Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute

Live. Create. Launch.

Welcome to the nationally ranked hub for student entrepreneurs and innovators at the University of Utah. Whether you want a deep dive or only have an hour, the Lassonde Institute has something for all students to learn how to become a founder, creator or change-maker. Got an idea? Looking for a team? Or want to live, create or launch at Lassonde Studios? Jump in and make it happen!

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Lassonde Studios

All students are welcome to live, create and launch at our new building at the University of Utah. Find out why Architectural Digest named Lassonde Studios one of the nine best new university buildings in the world. The first floor is an innovation space for all students on campus. Above are four floors of residential space for 400 students.

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Launched at Lassonde
Hundreds of Startups and Counting! What Will You Launch?

UV Sense
A sensor and app to protect you from the sun's harmful rays.
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Relay
A mobile app for team-based addiction recovery and self-improvement.
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Pure Solutions
Providing technology to help consumers easily analyze water samples.
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LERC Medical
A device that measures oxygen saturation and temperature centrally via the esophagus.
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Maungo Craft
Gourmet jams, sauces, and syrups from African marula fruit.
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explorWell
An online personal training company.
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Highborn Leather
Heirloom-quality leather products at a price that won’t break the bank
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