Getting a balanced breakfast every morning can be hard, especially as a college student with limited time and space. Jack Urness, a mechanical engineering student at the University of Utah, is working on a solution. He is the founder of Up&Oat, a company making an overnight oat mix that only requires milk or water. Urness […]
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Splashy: A Sustainable Toilet Paper Alternative
My Bui is the founder of Splashy, a company creating a portable and collapsible bidet. She is studying finance and operations and supply chain and started developing the product in the Lassonde+X program at the University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business. The idea came from personal experience. A native of Ho Chi Minh […]
15 Free AI Tools for Entrepreneurs
As an entrepreneur, you may not have access to expensive tools to help you manage your business. You’ve likely heard of AI (artificial intelligence) and wondered how you can use it to accelerate your business. Although you might not have a big budget for your startup, the good news is many AI tools are free […]
Tren Hirschi: Pioneering the Future with a Spirit of Innovation
In the Make Space at Lassonde Studios, Tren Hirschi stands out not only as a leader but as an innovator and a source of inspiration for every student embarking on a journey of discovery and creativity. As the chair of the Make program, Hirschi’s role transcends conventional leadership. He manages around 20 student leaders, fostering […]
Guided: An AI-Powered Meditation App
Connor Chase, a founder in the Master of Business Creation program at the University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business, is currently working to make a big impact on the world by bringing artificial intelligence to mental health. The Guided app is an AI-powered meditation app that aims to provide affordable and effective mental […]
Miller Cafe: Spring 2024 Menu
Located in the lobby of Lassonde Studios is one of the University of Utah’s most popular dining spots, Miller Cafe. On one side is the Miller Grill that offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner options that are made to order, while on the other side is the Miller Market where students can pick up snacks, beverages, […]
Photo Gallery: December at Lassonde 2023
Here are the photos from events and activities at Lassonde Studios in December 2023. Find upcoming events here: lassonde.utah.edu/calendar.
OneHealth+: Improving Global Health through Financial Innovation
Born and raised in Ghana and a 2023 CNN Hero, Osei Boateng is improving global health by simplifying how people pay for healthcare with his startup OneHealth+. He is growing the business in the Master of Business Creation (MBC) at the University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business. OneHealth+ is a digital platform that […]
Kings Music Studios Foundation: Building a Culture of Belonging
Nearly 20 years ago, Angela Reyes immigrated from Colombia to the United States to pursue her passion for singing and music. Now, she’s dedicating her time to helping people like her integrate into their adopted societies without sacrificing their cultural roots. That’s why, with the help of her cousin Melissa Reynosa, she started Kings Music […]
Kalo Clinical Research: Making Health Data More Inclusive
Bella Tukuafu Johnson, a founder in the University of Utah’s Master of Business Creation (MBC) program, is reshaping the landscape of clinical research through her startup, Kalo Clinical Research. It helps pharmaceutical companies make better medicine by including diverse and underrepresented communities in their studies. “We hope to stand as a beacon to all clinical […]