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'''Goals of DifferenceMaker™sDifferenceMaker™:'''
· Introduce all UMass students to creative problem solving, innovation and entrepreneurship
· '''DifferenceMaker™ Central-'''DifferenceMaker™ Central was opened in May 2013. This space is a dedicated entrepreneurial area with a vibrant start-up community atmosphere. The space was made for all entrepreneurial teams to come together to work, brainstorm, and network. Student teams have access to flexible workstations, televisions, computers, mentors, and a dynamic meeting space to develop their ideas and collaborate amongst their teammates and fellow students.
· '''DifferenceMaker™ Enterprise Co-op''''''in the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship''''''-'''Throughout each year, DifferenceMaker™s DifferenceMaker™ will hire several students from various majors to participate in paid co-op experiences. Student co-ops assist in conducting and summarizing entrepreneurial research, developing and distributing marketing materials for various center initiatives, and provide center support for faculty and innovation fellows affiliate with the center.
· '''Freshman Make A Difference Orientation – '''During the summer sessions, DifferenceMaker™ has a large presence in the Freshman Orientation days. Through the Office of Orientation, Student Activities and Leadership, and ResLife, DifferenceMaker™ was able to present to every attending freshman and gain exposure to all of the new students at UMass Lowell.