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==Strategy: The Fl1ght LAB "Where ideas take off"==
The Fl1ght Lab is makerspace Collaboratorium designed to teach students and community members about the opportunities for innovation , entrepreneurship and entrepreneurshipsolution orientation. Initially the Lab consist of team and not a place, the team will focus on creating educational programs for display in public spaces like the library, quad and game room on campus. This future lab will contain tools like 3d printers multifunctional writing surfaces for proto-typingflexibile ideating, smart boards for interactive 3d/ augmented conceptualizingand extensive networking space both virtual and physical. To implement our project our first goal is to understand where our peers stand in terms of technological education, problem identification and solution focused discussion. The overall goal of our Flight lab is to do so we constructed a survey approved by the IRB gauging the awareness of existing technology and alluding bring communities together to potential newer technology as wellachieve greater visions.
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Through assessment we have found that our student body lacks the spaces and tools to fully flourish. The student feel that the teaching methods are dated and lack luster, while staff state that they lack the proper tools to engage students. Based on surveying we have found that the university does promote I&E but it is not broadly recognized and severely restricted to the school of business on campus. The university staff have noted that their departments discuss the possible monetization of research but impress greater focus on creating curriculums for the student that maintain the status-quo of the university. Staff members display s mixed desire to adapt to new technologies unless proven to be essential to their performance or can visibly alter it for the better. The office in the process of creating the systems for IP Office, the University based on observation invest more into the act of education and preparing professionals for established fields as opposed to disruptive innovation.[[File:Infograph.jpg|thumb|Created using Canva|link=https://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Infograph.jpg]]
==Proto-type : Fl1ght Lab==
#Create a symposium discussing the need for more education in the broader community on current technology to educate and near future technology to inspire.
#Create a makerspace that focuses on offering the tools and developing the ideations of students and faculty, while supporting existing infrastructure with innovative solutions.
#Establish a summer STEAM BOOT CAMP for local youth and promote it by creating presentations around summer topics, then presenting them to local schools. == CoHort 2023 ==For our cohort, we are focused on developing on bridging the gap between the students and the alumni to build a stronger trust and connection within Saint Augustine's community as well as cultivate a stronger networking space for students to set them up for success and to maintain it.===Bridging The Gap=== University Innovation Fellows, SAU, are excited to introduce a new initiative aimed at enhancing the student experience and fostering lifelong connections within our university community. Over the past several months, our team has been diligently working on developing an innovative app that will revolutionize the way students engage with alumni and navigate their academic and professional journeys, "Early Bird".As students a part of the institution, we recognize the importance of providing students with the resources and support they need to succeed academically and professionally. With this app, students will have access to a wide range of opportunities, including internships, mentorship programs, and networking events, all aimed at helping them explore career paths, gain valuable experience, and build meaningful connections with alumni and professionals in their fields of interest. ===Project: Earlybird=== [https://app.mural.co/t/qfwfq7288/m/qfwfq7288/1693190862585/3d4abab5dae4fd3585f9125be9c20e8ba9ec916c?wid=0-1708568362593]Introducing Early Bird, the ultimate platform connecting Saint Augustine's University alumni and students! Stay connected with your alma mater through features like event updates, networking tools, and group chats tailored to your school and department. Engage in meaningful discussions, access career resources, and easily expand your network. Join AlumNet and experience the power of the HBCU community like never before!*Event Page: Stay updated on upcoming events such as reunions, homecoming celebrations, and networking mixers, ensuring that users never miss out on opportunities to connect with fellow alumni and current students.*Alumni Roster: Access a comprehensive list of HBCU alumni, providing a platform to search, connect, and network with individuals who share similar academic backgrounds and career interests.*Group chat based/aligned with each school and their departments: Engage in real-time conversations with alumni and students from specific schools and departments, fostering community building and knowledge sharing within targeted interest groups.*Forums: Participate in discussions on various topics ranging from career advice to cultural events, creating a vibrant online community where users can exchange ideas, ask questions, and share experiences.*Alumni Directory: Explore profiles of HBCU alumni, showcasing their achievements, career paths, and areas of expertise, facilitating connections for mentorship, collaboration, and professional development.*Networking Tools: Utilize features such as job boards, mentorship programs, and alumni workshops to expand professional networks, advance career goals, and tap into the collective expertise of the HBCU community.===Goals 2023===The goals we seek to accomplish through the app are the following:*Facilitating Connection*Keeping Alumni Engaged*Supporting Career Development*Promoting Meaningful Discussions*Enhancing Networking Opportunities*Strengthen Trust between the school and the students <!--DO NOT EDIT BELOW THIS LINE -->
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