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activities for teaching innovation: game-based learning

merging biology and innovation studies for under-resourced students: a Q&A with Adrienne Williams of West Virginia University

Adrienne Williams from West Virginia University works to expand access to entrepreneurial mentorship opportunities for science and biology for under-resourced students.

six strategies for teaching capstone design remotely

To help biomedical engineering educators transition their coursework online, we highlight six strategies around teaching capstone design remotely.

operating from optimism: honoring the heroes of innovation and entrepreneurship

empowering underrepresented engineering students: q&a with Noe Vargas Hernandez of University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Noe Vargas Hernandez is devoted to teaching sustainability, entrepreneurship, and design practices to underrepresented engineering students.

online education: tips and resources for innovation and entrepreneurship educators

We’ve compiled key learnings and best practices from educators in our community who have adjusted to the demands of online education.

5 virtual classroom exercises to keep students engaged

Enterprising faculty are revamping their coursework to accommodate virtual classroom exercises. Here are five remote-friendly activities o keep students engaged and focused.

advancing sustainability, equity, and entrepreneurial success: q&a with Amy Tuininga of Montclair State University

Faculty Grants recipient, Amy Tuininga, is working to increase entrepreneurial success for students traditionally underserved in STEM fields.

moving design and innovation courses online: emphasize empathy and objectives

When moving your innovation courses online, it’s important to focus on objectives and how best to academically and emotionally support your students.

students and industry partnering for the planet: when waste leads to good business

More university programs are fostering industry partnerships, and giving students real-world opportunities to address environmental issues.

4 strategies to integrate ethics into entrepreneurship education

weaving environmental innovation into visions of the future: q&a with Taryn Mead of Western Colorado University

Taryn Mead of Western Colorado University teaches students entrepreneurship concepts through an environmental innovation lens, helping them envision their contribution to a more sustainable future.

catalyzing early & robust support for student entrepreneurs: q&a with sadan kulturel-konak from Penn State Berks

Faculty grantee, Sadan Kulturel-Konak engages students in entrepreneurial concepts early in their academic careers by integrating them into introductory engineering and IT classes.

instilling an entrepreneurial mindset in Native American communities: q&a with Wendy Westbroek of Salish Kootenai College

Learn how VentureWell faculty grantee, Wendy Westbroek, is driven to increase STEM engagement and success in Native American communities.

how to strengthen IP education in university ecosystems

empowering tomorrow’s entrepreneurs: q&a with Kenneth McLeod from Binghamton University, SUNY

Faculty grantee, Dr. Kenneth McLeod from Binghamton University, SUNY, creates opportunities to teach first-year students to find their path through entrepreneurship.

from cast-off to startup: using the waste stream in the classroom

Universities are not merely places for learning about the problems created by our waste stream—they are places for demonstrating real-world solutions.

using engineering design to solve global health issues: q&a with Ann Saterbak from Duke University

Ann Saterbak from Duke University shares her teaching perspectives on helping students use engineering design to tackle global health challenges.

integrating design thinking into STEM curriculum: q&a with Nancy Ruzycki from University of Florida

Nancy Ruzycki from University of Florida believes that design thinking contributes to building students’ entrepreneurial mindset.