​Cleveland State University

Location: Cleveland, OH
Institution Type: Public
Student Population: 16,000+

Cleveland State University empowers the next generation of entrepreneurs through unique opportunities, like the Weston Ideation Lab, and guiding students through a rich variety of resources, mentorship opportunities, and programs. They help student entrepreneurs learn how to succeed in the business world and how to be innovative thinkers. 

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Entrepreneurship Resources for Students

Weston Ideation Lab

​Provides students, faculty, alumni, and residents of Northeast Ohio to test their venture ideas, receive feedback, and develop entrepreneurial skills. Follow them on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. 

CSU TECH Hub

Provides students and faculty from all colleges the opportunity to learn how to ensure future technological advancements consider human, ethical, legal, and social implications.

Cleveland State University SBDC

Offers one-on-one counseling, training, quality-based assessments, technical assistance, and loan information for small businesses.

IoT Collaborative

The Internet of Things Collaborative acts as a socially responsible partner with the communities, industries, and government entities of Greater Cleveland. 

Dan T. Moore Maker Space

A design lab for students at Cleveland State University. Provides hands-on equipment for working on metal, wood, and plastic. 

Technology Transfer Office

Commercializes ​the University's scientific and technical research findings through efficient evaluation, management, and licensing. 

Signature Entrepreneurship Programs and Events

Startup Vikes

Students can experience entrepreneurship in action through team pitches, learning the Lean Launch Pad, and developing minimum viable products or services.

Weston Ideation Lab Holiday Pop-Up Shop

Students can showcase their businesses during Homecoming Week for an opportunity to sell their products. 

Community + Innovation + Technology Hackathon

Students can solve real world problems through collaboration, forming ideas, creating prototypes, evaluating designs, and pitching.

Side Hustle 101

Students can hear stories from entrepreneurs about how they started their side hustle and built a thriving business.

Every Film is a Startup

Provides business and film students an opportunity to gain experience and knowledge in the film side of business. Students can learn about internships, meet mentors, and more. 

Weston Ideation Lab Accelerator Internship Program 

A paid, 8-week summer internship program that assists student entrepreneurs with starting their venture.

Every Athlete is a Startup

Athletes at Cleveland State University can learn about entrepreneurship, personal branding, and how to market themselves in order to start earning a profit. 

Every Artist is a Startup

Coming soon to Cleveland State University for art and business students. 

Academic Programs

Entrepreneurship Minor 

Non-business and business students can gain experience in different entrepreneurial techniques, such as developing a business plan, using creativity, and developing a new product/venture. 

Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship

Can be completed by either non-business or business students at Cleveland State University, and requires students to complete four courses in entrepreneurship. 

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EEC Member Representatives

Colette Hart
Senior Director, Outreach and Engagement Centers
​EEC Board President
Responsible for developing innovative programs and outreach initiatives that serve students, faculty, alumni, and the Northeast Ohio Community.
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Lynn Buchinsky
Business Advisor Adjunct FacultY
Helps student entrepreneurs bring their ideas to life at the Weston Ideation Lab, and is the Business Advisor for the Ohio Small Business Development Center at Cleveland State University.
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