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Entrepreneurship Opportunities
Volume 1, Issue 14 | 12.13.2013
New York State Health Data Code-a-Thon
We invite you to join us at the New York State Health Data Code-a-Thonon December 19 and 20 at RPI in Troy, NY. The theme for the code-a-thon is “Healthy Connections = Healthy Communities.” The goal is to leverage your own personal experiences, creativity, and design expertise, while engaging with health experts and open data leaders, to turn novel ideas into mobile/web-based tools that help New Yorkers take control of their health by linking them to resources within their communities. First place is $6,000; second is $2,500; and third is $1,500. Pre-register online.
Students: Apply to the Clinton Global Initiative University
President Clinton will host the seventh meeting of Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U) from March 21-23, 2014 at Arizona State University. The CGI U 2014 application is now available online. The final application deadline is January 17, 2014. In order to apply to attend the CGI U meeting, each student must develop and submit a Commitment to Action. There are three criteria for Commitments to Action:
New: Each commitment must be a new initiative, or an expansion of an existing effort that focuses on a different geographic area, works with new partners, or shifts in focus or scope.
Specific: Each commitment must address a specific challenge with a defined course of action and detailed objectives.
Measurable: Each commitment should achieve measurable results that can be reported back to CGI U.
Rice Business Plan Competition for Grad Students Now Accepting Applications
The 2014 Rice Business Plan Competition is now accepting applications. Only current graduate and doctoral students are eligible to apply (see eligibility requirements). Submissions are due February 21, 2014 and they require: 1) Creating an account on the iStart online platform; 2) Application; and 3) Executive Summary; and there is also an Optional Video Pitch that is strongly encouraged. Apply online today.
UR Students: Apply to the Student Incubator
The University of Rochester has opened student incubator space at High Tech Rochester, made possible by Simon alumnus Mark S. Ain ’67S (MBA). Student Incubator companies will have access to all client amenities within the HTR Lennox Tech Enterprise Center, as well as access to High Tech Rochester’s Director of New Ventures and Entrepreneurs-in-Residence, who can provide additional coaching, mentoring, and connections. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; Rochester students at any level of study can apply. The incubator is accessible on the bus loop. Learn more about eligibility requirements and download an application.
