Innovation & Entrepreneurship at Arkansas State University
Explore Opportunities. Develop Ideas. Build Your Future.
Innovation and entrepreneurship aren't just about starting businesses. They're opportunities to develop practical skills, explore new ideas, collaborate with others, and gain experiences that can strengthen your career prospects.
Arkansas State University encourages students from all academic disciplines to explore entrepreneurship through business-plan competitions, innovation challenges, mentoring, and other experiential learning opportunities.
Whether you have an existing business idea, are interested in developing something new, or simply want to gain valuable professional experience, there are opportunities to get involved.
Upcoming Event: Student Entrepreneurship Information Session
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | 4:00 p.m. | Virtual (Microsoft Teams)
Interested in competing for cash prizes, developing a business idea, or building skills that can help you stand out to employers?
Join us for an introduction to the Arkansas Governor's Cup and other student entrepreneurship competitions.
Topics will include:
- What Governor's Cup is and how students can participate.
- Opportunities to compete for cash prizes.
- How participation can strengthen your résumé and professional skills.
- Resources and mentoring available through A-State.
- Other entrepreneurship competitions and opportunities.
Students from all majors are welcome. No prior entrepreneurship experience is necessary to attend.
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Can't attend live? We'll make information and resources available here following the session.