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= Overview</span~~><br/~~> =

Milwaukee School of Engineering is excited to share with you the strategies we have created for establishing I&E on campus and in our community. We currently have a presence on campus,but feel that it is too disperse and needs to be connected, strengthened, and highlighted as a priority in order to educate and excite people about the power of I&E.

On this page you will find five strategies to create a presence of I&E on our MSOE campus that will help students, faculty, staff, the community, and all other people where our outreach extends to learn and get excited about brainstorming, entrepreneurship, innovative thinking, forming creative solutions, thinking future-forward, prototyping, design thinking, and implementation.

~~= Cohort 4: 2020 =~~

=Cohort 5: 2022= ==Priority 1: Recognizing Opportunity Cost for Students==asdf ===Time-frame=== *Tested over the course of the 2022-23 academic year ===Point People=== *James Siedchlag ===Key Tactics=== *asdf ==Priority 2: Community Outreach==asdf ===Time-frame=== *adsf ===Point People=== *Benjamin Paulson ===Key Tactics=== *asdf ==Priority 3: Making Student Success More Visible==asdf ===Time-frame=== *adsf ===Point People=== *Asher Springler ===Key Tactics=== *asdf ==Priority 4: Fostering Creativity Through Entrepenurial Mindfulness==asdf ===Time-frame=== *adsf ===Point People=== *Bansari Modi ===Key Tactics=== *asdf =Cohort 4: 2020= == Priority 1: Increase Awareness of MSOE's I&E Resources ==

As we identified in our I&E landscape, building off of past cohorts, we have a ton of I&E resources at MSOE! However, many students only learn about these resources through connections they make in specific classes and with specific people, often half way or later through their academic careers. What if we could introduce MSOE students to these resources right away? What if students could get plugged in to

=== Time-frame === * Initial plan is by end of 2021 School year

=== Point People ===* Jonathan Wagenknecht

*Jonathan Wagenknecht === Key Tactics === * Advertise MSOE's I&E resources across campus in the form of posters and advertisements that convey the who, what, when, where, and why of I&E* Create Hub of MSOE's I&E resources online so students and professors know what is available* be sure to convey the value behind these resources* Explain WHAT Innovation, Design Thinking, and Entrepreneurship are ==Priority 2: I&E Accesible Tools for MSOE Students==

~~== Priority 2: I&E Accesible Tools for MSOE Students ==~~

*'''Portable d.thinking cart on-campus & pop-up d.thinking workshops: '''The goal of these accesible tools is to push students to practice I&E skills outside of typical academic courses. These accesible tools are a way for all innovators students to reach further than before to network, come up with innovative solutions to problems, and utilize entrepreneurship in the classroom as well as outside of it.

=== Time-frame ===

*The initial plan is to have a prototype running by the Winter Quarter of 2020 and will continue on if it succeeds.

=== Point People ===

*Sofia Paredes along with other innovators on-campus will be in-charged of this project.

=== Key Tactics ===

*Identify the suitable locations for these I&E accesible tools

*Present the data acquired from the pop up d.thinking workshop prototype

*Each cart will have a ton of post-it notes, markers, and other extra materials that will suit the majors' needs

== Priority 3: Community Board==

=== Purpose ===

Thar goal of this project to create a centralized area which notifies, connects and enhances the I&E landscape of MSOE. The community board will be a focal point for people to be aware of the "maker" resources MSOE has to offer as well as broadcast the success stories of MSOE students.

=== Strategy===

To implement this project the following are key items that need to be addressed:

*The community board needs to be in a location which has a diverse high foot traffic.

*The board itself needs to be catch the observers eye and bring the in to read what is on it.

*Condense all f MSOE's resources into one easy to follow document

*Offer the ability to connect students with similar goals

=== Time-frame ===

ideal launch date is during Spring quarter. The physical project can be created at anytime but for the full roll out to happen, concerns over the spread of COVIS-19 need to subside.

=== Point People ===

Lead: Alex Wilhelm

=== Key Tactics ===

Create a survey to find key areas which feel like they get stuck when trying to innovate or start a business

Reach out to department heads that are in charge of the makers spaces to compile the requirements to use the spaces.

== Priority 4: Improving student confidence and ability to Spin Out: Story Series with Connections ==

"There are a lot of successful entrepreneurs who studied at MSOE.

https://innovationhub.carrd.co

=== Time-frame === * The newsletter will be sent each week* Within 4 weeks there should be enough feedback/learning done to uncover target student sentiment ===Point People=== *Paul Rinaldi

=== ~~Point People~~ Key Tactics===* Paul Rinaldi

~~=== Key Tactics ===~~* Validate market segment of students interested* Collect stories from campus story champions* Send newsletter emails(emails or on our msoe uif website on webflow?) with feedback forms to track hypotheses/assumptions (put on a webflow?)* Present data/results at stakeholder meeting

= '''Cohort 3: 2019'''</span~~><br/~~> =

'''Strategy One: Bringing student ideas to life'''

==== '''Why: Many students on campus have ideas about side projects, businesses, etc. but they don't know how to move forward with an idea, who to connect with, where to obtain funding, etc.''' ====

Possible solutions:

'''Strategy Two: '''Encouraging engineering/business major collaboration

==== Why: Some business students don't understand the technical side of product development and many engineering students don't understand the business side of idea development. While many students have amazing ideas, they don't know how to reach out to the other discipline to understand their perspective/knowledge. ====

Possible solutions:

'''Strategy Three: '''Continuously exposing students to I & E early in their careers

==== Why: Students do not understand the value of I & E in MSOE, in Milwaukee, or even in the whole world. We want to help them develop as I & E leaders, as this knowledge can help them in any future path they decide to take. Early exposure will help students better apply their knowledge to their classes, internships, etc. ====

Possible solutions:

'''Strategy Four: '''Strengthening on-campus I & E culture

==== Why: Students do not understand the value of I & E in MSOE, in Milwaukee, or even in the whole world. We want to help them develop as I & E leaders, as this knowledge can help them in any future path they decide to take. By developing a culture, we can leave an I & E legacy that can be carried throughout generations even when we don't attend MSOE as students. ====

Possible solutions:

= COHORT 2: 2018 =

== Idea 1: #MSOE-Inspire Competition ==

'''Summary'''

Todd Wehr Auditorium

== I<span style="font-family: Arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">dea 2: Dog Mid-Semester Destresser ==

'''Summary'''

Campus Center’s Multipurpose Room

== <span style="font-family: Arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Idea 3: Startup Meetup ==

'''Summary'''

Todd Wehr Auditorium

== <span style="font-family: Arial; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 700; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Idea 4: Funky Fridays ==

'''Summary'''

Campus Center 3rd Floor

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= '''Cohort 1: 2017'''~~ ~~ =

'''Strategy One: Lack of Strong Entrepreneurial Foundation'''

Our solution was to create a dedicated space on campus that would allow students to come together, hold events, meetings, run workshops, and be entrepreneurs. This space would enable thinkers and tinkerers to ponder their ideas. It wouldhaveaconference roomsformeetings to take place - especially those involving proprietary information. Thespacewouldbe outlined as follows:

What does it have (~1200 sq ft space)?

<div>'''Tables '''(several) - small, separable, combinable, mobile, simple</div><div>'''Chairs '''(hella several) - simple, comfortable, mobile</div><div>'''Stationery Whiteboards''' (3) - one on each wall without a window, rather wide, has a holster for markers and a cloth, spans the height of the wall, good quality - easy to clean</div><div>'''Mobile Whiteboards''' (10) - mobile, lightweight, can be stood up, has a small holder for a marker and cloth, good quality - easy to clean</div><div>'''Supplies '''- a wall of supplies, organized in a way that is a balance between obvious and easy to maintain, office supplies such as: pens, markers, post-it’s, loose paper, stapler, hole punch, etc., creativity supplies like different material scraps, tape, glue, whatever makes its way into the space to enable quick (within a minute) prototyping and explaining</div><div>'''Projector & Screen''' in front of open area or tables - with sufficient cables/adapters, so short presentations can be given</div><div> </div>

What does it offer?

<div>Space for entrepreneurs and innovators (intentionally vague) to gather, run through their ideas with themselves or others, and iterate through ideas they’re working on. Thespaceismeant to eliminate anything that might be barrier to a person or group’s process. Thespaceeasesand aids the process of individual and team work. Thespacewillalso serve as a place for events, workshops, and learning sessions to be held. It can be rented out by a company, even sponsored if they so please. It will adapt to needs while still maintaining an identity that is innovation, creativity, productivity, and entrepreneurship. It will provide the tools to enable students and faculty alike to succeed in their aspirations as well as just tinker and complete work on a day to day basis.  </div><div> </div><div> </div>

'''Strategy Two: Improve Overbearing IP/Patent Policy'''

The IP policy for MSOE outlines a process in which MSOE is involved every step of the way and should know of any ideas emerging from use of campus resources immediately. The policy is written in vague terms when it comes to what qualifies an idea as belongingtothembut is very explicit when it comes to qualifying the only circumstances under which an idea or project is solely that the of the student who created it. Many students are not aware of this, and many faculty have not thoroughly read through the policy if at all. The problem truly stems from the university’s reaction to students creating ideas and jumping on their intuition. Rewriting the policy is a good start to driving the mindset and reaction of staff and faculty members here towards truly embracing student’s creativity and innovative leaps. The policy should also define a lesser imposition on faculty members to report any and all of their breakthroughs and ideas as those of the university. It should fall under the same or similar rules to students. MSOE claims to have the desire to drive forward ideas that benefit the greater good of anyone and everyone, but have yet to act on such claims significantly. Suggestions of revisions are below (in unofficial terminology):

<li>WHOLE IP POLICY: If the idea was of the student and the student has demonstrated control of the project and has been the driving force for the idea/business/project, it is theirs. If the student used MSOE resources including and limited to class time, seed funding, regular use of space, and a faculty champion, they are to attribute 5% of earnings back to MSOE.</li>

Topics are not strictly focused on business and engineering! Anyone who deals with innovation can be a presenter. Artists, musicians, dancers, actors, designers - many different careers use I&E and are topics for discussion. The goal of the lecture series is to inspire, teach and motivate viewers to explore I&E. By generating conversations and excitement around I&E, it will provide market research and support to further develop I&E activities, facilities and venues across campus.

<div>'''<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap">MSOE Lecture Series'''''':''' Due to relatively low operational cost and availability of lecture facilities, MSOE Lecture Series programming could start next fall of the academic year (18-19). Featured speakers, community I&E experts, and local artists will have a chance to speak and present engaging experiences to students and faculty.</div><div> </div><div>'''<span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap">MSOE Lecture Series - Night of Innovation'''''': '''With an established brand, and working with surrounding universities, twice a year, MSOE hosts “Night of Innovation”. High profile performers in music, the arts, business, engineering and/or science are booked for one evening show.This event will help fuel and generate interest in the MSOE Lecture Series program and raise awareness to I&E</div><div> </div><div>'''Student Feedback:'''</div><div>In general, people were receptive to the idea but wanted something fun rather than strictly academic. For future iterations of this plan, a weekly event or activity should be implemented. Demonstrations and entertainment focused presentations should have a larger priority over strictly academic lectures. Activities should provide value to the audience and have them leaving satisfied in the time they have invested.</div><div> </div>

'''Strategy Four: Series of Innovative and Entrepreneurial Events'''

'''Key Features:''' Movable furniture,  Prototyping supplies,  Technology,  Other

= Related Links =

[http://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Milwaukee_School_of_Engineering Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) UIF]

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