NDSU Center for Entrepreneurship and Family Business

2024 Spring Commencement
2024-05-11 14:00 - 15:00 UTC

Banff Systems Summit
2024-05-27 - 2024-05-29

Deadline: Early-Entry Scholarships
2024-07-31
Learn more here: https://ndsu-cefb.com/early-entry/

P2P Team Leader Applications Open
2024-08-01 - 2024-09-13
Problems to Possibilities applications for the 2024-2025 academic year are now open. Learn more and apply at thinkp2p.org.

Emerging Alumni Program
2024-08-08 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Hear speaker Bree Langemo present “Leading With an Entrepreneurial Mindset” at NDSU Barry Hall in Downtown Fargo. Learn more at ndsufoundation.com,

Deadline to Apply to NDSU - Fall 2024
2024-08-15
Apply here: https://www.ndsu.edu/apply

Classes begin at 4:00 p.m.
2024-08-26

College of Business Resource Fair
2024-08-26 08:30 - 10:00 (America/Chicago)
A resource fair for incoming freshmen. Join us in The Louise Barry Auditorium at Barry Hall!

First Full Day of Classes
2024-08-27

Kaye's Closet: Free Professional Business Clothes
2024-09-06 09:00 - 15:00, 2024-09-19 09:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-01 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Students are encouraged to swing by Barry Hall 20 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. during our “Pop-up Pantry” events to “shop” our carefully curated racks of professional clothes. Students may select (and keep) professional business wear items that have been donated to Kaye’s Closet. There’s something for everyone! Student ID required.

Innovation for Social Change: Entrepreneurial Thinking for Nonprofits
2024-09-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Leah Kral presents, “Innovation for Social Change – How Wildly Successful Nonprofits Inspire and Deliver Results” in the Human Progress and Flourishing Workshop. This event is free and open to all members of the NDSU community and the public. Attend In Person | Attend Virtually

Startup Regional Pitch Competition
2024-09-11
Applications are due for the Startup Regional Pitch Competition on August 21! The competition takes place on September 11. USA Regional Fargo | Startup World Cup

Autonomous Nation 2024
2024-09-12 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Autonomous Nation, energized by Grand Farm, is a conference that brings together the best and brightest minds in the autonomous industry. Join influential stakeholders, industry entrepreneurs, and innovators leading the way in advancing autonomous technology!

Deadline: P2P Team Leader Application
2024-09-13

Great Plains I-Corps Innovation Week
2024-09-16 - 2024-09-20
A week-long series featuring workshops, panel discussions, and networking events. Designed for entrepreneurs at all stages of their business development! Learn more here: https://gp-icorps.org/events/innovation-week/

Homecoming
2024-09-16 - 2024-09-21
Join in the fun and excitement of NDSU Homecoming 2024! Learn more at ndsu.edu/homecoming.

Bison Strong: Suicide Prevention Week
2024-09-22 - 2024-09-27
The President’s Council for Campus Well-Being is excited to announce the upcoming Bison Strong: Suicide Prevention Week (September 22-27). All members of the NDSU campus-community are invited to take part in the events. Detailed information about the events, and how to register to participate, can be found on posters and digital displays around campus or the PCCW https://www.ndsu.edu/presidentscouncil/resources_events/bison_strong_ndsu_suicide_prevention_week/

Fall Career Expo
2024-09-25
Fall Career Expo takes over the Fargodome. All majors in all years are encouraged to attend. There will be over 250 employers looking to meet you. Even if you’re not ready to look for a job or internship, you should attend to start learning about potential employers. You can also do a free professional headshot at this event. Please dress appropriately!

Democracy and Entrepreneurship: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
2024-09-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Daniel Bennett presents, “Democracy and Entrepreneurship: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly” in the Human Progress and Flourishing Workshop. This event is free and open to all members of the NDSU community and the public. The workshop format includes a 40-minute presentation followed by audience Q&A. After the presentation, light food and refreshments will be served in the Challey School of Music Atrium.
Daniel Bennett is Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship, Director of the Entrepreneurship PhD program, and Associate Director of the Center for Free Enterprise at the University of Louisville. He is also an editor at Small Business Economics.
In-Person: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/democracy-and-entrepreneurship-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly-tickets-965272033637?aff=oddtdtcreator
Virtually: https://ndsu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fG0yKKwTT02BPKCHKfXfFA#/registration

Deadline: Fellowship Mentors
2024-09-30
Are you interested in becoming a mentor for an aspiring student entrepreneur?

We are excited to kick-off our 2024-2025 Possibility Fellowship program. This year’s cohort of Fellows is an extremely talented group of students brimming with ideas and excitement! We have undergrads, masters, and doctoral students representing all NDSU Colleges. Your experience and insights could provide invaluable guidance to a student as they navigate the challenges of developing their ideas.

Please complete this form if you are interested: https://ndstate.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8evO24nV6LGu1Ya

Prairie Capital Summit
2024-10-01
Join Emerging Prairie at the Prairie Capital Summit on October 1st, 2024, and be a part of a community that’s driving innovation and economic growth in the area.

Founders Retreat - Fall 2024
2024-10-02 - 2024-10-04
Calling all founders! Emerging Prairie’s annual fall Founders Retreat will allow you to take time to relax in an unplugged environment, build connections to other entrepreneurs, and reset your thinking. Throughout your stay there will be large and small group activities, time to reflect, and informal time to build relationships.

Marketing and Sales Hiring Fair
2024-10-02 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Marketing and Sales Hiring Fair will be held in the Louise Auditorium in Barry Hall from 9am-12pm. This career event is open to all business majors with special emphasis on sales and marketing students. Students are not required to be currently looking for a job to attend. You’re welcome to attend to network and learn more about firms for potential employment in years to come. Please dress appropriately!

Discover NDSU
2024-10-17 - 2024-10-18
Discover NDSU is our largest visit event of the year. During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to tour our facilities, meet with students and professors, and gain insights into academic life, student involvement, scholarships, and other opportunities available to NDSU students.
https://www.ndsu.edu/discover

Great Plains I-Corp Hubwide Gathering
2024-10-20 - 2024-10-21

Emerging Alumni Program: Leading with an Entrepreneurial Mindset
2024-10-29 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
Join fellow emerging alumni in Fargo for the final #EAP2024 event of the year! Hear from Bree Langemo, director of the Center for Entrepreneurship and assistant professor of law and entrepreneurship at Concordia College. Plus, connect with peers and colleagues at Richard H. Barry Hall in downtown Fargo! Snacks and refreshments will be served. Learn more: https://ndsufoundation.com/emerging-alumni

Fargo Holiday Pride of Dakota Showcase
2024-11-01 - 2024-11-02
The North Dakota Department of Agriculture and the Bank of North Dakota College SAVE Plan proudly present the Fargo Holiday Pride of Dakota Showcase!
Friday & Saturday November 1st & 2nd at the Scheels Arena 5225 31st Ave S in Fargo.
Find something for everyone on your holiday list or stock up on your favorite North Dakota-made products while meeting some of your local entrepreneurs. You will find unique products, including gourmet food, art, books, jewelry, sporting goods, home decor, apparel, children, pet items, and much more!
Admission continues to be free thanks to the Bank of North Dakota College SAVE Plan!
Shopping hours (CT): Friday 12pm – 8pm, Saturday 9 am – 5 pm
Santa’s Hours (CT): Friday 1pm – 7pm, Saturday 10am – 4pm

Elevate Conference
2024-11-14
Get ready to level up at the Elevate Conference – a day full of inspiration, growth, and networking! Hosted by Emerging Digital Academy in Fargo, ND.
