Student organizations

Several organizations at the University are involved with entrepreneurial activities. Membership in the various clubs, including the following, enable students to expand their range of learning experiences, broaden their professional contacts, and make invaluable corporate and community connections.

• Entrepreneur and Venture Capital Club (EVCC) at the Olin School of Business connects MBA students, alumni, researchers, entrepreneurs, companies, and investors for the purpose of starting, working for, or advising new business ventures. The EVCC partners with the Skandalaris Center for many events throughout the year.
• The Life Sciences Club at the Olin School of Business supports and enhances students' education, involvement and career development in the health care and life sciences related industries through comprehensive educational programs, increased corporate outreach and active promotion of Olin's presence to target industries. The Skandalaris Center supports these efforts in conjunction with its focus area in the commercialization of early stage science.
• The Foundation of Undergraduate Student Entrepreneurs (F.U.S.E.) is a cross-campus student organization that delivers entrepreneurial learning to the student community. F.U.S.E. serves students with an interest in entrepreneurship to develop their awareness, understanding, and ability to become entrepreneurs, through events that allow members to learn and practice skills that will put their entrepreneurial pursuit on the fast track. One of the components of the organization is F.U.S.E. Consulting, whose mission is to connect students to early stage businesses needing affordable support.