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INSTITUTE OF INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP

FACULTY & STUDENTS

Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (IIE) is committed to cultivating an ecosystem of innovation and entrepreneurship that extends beyond the classroom. Our comprehensive programs cater to both students and faculty, providing unique opportunities for hands-on learning, creative exploration, and impactful research.

Programs and Services

Student

Unispan Records

Unispan Records is open to students from every major and discipline who share a passion for music. Whether you study music, marketing, accounting, law—or something entirely different—you can apply your unique skills while gaining hands-on experience across the creative and business sides of a record label. Working alongside industry professionals and fellow students, you’ll build real-world skills, expand your network, and explore career opportunities in the music industry.
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Â鶹´«Ã½-Seiman Venture Challenge Sponsored by Evermore Games., LLC

Â鶹´«Ã½-Seiman Venture Challenge

Our annual entrepreneurship competition ignites the innovative spirit of Â鶹´«Ã½ students. With total prizes valued at $25,000, this challenge encourages participants to develop, refine, and pitch their business ideas. The competition not only rewards creativity and business acumen but also provides a platform for students to transform their entrepreneurial visions into reality.
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Faculty Innovation

IIE is dedicated to supporting faculty in their pursuit of groundbreaking research and innovative teaching methods. With $50,000 in available funding, faculty members can apply to become Innovation Research or Teaching Fellows. This program aims to promote research with significant societal and commercial impact, as well as foster innovation in the classroom, ensuring that Â鶹´«Ã½ remains at the forefront of academic excellence and real-world relevance.
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Additional Programming:

IIE is continually expanding its offerings to meet the evolving needs of our community. Future programs include:

  1. Â鶹´«Ã½ South African Initiative: Fostering global entrepreneurship and cultural exchange.
  2. Social Media Market: Exploring the intersection of social media and business.
  3. New York State Business Plan Competition (NYSBP): Representing Â鶹´«Ã½ in statewide entrepreneurial challenges.
  4. Zarb Store: Providing hands-on retail management experience.
  5. MBA Consulting Group: Offering real-world consulting opportunities for graduate students.

These diverse programs reflect IIE’s commitment to providing comprehensive, cutting-edge experiences that prepare our students and faculty for success in an increasingly competitive and innovative global marketplace.

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