Explore courses, workshops, pitch competitions, and funding opportunities designed to help undergraduate and graduate UWM students turn bold ideas into real-world impact.

startup challenge

Startup Challenge

Turn your innovative ideas into reality with hands-on mentorship, guided workshops, and seed funding to launch your venture.

scholarships

Scholarships

Explore financial support and merit-based awards designed to empower creative thinkers and student entrepreneurs across campus.

lunch and launch

Lunch and Lanuch

Grab lunch with us while connecting with experienced local founders, industry leaders, and fellow UWM student innovators.

pitches and comps

Pitches and Competitions

Showcase your venture, sharpen your presentation skills, and compete for funding to help accelerate your startup.

icorps bootcamps

I-Corps Bootcamps

Test your business model and master customer discovery techniques using proven National Science Foundation methodologies.

events calendar.

Events Calendar

Stay up to date with upcoming skill-building workshops, networking events, hackathons, and guest speaker sessions.

lec space.

Space (LEC)

Reserve flexible workspaces, modern meeting rooms, and collaborative maker environments built for student creators.

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LEC Courses

Enroll in credit-earning, interdisciplinary classes focused on creative problem-solving, design thinking, and entrepreneurship.

ceo student org

CEO Student Org

Join the Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization to build your network, attend national conferences, and lead peer initiatives.

talk series

Talk Series

Gain inspiration, practical career advice, and industry insights from guest entrepreneurs and community trailblazers.

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Innovation Interns.

Gain hands-on experience and earn a stipend by working directly with emerging startups and campus innovation projects.