Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute
@lassonde.utah.edu
Hub for student entrepreneurs and innovators at the University of Utah. Creators of #LassondeStudios. A division of the David Eccles School of Business. #LiveCreateLaunch 🚀
Thursday, Jan. 1 is the day to apply for a Get Seeded micro or regular grant for the January round of this program. All University of Utah students are encouraged to apply for a Get Seeded milestone grant to launch or grow a business. https://lassonde.utah.edu/getseeded
January 1, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Thursday, Jan. 1 is the day to apply for a Get Seeded micro or regular grant for the January round of this program. All University of Utah students are encouraged to apply for a Get Seeded milestone grant to launch or grow a business. https://lassonde.utah.edu/getseeded
Our spring events calendar is now available. We have grant opportunities, maker activities, workshops, social events, and more. Find the calendar here: https://lassonde.utah.edu/lassonde-events-calendar-spring-2026/
Lassonde Events Calendar: Spring 2026 | Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute | University of Utah
The Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute events calendar for spring 2026 is now available in print and online formats. See links below. We have many events and
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December 31, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Our spring events calendar is now available. We have grant opportunities, maker activities, workshops, social events, and more. Find the calendar here: https://lassonde.utah.edu/lassonde-events-calendar-spring-2026/
Our student leaders hosted 382 events in our programs at the University of Utah last year. Read more about this and other highlights in our FY 2025 annual report: https://lassonde.utah.edu/lassonde-entrepreneur-institute-fy-2025-annual-report/
December 30, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Our student leaders hosted 382 events in our programs at the University of Utah last year. Read more about this and other highlights in our FY 2025 annual report: https://lassonde.utah.edu/lassonde-entrepreneur-institute-fy-2025-annual-report/
Hours with Experts is open to all University of Utah students to get expert advice in many fields. Browse upcoming one-on-one sessions and register: lassonde.utah.edu/experts
December 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Hours with Experts is open to all University of Utah students to get expert advice in many fields. Browse upcoming one-on-one sessions and register: lassonde.utah.edu/experts
Hours with Experts is open to all University of Utah students to get expert advice in many fields. Browse upcoming one-on-one sessions and register: lassonde.utah.edu/experts
December 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Hours with Experts is open to all University of Utah students to get expert advice in many fields. Browse upcoming one-on-one sessions and register: lassonde.utah.edu/experts
Over 6,000 aspiring student entrepreneurs participated in our programs at the University of Utah last year. Read more about this and other highlights in our FY 2025 annual report: https://lassonde.utah.edu/lassonde-entrepreneur-institute-fy-2025-annual-report/
December 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Over 6,000 aspiring student entrepreneurs participated in our programs at the University of Utah last year. Read more about this and other highlights in our FY 2025 annual report: https://lassonde.utah.edu/lassonde-entrepreneur-institute-fy-2025-annual-report/
Attend the Applied AI for Entrepreneurs Summit at the University of Utah on Thursday, Jan. 22 to learn how to build smarter ventures with practical insights. All are welcome. Admission is free and includes breakfast & lunch. Register & learn more: https:/lassonde.utah.edu/summit
December 23, 2025 at 4:35 AM
Attend the Applied AI for Entrepreneurs Summit at the University of Utah on Thursday, Jan. 22 to learn how to build smarter ventures with practical insights. All are welcome. Admission is free and includes breakfast & lunch. Register & learn more: https:/lassonde.utah.edu/summit
Our spring events calendar is now available. We have grant opportunities, maker activities, workshops, social events, and more. Find the calendar here: https://lassonde.utah.edu/lassonde-events-calendar-spring-2026/
Lassonde Events Calendar: Spring 2026 | Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute | University of Utah
The Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute events calendar for spring 2026 is now available in print and online formats. See links below. We have many events and
lassonde.utah.edu
December 22, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Our spring events calendar is now available. We have grant opportunities, maker activities, workshops, social events, and more. Find the calendar here: https://lassonde.utah.edu/lassonde-events-calendar-spring-2026/
A limited set of University of Utah apparel by Laketti is now available. Learn more about the apparel, how to buy it, and this startup that graduated from the Master of Business Creation program at the U here: https://lassonde.utah.edu/limited-u-apparel-by-laketti/
Limited U Apparel by Laketti | Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute | University of Utah
There is something unmistakable about people who come through the University of Utah. You see it in the way they show up, the way they work, and the way
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December 19, 2025 at 11:15 PM
A limited set of University of Utah apparel by Laketti is now available. Learn more about the apparel, how to buy it, and this startup that graduated from the Master of Business Creation program at the U here: https://lassonde.utah.edu/limited-u-apparel-by-laketti/
European entrepreneurs can now enroll in the award-winning Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University of Utah. Eligible countries include Belgium, France, Luxembourg & Netherlands. Learn more: https://lassonde.utah.edu/master-of-business-creation-expands-to-europe/
Master of Business Creation Expands to Europe | Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute | University of Utah
European entrepreneurs can now apply to enroll from their home countries in the award-winning Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University
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December 19, 2025 at 3:10 AM
European entrepreneurs can now enroll in the award-winning Master of Business Creation (MBC) program at the University of Utah. Eligible countries include Belgium, France, Luxembourg & Netherlands. Learn more: https://lassonde.utah.edu/master-of-business-creation-expands-to-europe/
We awarded $650,000 in scholarships last year in our programs at the University of Utah. Read more about this and other highlights in our FY 2025 annual report: https://lassonde.utah.edu/lassonde-entrepreneur-institute-fy-2025-annual-report/
December 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM
We awarded $650,000 in scholarships last year in our programs at the University of Utah. Read more about this and other highlights in our FY 2025 annual report: https://lassonde.utah.edu/lassonde-entrepreneur-institute-fy-2025-annual-report/
Attend our next weekly Information Session & Tour on Friday, Dec. 19. Join us in person at 12:30-1:30pm or virtually at 2-2:30pm. Learn what Lassonde can offer you and tour #LassondeStudios. All are welcome. Register here: https://lassonde.utah.edu/visit
December 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Attend our next weekly Information Session & Tour on Friday, Dec. 19. Join us in person at 12:30-1:30pm or virtually at 2-2:30pm. Learn what Lassonde can offer you and tour #LassondeStudios. All are welcome. Register here: https://lassonde.utah.edu/visit
Win $75,000 💸 in cash & prizes in the 2025-26 Tim Draper Utah Entrepreneur Challenge. Students at colleges across Utah are welcome to enter this business-model competition. The application deadline is Feb. 19, 2026. Learn more: https://lassonde.utah.edu/uec
December 12, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Win $75,000 💸 in cash & prizes in the 2025-26 Tim Draper Utah Entrepreneur Challenge. Students at colleges across Utah are welcome to enter this business-model competition. The application deadline is Feb. 19, 2026. Learn more: https://lassonde.utah.edu/uec
#UofU ranks No. 2 for undergrad and No. 3 for grad entrepreneurship in the West in new rankings from Princeton Review. Read more: https://lassonde.utah.edu/u-of-utah-ranked-no-2-for-undergraduate-no-3-for-graduate-entrepreneurship-in-the-west-by-princeton-review/
U. of Utah Ranked No. 2 for Undergraduate & No. 3 for Graduate Entrepreneurship in the West by Princeton Review | Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute | University of Utah
The University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business is ranked No. 2 for undergraduate and No. 3 for graduate entrepreneurship education in the West
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December 11, 2025 at 5:05 PM
#UofU ranks No. 2 for undergrad and No. 3 for grad entrepreneurship in the West in new rankings from Princeton Review. Read more: https://lassonde.utah.edu/u-of-utah-ranked-no-2-for-undergraduate-no-3-for-graduate-entrepreneurship-in-the-west-by-princeton-review/
Attend our next weekly Information Session & Tour on Friday, Dec. 12. Join us in person at 12:30-1:30pm or virtually at 2-2:30pm. Learn what Lassonde can offer you and tour #LassondeStudios. All are welcome. Register here: https://lassonde.utah.edu/visit
December 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Attend our next weekly Information Session & Tour on Friday, Dec. 12. Join us in person at 12:30-1:30pm or virtually at 2-2:30pm. Learn what Lassonde can offer you and tour #LassondeStudios. All are welcome. Register here: https://lassonde.utah.edu/visit
For Mila Pimentel, the ocean has always been home. Growing up in Hawai‘i, swimwear wasn’t a wardrobe essential, it was part of her identity. She is the founder of SWYM, a brand making durable and affordable swimwear. Read more: https://lassonde.utah.edu/swym-redefining-swimwear-one-stitch-at-a-time/
SWYM: Redefining Swimwear, One Stitch at a Time | Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute | University of Utah
For Mila Pimentel, founder of SWYM and an entrepreneur and art student at the University of Utah, the ocean has always been home. Growing up in Hawai‘i,
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December 9, 2025 at 10:00 PM
For Mila Pimentel, the ocean has always been home. Growing up in Hawai‘i, swimwear wasn’t a wardrobe essential, it was part of her identity. She is the founder of SWYM, a brand making durable and affordable swimwear. Read more: https://lassonde.utah.edu/swym-redefining-swimwear-one-stitch-at-a-time/
192 students were safety trained in the Make Space at #LassondeStudios last year. Read more about this and other highlights in our FY 2025 annual report: https://lassonde.utah.edu/lassonde-entrepreneur-institute-fy-2025-annual-report/
December 8, 2025 at 10:00 PM
192 students were safety trained in the Make Space at #LassondeStudios last year. Read more about this and other highlights in our FY 2025 annual report: https://lassonde.utah.edu/lassonde-entrepreneur-institute-fy-2025-annual-report/
Calling all changemakers! Hult Prize is a global competition where students turn bold ideas into real impact. Think your startup can change the world? This is your stage! 👉 Register now at hultprize.org
December 8, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Calling all changemakers! Hult Prize is a global competition where students turn bold ideas into real impact. Think your startup can change the world? This is your stage! 👉 Register now at hultprize.org
We have events planned for the week of Dec. 7-13. All students at the University of Utah are welcome to participate. Find events and details at https://lassonde.utah.edu/calendar.
December 7, 2025 at 10:55 AM
We have events planned for the week of Dec. 7-13. All students at the University of Utah are welcome to participate. Find events and details at https://lassonde.utah.edu/calendar.
Attend a Master of Business Creation Virtual Info Session on Monday, Dec. 8, 12-1 pm to learn more about this unique degree program for serious entrepreneurs committed to building a sustainable, profitable company. Register here: http://eccles.link/mbcinfo
December 6, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Attend a Master of Business Creation Virtual Info Session on Monday, Dec. 8, 12-1 pm to learn more about this unique degree program for serious entrepreneurs committed to building a sustainable, profitable company. Register here: http://eccles.link/mbcinfo
Aiden Alringer and Kaleb Begg are the founders of Campus Connect, a student-run company that finds gaps in the university’s dining experience and fills them with local solutions. Read more: https://lassonde.utah.edu/campus-connect-fueling-campus-with-local-options/
Campus Connect: Fueling Campus with Local Options | Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute | University of Utah
What started with a simple game of pool has now become a company focused on connecting local businesses with the University of Utah community. Students
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December 6, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Aiden Alringer and Kaleb Begg are the founders of Campus Connect, a student-run company that finds gaps in the university’s dining experience and fills them with local solutions. Read more: https://lassonde.utah.edu/campus-connect-fueling-campus-with-local-options/
Attend our next weekly Information Session & Tour on Friday, Dec. 5. Join us in person at 12:30-1:30pm or virtually at 2-2:30pm. Learn what Lassonde can offer you and tour #LassondeStudios. All are welcome. Register here: https://lassonde.utah.edu/visit
December 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Attend our next weekly Information Session & Tour on Friday, Dec. 5. Join us in person at 12:30-1:30pm or virtually at 2-2:30pm. Learn what Lassonde can offer you and tour #LassondeStudios. All are welcome. Register here: https://lassonde.utah.edu/visit
We provided 44,000 cups of free coffee during the last year at #LassondeStudios. Read more about this and other highlights in our FY 2025 annual report: https://lassonde.utah.edu/lassonde-entrepreneur-institute-fy-2025-annual-report/
December 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM
We provided 44,000 cups of free coffee during the last year at #LassondeStudios. Read more about this and other highlights in our FY 2025 annual report: https://lassonde.utah.edu/lassonde-entrepreneur-institute-fy-2025-annual-report/
Tuesday, Dec. 2, is the last day students can access the Make Space until it reopens for the spring 2026 semester. https://lassonde.utah.edu/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D187311150
December 1, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Tuesday, Dec. 2, is the last day students can access the Make Space until it reopens for the spring 2026 semester. https://lassonde.utah.edu/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D187311150
Attend our next weekly Lassonde Start Session on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 12:15-1pm at #LassondeStudios. We will facilitate a conversation to answer questions, point you to resources, and help you create an action plan. Register here: https://lassonde.utah.edu/start
December 1, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Attend our next weekly Lassonde Start Session on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 12:15-1pm at #LassondeStudios. We will facilitate a conversation to answer questions, point you to resources, and help you create an action plan. Register here: https://lassonde.utah.edu/start