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03/09/2026
We’re thrilled to announce the semi-finalists for this year’s $80k New Venture Competition in the Social Impact Track!
These incredible teams are one step closer to the finals, showcasing innovative ideas and ventures that are pushing boundaries and creating real-world impact.
Stay tuned as they continue their journey in the competition!
🔗To read more about the teams and their ventures, click here the link in our bio
01/28/2026
If you haven’t yet submitted an NVC application, now is your chance! The deadline to apply to the competition has been extended. Applications are now due February 1.
💡The $80k New Venture Competition provides invaluable coaching on participants’ ideas and pitches, tips on building essential founder and team-building skills, media exposure, and so much more. The competition is open to all BU students and Class of 2025 alumni.
🔗 Click the link in our bio to apply!
01/27/2026
Join us TOMORROW for the first Pitch & Pizza of the spring semester!
Students pitch their ideas in 60 seconds to a panel of judges, while YOU stomp, clap and cheer to support your favorites. Shark Tank-style, but faster, louder, and more fun. And as the title suggests... there will be free pizza 🍕
📅 Wednesday, January 28
🕔 5:30 PM
📍 Innovate@BU (730 Commonwealth Ave)
🔗 Register to attend or pitch by scanning the QR code or clicking the link in our bio!
Applications are open for the spring cohort of the First-Year Innovation Fellowship!
Find your community, learn new skills, and have fun! No entrepreneurship experience is required.
Early decision deadline is Dec 8. Learn more and apply with the link in our bio 🎉
10/20/2025
📣 Calling all BU students! Have an idea for how BU Terriers can improve their wellbeing? Submit your idea for a Wellbeing Innovation Seed Grant and you could get $500 and individualized mentorship for making it real!
Come to the info session Oct 24 to help you prepare your application before the Nov 2 deadline.
Proud to be partnering with on this brand new opportunity.
More information is in our bio ➡️
07/28/2025
Meet Team Sciterest! 🧠
With millions of research papers published every year, staying up to date shouldn’t feel like a full-time job. What if there was a smarter, faster way to discover the science that matters?
Led by Zhen Jiang (Questrom ’26), Sciterest is helping researchers, students, and curious minds stay connected to what’s next in science.
07/17/2025
Meet Busy Bee Refills! 🐝
Founded by Christa Campbell (Questrom ’25), Busy Bee is a smart, sensor-based subscription service for household essentials.
Using refillable, weight-sensing jars, they automatically track your supply levels and reorder items when you’re running low. No overordering, no last-minute store runs.
Designed for eco-conscious urban families, Busy Bee partners with sustainable brands to make everyday refills seamless, smart, and planet-friendly.