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→‎How-to workshops (day-long or short-term, speaker series).

Engineering Design Technology teaches students to translate ideas from design layouts, specifications, rough sketches, and calculations of engineers & architects into working drawings, maps, plans, and illustrations which are used in making products. The program has a strong emphasis on innovation and design thinking.

'''<big>Social Impact Seminar</big>'''

<big>Social impact seminar teaches principles of the eight pathways to service as taught at the center for social impact. The main project for this class involves using system's thinking to map a challenge that the student cares about.</big>

'''<big>Entrepreneurship Minor</big>'''

<big>This Minor is specifically geared for this those who aren't doing business classes but interested in entrepreneurship within their respective domain.</big>

'''Principles of Leadership (MGMT 1250)'''

Overviews principles of leadership. Provides students with information on successful leadership styles. Includes lectures, videos, cases, group activities, and class discussion.

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A global grassroots movement of active and empowered entrepreneurs who are learning the basics of founding startups and launching successful ventures. It is the largest community of passionate entrepreneurs with over 1800 past events in 120 countries around the world in 2014.

'''Presidential 100'''

This program started Fall 2024 and required students to apply during the summer. Each school year it accepts 100 students who get mentorship from president Tuminez and opportunities to network and met with influential people in the community.

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Focusing on topics like passion, organization, behavior, and culture, each speaker in the series presents on a topic directly relates to leadership. The CAL strives to provide speakers who present on a variety of leadership styles.

Design for Impact

A competition hosted by the center for social impact that involves learning design thinking and applying it to issue you feel passionate about.

WeLift

A program that provides support and mentorship to female entrepreneurs.

==Marketing and communications strategies==

[https://www.ted.com/tedx/events/14464 TEDxUVU]- The TEDx Program is designed to help communities, organizations and individuals spark conversation and connection through local TED-like experiences. This is a wonderful showcase of what is happening here at UVU and in our community.

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'''Principles of Leadership (MGMT 1250)'''

Overviews principles of leadership. Provides students with information on successful leadership styles. Includes lectures, videos, cases, group activities, and class discussion.

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Engineering Design Technology teaches students to translate ideas from design layouts, specifications, rough sketches, and calculations of engineers & architects into working drawings, maps, plans, and illustrations which are used in making products. The program has a strong emphasis on innovation and design thinking.

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==Experiential course (learn-by-doing, hands-on senior design, apply skills development)==

~~ '''<big>Creativity and Entrepreneurial Thinking</big>'''~~

<big>Introduces the concepts of innovation and entrepreneurial creativity. Draws upon the inspired thinking and entrepreneurial pursuits of leaders in a variety of disciplines in order to understand the process of innovation and appreciate the role of creativity in making innovation possible. Includes topics such as the customer/problem/solution framework, design thinking, prototyping, intellectual property, creative idea development, lead user research methodology, peer feedback, new venture financing, and the lean start-up.</big>

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Introduces students to design thinking and the principles of innovation within the context of the public sector. Engages students in real world civic innovation through the Office of New Urban Mechanics.

Advanced Experimental Techniques (PHYS 4210) Introduces students to the process of developing, designing, proposing, building, executing, analyzing, revising, and presenting a scientific experiment. Teaches a variety of advanced experimental technical skills and helps students learn to embark independently on scientific research. Geo 489R Provides students the opportunity to conduct research under the mentorship of an Earth Science department faculty member. Includes any combination of literature reviews, original research, and/or participation in ongoing departmental projects. Involves students in the methodology of original geologic research. Requires preparation and presentation of oral and/or written reports, typically presented in a public forum. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits total toward graduation. ~~Digital Design Practicum~~ Introduction to undergraduate research (BIO 369R) Introduces fundamentals of research in biology, including how to identify a research problem, form testable hypotheses, select appropriate experimental methods, collect data, determine appropriate sample size, establish appropriate controls, conduct experiments, document experiment details and data, tabulate, analyze and interpret data and how to write a research report. Emphasizes research ethics, institutional research guidelines, personal protection, and proper disposal of hazardous chemicals and biologicals. Introduces research opportunities available within and beyond the university community. May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits toward graduation.

Non-profits work in partnership with the professor to identify challenges the company is facing. The professor then acts as a project manager, and students work in teams to design solutions. This class emphasizes interdisciplinary thinking.

Infrastructure (ie. maker, prototyping, or innovation space; engineering lab offering access outside of class, etc.).

'''<big>Prototyping Sessions</big>'''

<big>In this three-part workshop series with James Brown, you will learn how to conceptualize, plan, and build a prototype for your product (hardware or software) or concept. Industry experts will lead you through the process, step by step, and you will network with business owners who run fabrication labs and manufacturing facilities.</big> '''<big>UVU Excelerate</big>''' UVU Excelerate isn’t just another classroom; it’s an experience. This is an innovative, project-based summer bridge program for incoming freshman and sophomore UVU students. In collaboration with faculty and industry partners, these projects are exciting, fun, and inspiring! '''<big>UVU Greenhouse</big>''' Green House Sales and Marketing is a digital marketing agency sponsored by Utah Valley University and run by its students, the Wolverines. By working with local Utah businesses, the students behind Green House gain real-world experience to help launch them into their careers. Meanwhile, the companies that hire them give back to the community and get their online presence transformed by a group of savvy digital marketers. '''<big>UVU Innovation Academy</big>''' The Innovation Academy collaborates across campus and with external partners to facilitate, assess, and increase accessibility of engaged learning opportunities for all students, impacting student success. '''<big>Entrepreneurship Mentoring</big>''' Get one-on-one advice on your business idea! We will work with you wherever you're at and help you find the right direction to go. Schedule to have a brain-storming session, refine an idea, strategize a marketing plan, or simply figure out what stage of entrepreneurship you're in. '''<big>Zinnstarter Fund</big>''' The funds goal is to Instill the next generation of entrepreneurs to create enduring businesses, Provide seed money for promising business plans and Provide students with Ray Zinn’s leadership, management and entrepreneurship knowledge

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https://gyvrhub.com/

'''<big>3D Printing Lab</big>'''

The 3D Printing Lab at the UVU Business Resource Center, a premier prototyping facility designed to serve business owners, entrepreneurs, engineers, and the general public. Whether you're looking to bring a new product to market or need assistance with research and development, our lab offers affordable and exceptional 3D printing technology and expert support.

'''<big>Smart Cities Fabrication Lab</big>'''

The Smart Cities and Fabrication Lab (SCaFL) is a space within the Business Resource Center (BRC) dedicated to helping local businesses, entrepreneurs, university students, and researchers develop the Smart City technologies of the future.

'''<big>Artificial Intelligence Lab</big>'''

Harness the Power of Advanced AI with Our State-of-the-Art Infrastructure with Powerful Inference Training Servers, High Speed Broadband Connections (10GB +), Data Science Workshops, and Machine Learning Courses

<big>https://www.uvu.edu/wolverinefund/</big>

<big>'''Epic Ventures Fund'''</big>

operates as a venture capital firm. The Company provides distribution, importing, and marketing for students with UVU.

<big>'''University Growth Fund'''</big>

Provides growth capital to entrepreneurs taking their business to the next level. As the largest student-run fund in the country, we give students an innovative educational opportunity that sets them apart from their peers and prepares them to perform at the highest levels.

https://www.ugrowthfund.com/

<big>'''Tamarak Fund'''</big>

Tamarak is invested in numerous industries, including B2B software, consumer goods, consumer software, home technology, industrial, fintech, automotive, and real estate. Tamarak is committed to serving local entrepreneurs and businesses. Our focus is to have at least 75% of our portfolio be local and independent companies.

https://www.tmrk.com/about

<big>'''UVU Small Business Development Center'''</big>

<big>The Orem Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Utah Valley University is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs get started in business and help small businesses grow. Provides a number of trained professionals dedicated to helping students.</big>

<big>https://www.uvu.edu/sbdc/</big>

'''<big>Entrepreneurship Mentoring</big>'''

Get one-on-one advice on your business idea! We will work with you wherever you're at and help you find the right direction to go. Schedule to have a brain-storming session, refine an idea, strategize a marketing plan, or simply figure out what stage of entrepreneurship you're in.

https://www.uvu.edu/woodbury/entrepreneurship/about/appointments.php

'''<big>UVU Creative Learning Studio</big>'''

The Creative Learning Studio is the innovation hub for the UVU School of Education, focused on promoting equity and engagement in STEM education through pre-service teacher education, professional learning for in-service teachers, curriculum development, and a lending library of STEM resources.

https://www.uvu.edu/education/creative-learning/

[http://www.knoweveryone.com/ Corporate Alliance]- helps members create real relationships, the kind that can weather any storm. Every successful business needs a vast network of trusted clients, advisors and friends. They help members create their own powerful networks. People who know them, people who like them and people who trust them.

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