See What Makes Our Program So Distinctive
Entrepreneurship@DU gives students the freedom and the space to explore their interests, passions and purpose. We encourage our students and provide the support to think big, disrupt, solve problems and make an impact.
Academics
Inspiration starts with the cross-disciplinary entrepreneurship curriculum. The entrepreneurship minor can complement any DU major, and entrepreneurship classes are available to every graduate and undergraduate student at the University.
Outside the Classroom
Students across campus can gain inspiration and learn about entrepreneurship by taking part in E@DU events, programs and experiences. The topics and formats are diverse, and we support students in exploring their passions.
Microgrants
E@DU is excited to introduce new $1,000 microgrants! These funds are available to DU students from any full-time program to support new and early-stage business ideas, helping students take their ideas from concept to reality.
A Hub for Entrepreneurial Energy
Both on and off campus, we immerse students in the startup world with activities and resources such as:
- 4impact—a pitch competition for students to get funding and feedback on their business plans
- DO U (Entrepreneurship Club)—a student-led club open to all students interested in exploring entrepreneurship with peers
- Women Innovators—events to inspire, encourage and provide support for female entrepreneurs and other aspiring business-minded individuals
- Harry Trueblood Innovation Collaboratory—an exciting opportunity for students to receive funding and coaching from Daniels entrepreneurial experts to think, innovate, build and validate—and take their product and services to market.
- Entrepreneurship Week—a jam-packed week of festivities celebrating the entrepreneurial community at DU
- Pioneer Venture Group (PVG)—the University of Denver’s first venture capital fund entirely run and managed by a team of students
- DU Pitch Competition—a pitch competition open to all DU students, where undergraduate and graduate students go head to head
- BASE Camp—a 5-week program for student startups that want to grow and accelerate their business idea, find market fit and create value.
- Pop Up Palooza—a student-led market featuring DU students showcasing their business/product and ideas with free food and live music!
New Businesses Start Here
The ideas developed in the entrepreneurship program at DU don’t stay ideas. They become start-ups and thriving businesses. Here are a sampling of some student ventures that received financial support from Entrepreneurship@DU:
- Buonaforma—Combines the timelessness of ceramic form and the innovation of modern technology to compose functional luxury art for any space.
- ChaiGo—The ChaiGo chai latte is a ready-to-drink canned, oat-milk chai latte. It is purpose brewed with Assam black tea and whole spices for the richest of flavors.
- GoodLove Foods—A Gluten-Free line of Frozen, Ready-to-Bake goods so delicious, you may check the ingredients list again!
- Helio—Offers a wide range of sustainable and unique outdoor apparel to brighten up your outdoor adventures.
- Illegal Oats—Ento-granola that embraces the most sustainable and healthiest source of protein by including ento-powder in each recipe.
- MyCogito—A comprehensive, intelligent, and secure digital phenotyping platform for your wellbeing.
- Nomad Joe—Designs and develops products such as the Voyager Kettle, an electric, collapsible kettle designed to make coffee or tea while traveling.
- One Kind Cup—Dedicated to reducing plastic waste from soft drinks by developing a cost efficient, environmentally friendly cup solution.
- PocketChange—Platform enabling users to take action on causes they care about, by donating $0.25–$2 in just one click.
- SlopeThreads—Ski clothing rental service, delivering name-brand ski and snowboarding gear right to your doorstep.
- Vino Everywhere– A wine straw perfect for any occasion.
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Don’t forget — happening this week! 👀
“From Discarded to Designed” 🎨
Join us TOMORROW, Feb. 3, at 5PM for a fireside chat with sustainability-focused artist @nicolemclaughlin, a Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient and the creative behind a community of 800K+ followers.
She’ll share her creative journey, how passion projects turn into real brand partnerships, and how to transform your values into meaningful work!
📍 The Hub in the Daniels College of Business, Suite 155
What an unforgettable conversation and a full house to match! 🎶✨
Alongside the Newman Center for the Performing Arts, Entrepreneurship @ DU was honored to welcome @donwas —six-time Grammy-winning musician and President of @bluenoterecords —for a conversation on the art and business of music. Don shared insights on thoughtful leadership, building a lasting career, and staying true to your craft in an ever-evolving industry. The room was filled with an incredible mix of DU students, community members, entrepreneurs, and longtime Don Was fans. This special chat took place ahead of Don’s performance tonight with Don Was & The Pan-Detroit Ensemble at the Newman Center, making the collaboration even more meaningful.
Thank you to Don Was, the Newman Center, and everyone who joined us!
Got an app idea but no clue how to code? 👀
Come learn how to build an MVP without writing a single line of code.
Native Coding 101 is showing you how to turn ideas into apps using AI and no-code tools.
📅 Feb 2 | 5:30–7:30 PM | The Hub (DCB 155)
🔗 Check out the upcoming event link in bio to register!
Transform your idea into reality!
Join one of our three upcoming BASE Camp information sessions and discover how we can help you with finance, mentoring and practical support to plan your project this summer. 🌟
Learn more and register by scanning the QR code!
#BASECamp2026 #Entrepreneurship #Innovation
🎶 The Business of Music 🎶
Join us for a conversation with Don Was, President of Blue Note Records and six-time GRAMMY–winning bandleader of the Pan-Detroit Ensemble.
From analog records to streaming and live jazz clubs, Blue Note has stood the test of time for 86 years. Don`t miss the opportunity to hear Don`s perspective on how iconic brands evolve, what creative leadership really looks like, and where the music industry is headed next.
🗓️ Thursday, Jan. 29 | Noon
📍 Reiman Theater, Margery Reed Hall #113
🎟️ Register via link in bio!
#EntrepreneurshipDU #NewmanCenter
From discarded → designed ♻️👟
Join us Feb 3 at 5 PM for a conversation with @nicolemclaughlin, sustainable artist and designer, on creativity, reuse, and building a purpose-driven brand.
🎟️ Register through the link in our bio
📍 Reiman Theater | Margery Reed Hall #113
🎉 Reception to follow
#SustainableArtist #UpcycledDesign #EcoCreative #DesignInspiration #WearableArt #Forbes30Under30 #CreativeEntrepreneur
Learn how to master research for startup success
Calling all entrepreneurs! 📚 Join us on January 20 or January 26 at 4:00 PM MST in The Reiman Theater (MRH 113) for a hands-on workshop with reference librarian Brooky Parks. Learn how to leverage library research to validate ideas, understand customers, and build winning market strategies. Don’t miss out—your next big breakthrough starts here!
Scan the QR code to register now!
#EntrepreneurshipWorkshop #LibraryResearch #StartupTips
Transform ideas into action 🚀
Ready to bring your ideas to life? Join us for the Design Thinking & Ideation Workshop on January 14th! Discover practical steps to define problems, brainstorm solutions, and test your vision with expert guidance from John Sebesta.
Take the leap towards innovation. Your journey to building a successful business starts here!
#DesignThinking #InnovationWorkshop #IdeationToAction #Entrepreneurship #CreativeSolutions
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