Mark your calendar for the climate, female founders and cross-campus prize nights of this season's New Venture Challenge (NVC 15). Each night, there will be a live pitch session where teams present to a panel of judges. Come support these teams and network with CU Boulder student, faculty and staff entrepreneurs.
For 14 years, the New Venture Challenge has been CU Boulder’s premier, cross-campus entrepreneurial program and competition, giving aspiring entrepreneurs the chance to build a startup through outstanding support and mentorship. Participants represent majors and departments from across the university. From undergraduates to graduates, PhD candidates to postdocs, and faculty to staff—everyone is invited to pitch their idea or watch and support.
Climate Prize Night
March 8 5:30–8 p.m. CMCI Studio
NVC 15 teams competing in our Climate Prize Night have a venture that tackles pressing climate change issues. Winners will receive a share of $10,000 in prize money.
Female Founders Prize Night
March 9 5:30–8 p.m. Imig Music, S102 Chamber Hall
Teams with founders who identify as female will be competing for funding at our NVC 15 Female Founder Prize Night. Winners will receive a share of $10,000 in prize money.
Cross-Campus Prize Night
March 14 5:30–8 p.m. Koelbel, Room 352
NVC 15 teams competing in our Cross-Campus Collaboration Prize Night have team founders from more than one CU Boulder college. Winners will receive a share of $10,000 in prize money.
