Kaplan Institute Archive

  • Attend Scavenger Hunt on January 18 at the Kaplan Institute

    Attend Scavenger Hunt on January 18 at the Kaplan Institute

    Kaplan Institute will be holding a scavenger hunt on Thursday, January 18, from 12:45 - 1:45pm to kick off the start of the spring semester. Put your wits to the test, solve clues about the Kaplan Institute, and meet new people during the lunch hour.

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  • Free Coffee at Kaplan Institute This Thursday, November 16

    Free Coffee at Kaplan Institute This Thursday, November 16

    Come to the Metropolis Cafe located inside of the cafe Thursday, November 16, between 12:45 and 1:45 p.m. and grab yourself a free drink.

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  • Apply to Startup Accelerator Program by December 1 to Launch Your Entrepreneurial Dreams

    Apply to Startup Accelerator Program by December 1 to Launch Your Entrepreneurial Dreams

    The Startup Accelerator program, taught by the Kaplan Institute for Innovation and Tech Entrepreneurship in partnership with the Stuart School of Business, can help turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality. This tailored program equips you with the skills and support needed to launch your startup successfully. Apply by December 1 for a chance to gain invaluable entrepreneurial skills, pitch your startup to real investors, earn academic credit, and receive mentorship from industry experts.

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  • Chances to Network During Innovation Day on December 1

    Chances to Network During Innovation Day on December 1

    Attend Innovation Day on Friday, December 1, from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. at the Ed Kaplan Family Institute for Innovation and Tech Entrepreneurship! Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a tech enthusiast, or simply curious about the future, Innovation Day is the perfect opportunity to connect with our industry partners, network with like-minded individuals, and gain valuable insights into the latest trends and advancements! Register to attend here.

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  • Apply For Startup Accelerator Program By December 1 Deadline

    Apply For Startup Accelerator Program By December 1 Deadline

    The deadline to apply for the Startup Accelerator program is fast approaching December 1. Every spring semester, the Ed Kaplan Family Institute for Innovation and Tech Entrepreneurship collaborates with Stuart School of Business to offer this tailored program that equips students with the necessary tools and support to jump-start their ventures.

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  • Live Moldmaking Demo With Reynolds Advanced Materials on November 1

    Live Moldmaking Demo With Reynolds Advanced Materials on November 1

    Come to the Kaplan Institute on November 1 from 10 a.m. to noon for a live demonstration featuring Reynolds Advanced Materials, the trusted retail arm of Smooth-On silicone products. This event is perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs, artists, craftsmen, prop makers, designers, or just anyone curious about the magic of mold making and casting.

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  • Kaplan Institute Holds ‘The Future of Chicago Venture’ Panel Discussion on November 2

    Kaplan Institute Holds ‘The Future of Chicago Venture’ Panel Discussion on November 2

    On November 2 from 2–3:30 p.m., Kaplan Institute is excited to welcome a panel of experts from Chicago's tech innovation and venture community. Hear them share their insights, experiences, and visions for the future of Chicago's venture landscape and gain valuable knowledge about emerging trends that are reshaping the city's entrepreneurial scene.

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  • Innovation, Technology, and Research: Opportunities and Challenges to International Development

    Innovation, Technology, and Research: Opportunities and Challenges to International Development

    Please join the Institute of Design in welcoming Mohamed Abdel-Kader, chief innovation officer and executive director for the Innovation, Technology, and Research (ITR) Hub at the United States Agency for International Development, hosted by Weslynne Ashton, professor of environmental management and sustainability and co-director of the Food Systems Action Lab. Abdel-Kader will lead a presentation and discussion on “Innovation, Technology, and Research: Opportunities and Challenges to International Development.” This event will take place on Wednesday, October 18, from 1–2 p.m. in Steelcase West of the Ed Kaplan Family Institute for Innovation and Tech Entrepreneurship.

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  • Kaplan Institute Holding Workshop on How to Build a Landing Page

    Kaplan Institute Holding Workshop on How to Build a Landing Page

    Join the Kaplan Institute on October 5 from 12:40–1:50 p.m. where, in just one hour, you will learn how to create a landing page—a simple, single-page website—all you need to tap the market and test demand for your product or service. Doing a simple experiment to test demand for your offering is one of the requirements to apply for Kaplan Institute's Startup Accelerator in the spring. This hands-on workshop will show you a simple way to meet that requirement.

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  • Free Coffee at Kaplan Institute Next Tuesday, September 19

    Free Coffee at Kaplan Institute Next Tuesday, September 19

    Stop by the Metropolis Cafe located inside the Kaplan Institute between 12:45–1:45 p.m. Tuesday, September 19, for a free drink. You'll also have the opportunity to network and mingle with Illinois Tech's Camras Scholars along with trustees Doug Monieson, Pete Wilkins, and Mike Galvin during the hour.

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