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=Overview=
<div>Iona College University is a private, four-year Catholic college in New Rochelle, NY. In 1940, it was founded by the Congregation of Christian Brothers and today offers more than 60 bachelor's programs and 40 minors. Iona is comprised of the School of Arts & Science and the LaPenta School of Business. The institution has approximately 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in it.</div><div><br /></div><div>The Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation was established in 2017 due to a generous $15 million gift to Iona from James Hynes, '69, '01H, and Anne Marie Hynes. The Hynes Institute is an emerging force that strives to prepare the future generation of entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders to move the world. It also ensures that students develop the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to create, lead, and innovate in an ever-changing global economy.</div><div><br /></div><div>At the Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, their mission is “to create and foster an interdisciplinary community of Iona students who engage in entrepreneurial learning opportunities to develop an entrepreneurial mindset."</div>'''Strategic Priorities 2022'''
* Strategy number 1: Create internal connections: On Campus Network building. Collaborate with the center for student engagement and Gael Activity Board:
Plan and execute networking event: Part 1: Informational session regarding the importance of community in developing networks and careers. Students will be given tips on how to optimize their linked in/indeed profiles. Part 2: Student networks will be formed by a facilitator or event host. Interactive games and activities will give students an idea of who they wish to connect with and form their networking teams.
* ''Strategy number 2:Create external connections:'' Connect networks to the Gaels Go further Mentoring Program
Once student networks have been formed, each student will create a Gaels Go further profile. These teams will have access to Iona's Alumni and industry leaders. Instead of each student being assigned one mentor, the network teams will be able tot talk with multiple mentors from different sectors.
* ''Strategy Number 3:'' Application: The main objective of each network is to control and execute a site visitation. With the assistance of department chairs, professional alumni, and networks, students will engage with one organization that they will visit at the end of the semester.
Engage external partners to provide insights. Part 1) Cite visitation by the network Part 2) Present to stakeholders their visitation learnings.
* ''Strategy Number 4:'' All the networks will have a closing dinner in which they will discuss each network's experience and findings. Students will also share their personal experiences in the program and how they benefited from their communities.
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