurtures entrepreneurial thinking and creativity.
Situated in the heart of Silicon Valley, Menlo College's faculty goes beyond the traditional classroom role. Here, our educators are not just professors; they are accomplished individuals with hands-on experience in the business world or active contributors to various industries. This unique mixture of academic - and real-world expertise enriches the educational experience for our students. The best part is that our dedicated faculty members generously share their entrepreneurial insights within their classrooms, seamlessly integrating their practical experiences into the curriculum. Whether it's through indirect references or direct ties to entrepreneurship, their wisdom inspires and guides our students on their journey toward innovation and business excellence.
==Regional and Local Economic Development==
Menlo College has finds itself in a very low unique position, with limited regional and local ecomonic economic development. Possibly due to , potentially stemming from the fact that our campus and its students do not have access to absence of a specific entrepreneruship deparment dedicated entrepreneurship department or designated leaderon our campus. There is This void has led to a lack of awareness surrounding entrepreneruship regarding entrepreneurship and innovation on campus. Ultimatelyamong our student body, this deprives students from pursuing ultimately hindering their ability to pursue innovative business ideas as well as learning the steps and develop them to fully develop their ideasfull potential.
While the surrounding areas have experienced significant economic growth over the past five years, our students face challenges in accessing and engaging with these opportunities. Menlo College, as an institution, is now striving to catch up with the progress seen in neighboring organizations. There is considerable room for improvement in connecting our students to valuable local resources, such as conferences, lectures, company tours, and more.
The prevailing focus on securing employment and internships on campus is beginning to overshadow the university's original entrepreneurial spirit. As University Innovation Fellows, it is our responsibility to remind the institution of its pioneering roots and foster an environment where innovation can flourish once again.dition, another facutly person and the Dean of Business were involved in the process. The collaboration between students and faculty was successful and resulted in the second final place in the Challenge!
[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Menlo_College_Student_Priorities Student Priorities]==Other=Fall 2023 Fellows:===Menlo College participated as one of 24 universities around the globe in the UNM Anderson School of Management Global Scaling challenge to devise business growth strategies. The findings were presented their findings to a panel of judges, including the companies executives. The Menlo team consisted won second place in this years' global scaling challenge. Menlo provided a team of three students and a faculty mentor. In addition, another facutly person and the Dean of Business were involved in the process. The collaboration between students and faculty was successful and resulted in the second final place in the Challenge!
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[http[Fellow:Dennis Vanin|Dennis Vanin]]<br />[[Fellow:Mali Korn|Mali Korn]]<br /universityinnovation.org/wiki/Menlo_College_Student_Priorities Student Priorities>[[Fellow:Raymond Juballa|Raymond Juballa]]
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