Penn State 新肯辛顿 students are invited to participate in the upcoming 想法的挑战 pitch competition. No experience needed to take part in the initiative, which is part of the campus' goal to build students' innovative skill sets.
NEW KENSINGTON, Pa. - Penn State 新肯辛顿 students can turn their ideas into prize-winning pitches during the upcoming campus 想法的挑战. Led by the campus’ innovation hub, 角落里, the goal is to show how any student can harness their innovative mindset without the pressure of currently wanting or starting their own business.
“There are problems to be solved all around us that have the potential to impact lives in positive ways,” said Joanna Sutton, innovation coordinator with the 新肯辛顿 campus and 角落里. “The 想法的挑战 is a place for students to take the first step to explore innovation and entrepreneurship.”
Students at the campus do not have to major in business or be an entrepreneur to participate.
“All a student needs is an idea about something they would like to see improved,” explained Sutton. “It could be something in their daily routine they struggle to accomplish or a challenging social issue where they want to make an impact. All ideas are welcome!”
Participants will have access to workshops and mentoring throughout the process to learn valuable skills they can carry with them after graduation, no matter their major.
“Developing an entrepreneurial mindset can positively impact students both personally and professionally,萨顿说。. “The entrepreneurial mindset is one that is open-minded, collaborative and growth-oriented. These qualities are valued in every workplace and help every student find success as they work to create their own path.”
Individual students or small teams can still submit an application to participate in the 想法的挑战. Chosen finalists will deliver idea pitches in front of a panel of judges on Nov. 15, before attending an open reception at 角落里, located at 701 Fifth Avenue in downtown 新肯辛顿. Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place idea pitches. Complete details about the 想法的挑战 can be found on the program’s information webpage.
