Every great startup starts with a powerful problem, and now it’s your turn to define yours! Kaplan Institute's Startup Studio is hosting a hands-on workshop titled "Discover: Crafting a Powerful Problem Statement," where you’ll push past surface-level answers with the 5 Whys technique and uncover the real challenge worth solving. The event will be held in-person at Kaplan on Thursday, August 28, at 12:50–2 p.m.

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The Kaplan Institute is offering up to $2,300 to help you grow your business through the KI Catalyst Grant, powered by VentureWell. You can use the funds however you need whether it’s building your product, marketing, or expanding your team. You must apply by 5 p.m., August 22.

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Join us at the Kaplan Institute tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for Innovation Day! Your gateway to discovering groundbreaking ideas, connecting with innovators, and celebrating the entrepreneurial spirit of Illinois Tech. Pizza will be provided! Its not too late to RSVP

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Need a mid-day boost? Swing by Metropolis Café inside the Kaplan Institute tomorrow from 12:45–1:45 p.m. for a FREE pick-me-up! You'll also get the unique opportunity to meet Illinois Tech Trustees Doug Monieson and Brian Walker.

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Register and attend this Faculty Research Pitch Event on Friday, March 7, as part of the TechForward Initiative, where Illinois Tech faculty will showcase groundbreaking research in AI, battery technology, aviation cybersecurity, and more.

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Ready to join a dynamic research or startup team? Meet 10 exciting projects looking to hire fresh talent in tech! Join us on November 6, from 5–7 p.m. at the Kaplan Institute for this team building event to connect with startups filling crucial roles.

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Kaplan Institute is holding a live panel on October 25, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. as part of our TechForward initiative, aimed at accelerating the translation of university research into market-ready innovations. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, an aspiring investor, or faculty working on transformative research, join us to hear from research commercialization experts from our ecosystem. Our panelists will include investors and entrepreneurs in quantum computing, life sciences and climate tech.

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We sensed you needed a pick me up. Next Tuesday head over to the Metropolis Cafe located inside of the Kaplan Institute between 12:45–1:45 p.m. for a free drink!

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