Get to know some of the founders in the Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the David Eccles School of Business and Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute. The founders spend 9 months in this intense program, growing, and scaling their companies aided by curriculum, mentoring, funding, and scholarships. Learn more about the MBC program at […]
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Top 10 Announced in 2020-21 Opportunity Quest
The University of Utah Opportunity Quest, a collegiate business-model executive-summary contest, announced the top 10 teams today for 2020-21. These teams will be competing for a chance to win $10,000 in cash prizes, including a $5,000 grand prize. The winners will be determined on competition day, Jan. 28, 2021. The competition is managed by the […]
Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute Awards $330,000 in Scholarships for 2020-21
The Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute, a top-10 ranked program at the University of Utah, awarded $330,000 in scholarships to 109 students for the 2020-21 academic year. The scholarships come with the opportunity to gain leadership skills and experience while managing many activities for aspiring entrepreneurs. The students receiving scholarships this year are very diverse. They range […]
Lassonde Events Calendar: Spring 2021
The Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute events calendar for spring 2021 is now available in print and online formats. See links below. We have many events and opportunities planned for the semester. We have grants, workshops, mentor hours, application deadlines, arts and food panel discussions, make space hours at Lassonde Studios, entrepreneur classes through the Department of […]
Why Lassonde? Here are 18 Reasons to Get Involved
You might be wondering why you should get involved with the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute and our programs at Lassonde Studios. You’re probably asking yourself why you should join our community, study here, live with us, launch with us, participate in one of our programs, maybe sponsor one of our programs, volunteer to help our students, […]
Pierre Lassonde, Student Entrepreneurs Featured on U Rising Podcast
Our founder, Pierre Lassonde, and three of our student entrepreneurs appeared on the “U Rising” podcast recently. The regular podcast is hosted by President Ruth Watkins and features top trends and innovations at the U. Joining Mr. Lassonde on the podcast were student entrepreneurs Austin Birch, William Pepper, and Tiff Polmateer. The group talked about […]
BCC Research Database Now Available through Marriott Library
The Marriott Library at the University of Utah is now providing access to the BBC Research database to faculty, staff, and students. This is a leading database for market research reports. Access the BBC Research database through the Marriott Library here. When you are logged in, click on “my categories” at the top to see […]
Unruh Foundation Continues Support for Lassonde Ambassador & Mentor Program
The Lassonde Ambassador & Mentor Program is proudly sponsored by Jeff and Polly Unruh and the James A. Unruh Family Foundation. They support the program to enable first-generation and underrepresented University of Utah students. The ambassadors receive scholarships to engage the community and inspire other students to pursue their dream of earning a college degree. Why […]
Win $60,000 in the 2020-21 Utah Entrepreneur Challenge
Registration for the 2020-21 Utah Entrepreneur Challenge is now open. All college students in Utah are welcome to participate in this statewide business-model competition. Teams are competing for $60,000 this year. The registration deadline is Feb. 8, 2021. The Utah Entrepreneur Challenge is managed by the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute, a top 10 ranked program at […]
Erin Valenti Women in Entrepreneurship Scholarship Fund Established
The family of the late Erin Valenti, a standout local entrepreneur, recently partnered with the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute at the University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business to establish the Erin Valenti Women in Entrepreneurship Scholarship starting in the 2020-21 academic year. The scholarship fund was initiated by donations from Valenti’s family, friends and […]