Idea Test Lab is an early-stage entrepreneurship course to enable founders to determine if there is business value in an idea. Each of the five sessions will focus on different entrepreneurial design topics such as value proposition, identifying the customer's problem, competition, and market analysis. This course outline provides a structured approach, using the Wendy Kennedy Methodology (WKI), to guiding participants through the crucial stages of startup ideation, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of market dynamics, customer needs, and competition. Idea Test Lab wraps up with a Demo Day, where founders have the opportunity to showcase their business idea to community members, students, and other founders.   Qualifications Early-stage (ideation stage) company   High impact technology   Relevant to cohort technology sector  Able to attend the 4 sessions and the Demo Day  Time Commitment  Five weeks - One 3-hour session per week for five weeks, followed by a Demo Day. If you cannot make the sessions in person, there is a hybrid option, but Demo Day is in person.  What’s in it for YOU? Connections to a network of UNCW community and ecosystem partners   CIE coworking membership for the duration of 2025 Mentorship and guidance; access to CIE mentors  Validation of ideas using WKI tools Identify value proposition  Cohort experience – joining a cohort allows you to learn from experiences of other entrepreneurs and share challenges  Post-program support  The opportunity to receive up to $5K to put towards your company!What types of ideas or companies are applicable to the Biotech/HealthTech Idea Test Lab cohort?Biotech/HealthTech examples include, but are not limited to: novel therapeutics, diagnostic tools, biomanufacturing, digital health, remote patient monitoring, medical devices, healthcare access solutions, and clinical workflow tools. BIOTECH/HEALTHTECH applications are open until September 30, 2025. APPLY HEREHosted by: Center for Innovation and EntrepreneurshipAdditional Information can be found at: https://uncw.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11605221

The Ocean Innovation Conference unites the deep research expertise of UNCW, the dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem of southeastern North Carolina, and the passion of people who care deeply about our ocean and coastal communities. The goal? To spark something great, whether it’s marine biotechnology, alternative materials, living shoreline projects, ocean data science, or emerging innovations we’ve yet to imagine. Join thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers to explore bold ideas and develop new solutions for our oceans and waterways. Keynotes include best selling author Deborah Westphal and World Surfing Champion Shaun Tomson.    Students, email cie@uncw.edu to get your discount code and register for free here: https://uncw.edu/research/centers/innovation-entrepreneurship/events-programs/programs/ocean-innovation/Hosted by: Center for Innovation and EntrepreneurshipAdditional Information can be found at: https://uncw.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11350818

The Ocean Innovation Conference unites the deep research expertise of UNCW, the dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem of southeastern North Carolina, and the passion of people who care deeply about our ocean and coastal communities. The goal? To spark something great, whether it’s marine biotechnology, alternative materials, living shoreline projects, ocean data science, or emerging innovations we’ve yet to imagine. Join thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers to explore bold ideas and develop new solutions for our oceans and waterways.   Students, email cie@uncw.edu to get your discount code and register for free here: https://uncw.edu/research/centers/innovation-entrepreneurship/events-programs/programs/ocean-innovation/ Sign up today to access the conference virtually and to participate in the live-streamed conference. The live stream will begin at 8:30 a.m. on September 30th. Some virtual Innovation Fair booths booths will be available, and questions will be taken from the virtual participants for keynotes and panels.  Why Attend the Ocean Innovation Conference Virtually?🌊 Access cutting-edge ocean innovation content from anywhere – no travel required.🌟 Hear from national thought leaders like best-selling author Deborah Westphal, back by popular demand and Shaun Tomson.🔍 Explore real-world solutions in bluetech and sustainable ocean economies.🤝 Engage with an international community of ocean innovators, entrepreneurs, and researchers.💬 Interact live with other participants, speakers, and innovators through the conference's dynamic virtual platform.🧭 Visit virtual booths hosted by sponsors, startups, and research organizations to discover tools, tech, and opportunities.💻 Enjoy interactive sessions—tune in live or catch key segments on your schedule.🌐 Be part of the movement shaping the future of our coasts, marine industries, and communities.🎓 Ideal for professionals, students, startups, and anyone curious about the ocean economy.Hosted by: Center for Innovation and EntrepreneurshipAdditional Information can be found at: https://uncw.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11350810

We realize how challenging it can be to focus on your studies if you are worried about the basic necessities - like how to pay for food. At Hawk’s Harvest, our goal is to make food available for UNCW students who are experiencing food insecurity*, no questions asked. So stop by and grab some groceries during our shopping hours – we have all your favorites on hand, like mac ‘n cheese, pasta, cereal and more.   *Food insecurity is the limited or uncertain availability of nutritionally adequate and safe foods, or limited or uncertain ability to acquire acceptable foods in socially acceptable ways.   (Definition is from the Life Sciences Research Office, S.A. Andersen, ed., "Core Indicators of Nutritional State for Difficult to Sample Populations," The Journal of Nutrition 120:1557S-1600S, 1990.)   For more information and campus and community resources, check out our website HERE!Hosted by: Hawk's Harvest Food PantryAdditional Information can be found at: https://uncw.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11410933

Interested in learning more about the recovery resources that are available in the Wilmington community? Come visit our Recovery Resource fair to get connected! Hosted by: Collegiate Recovery CommunityAdditional Information can be found at: https://uncw.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11389802

Seahawk Swap Shop is a FREE store open to all UNCW students, faculty, and staff with a One Card. We have just about anything: clothing and accessories, household décor and office supplies, kitchen items and small appliances. There is NO COST to shop, and you DO NOT need to bring something to get something.    You can find us in the Warwick Building past the Office of Sustainability in Warwick 177. Hosted by: Sustainability Peer EducatorsAdditional Information can be found at: https://uncw.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11404497