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
Start Something

By the Numbers

$105K
in non-dilutive grants given to student startups annually
450+
student startups helped by CWRU LaunchNet, Sears think[box] and Veale Institute
375+
alumni startups in our network

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