Vitapul, a startup developing a new injection device for medical applications, won the grand prize at the 2019-20 Opportunity Quest competition at the University of Utah in January 2020. Watch this video for highlights from the final event at Lassonde Studios. Learn more about Opportunity Quest at lassonde.utah.edu/oq.
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VIDEO: H2One Launches Water-Purification Device in HSUEC
Learn about H2One, one of the past teams in the High School Utah Entrepreneur Challenge. The company is developing a water-purification device for the on-the-go backpacker. By using battery-power from a cell phone and a more efficient ultraviolet purification methods, the company is are able to reduce size, weight, ease of use, sterilization time, and […]
Video: Make Space at Lassonde Studios
Come build something in the Make Space at #LassondeStudios. All students the University of Utah are welcome to use our tools here for any purpose. Safety training is required for the wood and metal shop. Learn more at lassonde.utah.edu/make.
Vitapul Wins $5,000 Grand Prize at 2019-20 Opportunity Quest
Vitapul, a company developing an injection device that stores medication in a way that extends its shelf-life, won first place and the $5,000 grand prize at the 2019-2020 University of Utah Opportunity Quest business-model, executive-summary competition today. Ten teams advanced to the final judging and awards event at Lassonde Studios. The competition is managed by […]
Photo Gallery: Opportunity Quest 2019-20
Here are photos from the 2019-20 Opportunity Quest at the University of Utah final event on Jan. 17, 2020. Opportunity Quest competitions are held at universities throughout Utah. The winners earn cash prizes and a place as one of the top 20 teams in the finals of the Utah Entrepreneur Challenge, where the grand prize […]
Photo Gallery: December at Lassonde 2019
Here are photos from our events and activities in December 2019 at Lassonde Studios and other locations. During the month, we hosted Jazz at the Cafe, learned from experts, awarded Get Seeded grants, cut paper snowflakes, and more. All U students are welcome to attend our events and live here. Find upcoming events and activities […]
Company Launch Startup Teams for Spring 2020
Meet the startup teams in our Company Launch program at Lassonde Studios for spring 2020. Find a complete list below. They range from content creation to micro campers. Company Launch is a startup support program that offers office space at Lassonde Studios, peer coaches, professional mentors, and more. All students at the University of Utah are welcome […]
Miller Cafe: Spring 2020 Menu
The menu at the Miller Cafe for spring 2020 will have all of the great items served during the fall semester. The cafe offers omelets, smoothies, flatbreads, sandwiches, salads, burgers, chef’s specials, and all the snacks you desire. Find detailed menu information below. The Miller Cafe is the eclectic eatery at Lassonde Studios on the […]
U. of Utah Ranked Top 10 for Entrepreneurship
The University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business continues to be recognized as a top 10 school entrepreneurship. In new rankings for 2020, U.S. News & World Report ranked the Eccles School No. 10 (No. 6 among state schools) for undergraduate and No. 17 for graduate entrepreneurship. While Bloomberg Businessweek ranked it No. 6 […]
Photo Gallery: November at Lassonde 2019
Here are photos from our events and activities in November 2019 at Lassonde Studios and other locations. During the month, we planted attended Workshops, sang at Open Mic, learned about food entrepreneurship, make caramel apples, and more. All U students are welcome to attend our events and live here. Find upcoming events and activities on […]