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  • Application Deadline: Fall 2026 I-Corps Program

    The National Science Foundation's I-Corps program supports teams working on ideas in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. The Polsky Center offers a local I-Corps program for teams including faculty, students, staff, and alumni from the University of Chicago, Argonne National Laboratory, Fermilab, the Marine Biological Laboratory, and Chicago-area universities. No previous business...

    • Faculty, Postdocs & Researchers
    • PhD & Other Graduate Students
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  • Application Deadline: Polsky Founders Circles

    The Polsky Center and the Harry L. Davis Center for Leadership at the University of Chicago present the Polsky Founders Circles, a virtual place where you can connect with fellow founders to take stock of your company's current challenges and opportunities and receive coaching from experts Ken Kelly, MBA '98, and Stephen Kohler, MBA '02....

    • Alumni
    • Polsky Founders Circles
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  • Application Deadline: Entrepreneurship for Science and Medicine

    Graduate students, post-doctoral scholars, researchers, and faculty conducting scientific research and study at UChicago, Argonne, and Fermilab are encouraged to apply for Entrepreneurship for Science and Medicine. This noncredit course will provide an introduction to the field of entrepreneurship, not only familiarizing participants with common topics and frameworks, but also introducing them to real-life entrepreneurs...

    • Faculty, Postdocs & Researchers
    • PhD & Other Graduate Students
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  • Application Deadline: New Business Start Support Program

    The Small Business Development Center's (SBDC) New Business Start Support Program guides aspiring entrepreneurs from idea to official business launch. Through structured weekly sessions, one-on-one advising, and hands-on compliance support, the program ensures that each client completes required registrations, conducts early business activities, and documents measurable economic impact. The program: - Supports clients in officially...

    • Local Business Owners
    • Members of the Public
    • Polsky Exchange Members
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  • Fall 2026 Collaboratorium

    Charles Harper Center - C25 5807 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    The Collaboratorium unites business students and scientists from leading Midwestern universities to form entrepreneurial teams and turn breakthrough ideas into real-world impact. Founded at the University of Chicago's Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, the event now convenes UChicago, Northwestern University, Purdue University, and the University of Wisconsin–Madison, showcasing cross-institutional strengths and supporting the regional...

    • Booth MBA Students
    • Booth MiM/MiF Students
    • Faculty, Postdocs & Researchers
    • PhD & Other Graduate Students
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  • Registration Closed: Fall 2026 Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) Discovery Cohort

    The Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) Discovery Cohort provides curated opportunities for students at Chicago Booth to explore ETA. This program is open to Chicago Booth MBA students, Master in Finance, and Master in Management students. Participation in the ETA Discovery Cohort serves as the next step for students who are considering ETA career paths. Interested...

    • Booth MBA Students
    • Booth MiM/MiF Students
    • PhD & Other Graduate Students
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  • College New Venture Challenge (CNVC): Application Workshop and Quick Pitch Event

    Charles M. Harper Center, 5807 S Woodlawn Ave, C01, Chicago, Illinois 60637 5807 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Undergraduate students interested in applying to the College New Venture Challenge (CNVC) are encouraged to attend this workshop. During the session, we’ll review the different components of the application and answer questions. Time will also be reserved for optional quick pitches where students can share their venture ideas and connect with peers.

    • College Students
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