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Center for Innovative Entrepreneurial Leadership

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Innovation Launchpad

Â鶹ÊÓƵ is more than just a campus; it's where you'll ignite your potential and innovate your future. Our distinctive liberal arts education is meticulously designed to cultivate critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills that define the Â鶹ÊÓƵ experience. You'll sharpen these essential skills, learning to spot opportunities others miss, effortlessly connect diverse ideas, and lead dynamic teams. We foster a vibrant community of lifelong learners and connectors, preparing students to drive innovation and thought leadership across every industry. Our engaged and successful alumni who often serve as coaches and mentors, have built impactful organizations and shaped industries in a meaningful way. They are living proof of these deeply ingrained skills and the transformative power of a Â鶹ÊÓƵ education.

Contact

Office Location: Beck Hall 137
Email: tcadenhead [at] gustavus.edu (tcadenhead@gustavus.edu)Ìý
Phone: (507) 933-6273
Director: Tara Cadenhead

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Academic Offerings

Our academic offerings are designed to ignite students' innovative spirit and equip you with the skills to lead in a dynamic world. Explore Business Management courses in Entrepreneurship & Innovation, or pursue a minor in Arts Entrepreneurship. Apply to the Innovation Scholars Program for hands-on experience developing groundbreaking ideas or engage with the Johnson Center for Environmental Innovation to foster sustainable solutions. We also provide Internship Support,  Job Exploration, and opportunities to engage with industry experts to apply classroom learning in the real world.

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Student-Led Extracurricular Activities

Beyond the classroom, students' innovation journey thrives with GIECO (Â鶹ÊÓƵ Innovation + Entrepreneurship Club and Opportunities). This dynamic student-led club provides a vibrant space for aspiring innovators and entrepreneurs to connect, collaborate, and transform ideas into reality. GIECO members organize engaging events, bring in panels of industry guest speakers, help manage the annual Gustie Cup competition, and coordinate valuable off-campus experiences.

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Alumni & Industry Engagement

Looking for ways to get involved?  Reach out so we can match your time and talents in the best way possible. If you with to provide financial support for our programming, learn more about the Friends of Innovation fund through the Advancement Office.

 

Sponsored and supported by

George Torrey Endowment Fund  |  Mansergh-Stuessy Fund   | Â鶹ÊÓƵ alumni and community coaches, mentors, and donors



Alumni Advisors

John Bergstrom & Dan Little


Strategic Partnerships
  |   &   |   Hormel Institute  |    |    

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