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Student Entrepreneur

Student Wins $10K, Title of ‘Best Student Entrepreneur in the U.S.’

by | Feb 12, 2018
There was no lack of creativity when it came to the ideas proposed at the Global Student Entrepreneurship Awards. Businesses ranged from an outdoor adventure company, to fast-casual dining chains, to napkins that can detect date rape drugs.
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Festival of Ideas
UTA Festival of Ideas: There’s ‘No One Path’ to Becoming an Entrepreneur
by | Feb 12, 2018
The annual event hosted by UTA empowered youth to take that leap of faith to become their own boss no matter what they’re passionate about.
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alzheimer's
Discovery: New Hope for Extending Brain Function, UTD Testing Unique Education Method for Physics
by | Feb 9, 2018
Every day, researchers and scientists across North Texas are discovering new things to improve our health and make our lives easier. Here are some of their stories.
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Tech Titans
Innovators Wanted: Tech Titans Seeks North Texas Tech Leaders to Honor
by | Feb 9, 2018
Nominations are being sought by Tech Titans in 14 awards categories. Winners will honored at a gala in August.
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grant program
Texas Woman’s University Announces Grant Program for Female Entrepreneurs
by | Feb 5, 2018
The university's Center for Women in Business will award $5,000 grants. Applications are due by Feb. 23.
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wildlife
UTD Collaborates With Texas Parks and Wildlife to Teach Middle Schoolers
by | Feb 2, 2018
UTeach Dallas students connect bass fishing, genetics and math in creative lesson plans for kids.
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On Tap: Trend, BrainHealth Lecture & LinkedIn Local
Browse our curated selection of events to plan your next week — and beyond.
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LaunchAbility

My Possibilities, LaunchAbility Merge for Greater Impact

by | Jan 30, 2018
The nonprofits will operate under the My Possibilities name to help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities with job training and placement.
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chemistry
Texas Woman’s University’s Chemistry Program Featured in National Review
by | Jan 29, 2018
The Association of American Colleges and Universities recently recognized TWU’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry for exceptional civic learning engagement.
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The Altruists: North Texans Are Making Social Innovation Their Mission
by | Jan 26, 2018
From national nonprofits launched out of homes to game-changing ideas that have cultivated millions of dollars for the nonprofit sector, the region is a launch pad for numerous movers and shakers who are making a significant communal impact.
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Dallas ISD Spanish Teacher a Contender for $1M Global Teacher Prize
by | Jan 25, 2018
The award is given annually to an educator who has made an incredible impact on their profession.
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Pitch Perfect: North Texas Events Boosting Entrepreneurial Ideas

From formalized accelerator pitch days for startups to events encouraging social innovation, here are the notable events helping bring ideas to reality in North Texas.
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The Altruists
Movers + Shakers:
North Texas Social Innovators You Should Know
by | Jan 22, 2018
Dallas-Fort Worth is home to dozens of creatives who are changing the face of urban planning, social, and educational innovation.
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On Tap: Dallas ISD STEM Expo, Living Lab Launch & Uptown Dallas Anniversary
Browse our curated selection of events to plan your next week — and beyond.
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Musician and money stave
UNT Student’s Music, Accounting Skills Add Up to New Business
by | Jan 18, 2018
Kyle McKay founded his company, The Musician’s Bookkeeper, after recognizing a common thread among his musical peers — a need for financial services.
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