You can be a CWRU Entrepreneur
Housed in the Sears think[box], the Veale Institute for Entrepreneurship and CWRU LaunchNET are here to accelerate, build and scale the entrepreneurial ecosystem at CWRU and beyond.
Start Something at the Veale Institute
From jobs and internship connections to clubs and fellowships, CWRU has plenty of opportunities for you to start exploring and building your path towards becoming an entrepreneur.
- Learn about education opportunities
- Attend an event or workshop
- Find startup resources

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Support CWRU Entrepreneurs
The CWRU Alumni Venture Fund develops and accelerates the entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem including students, faculty and alumni. Our students are at the forefront of the investment process. And that’s a win-win for everyone.
Recent News
In Memory of Bob Sopko
April 10, 2025If you were at the Morgenthaler-Pavey Startup Competition this week, you may have seen our video tribute honoring the memory of Bob…
Announcing the Winners of the 2025 Morgenthaler-Pavey Startup Competition!
April 09, 2025On April 8, the Veale Institute for Entrepreneurship hosted the 2025 Morgenthaler-Pavey Startup Competition at the Sears think[box…
Register for Entrepreneurship Courses in Fall 2025!
April 09, 2025Registration for Fall 2025 is underway and we are excited to highlight some of the courses in entrepreneurship topics from our…

Open-access Makerspace
The Sears think[box] is an iconic seven-story, 50,000-square-foot facility at CWRU. It’s a world-class entrepreneurship ecosystem that welcomes thousands of visitors each year. It’s also the home of CWRU Entrepreneurship.
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