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How A-State Can Help

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 encouragesis students from all academic disciplinesworking to exploreexpand entrepreneurshipopportunities throughfor business-plan competitions, innovation challenges, mentoring, and other experiential learning opportunities.

Whether you have an existing business idea, arestudents interested in developinginnovation, 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 Cupentrepreneurship, and other student entrepreneurshipbusiness-plan competitions.

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Can't attend live? We'll make information and resources available here following the session.

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