2019 College New Venture Challenge Finalists Announced

The Polsky Center is pleased to announce the six teams advancing to the finals of the 2019 College New Venture Challenge (CNVC). The CNVC is the College track of the university’s business launch program, the Edward L. Kaplan, ’71, New Venture Challenge (NVC).

The following teams will present to a panel of distinguished judges and compete for prizes – which includes $50,000 in cash prizes and in-kind services – on Wednesday, March 13. This event is open to all members of the UChicago community and the public. It is encourage to register and arrive early as space will be available on a first come, first served basis. >>

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