Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship helps students build the skill set to start a successful business, including product development, fundraising, and commercialization strategies.
Profoundly Different Uniquely Texas State
We believe an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset fosters an intellectual confidence that empowers and inspires creative solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
38k+
Undergraduate and Graduate Students
10
colleges devoted to research, creativity and education.
40
elements in our growing ecosystem
Inspiring the next generation of thinkers and doers
We engage, educate and empower students, faculty, and alumni to become great innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders.
"Innovation doesn’t have to be something radically different. You can take something old to create something new and still have a big impact."
Cedrik Chavez, former Adidas intern
A team of Texas State staff, students and alumni are hoping a new accelerated healing gel can become the next revolutionary creation to treat wounds.
NanoCare Pharma, Inc.
Our Innovation Spaces
Upcoming Events
- Location:
- LBJ Student Center Grand Ballroom
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Quinn
Director, Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Alkek Library 350G
601 University Drive | San Marcos, TX 78666
Phone: 512-408-2246 - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Location:
- Alkek Library; Alkek 514
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Quinn
Director, Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Alkek Library 350G
601 University Drive | San Marcos, TX 78666
Phone: 512-408-2246 - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Do you know that many employers check your LinkedIn to compare it to your resume?
Join Teresa Quinn, Director of the Texas State University Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, to learn how to craft a LinkedIn profile that showcases your career aspirations, highlights your work experience, projects or business, and makes you stand out from the crowd.
By attending this workshop, you’ll become eligible to apply for the LinkedIn Profile Competition!
Use the insights you’ve gained to polish your profile and compete for a share of $2,000 in prize money, with a top prize of $1,000.
- Location:
- Alkek Library; Alkek 514
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Quinn
Director, Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Alkek Library 350G
Phone: 512-408-2246 - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Join Cody Taylor, the mastermind behind Valentino’s Pizza, for an inspiring look into the highs, lows, and lessons of his entrepreneurial journey. From his first steps in the business world to building a local favorite, Cody will share the secrets behind his success—and the mistakes that helped him grow.
This is your chance to hear directly from someone who’s been where you are. Cody will dive into the challenges he overcame, the bold moves that made a difference, and the advice he wishes he had when he was starting out. If you’re looking to take your business ideas to the next level, don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a true entrepreneur.
- Location:
- Online Workshop
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Quinn
Director, Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Alkek Library 350G
601 University Drive | San Marcos, TX 78666
Phone: 512-408-2246 - Campus Sponsor:
- Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
You’ll also gain access to Wix’s free certification program, offering additional web design workshops to boost your skills and make your resume stand out.
Led by a Wix representative, this virtual session will walk you through creating a website that reflects your entrepreneurial vision, with tips on design, branding, and functionality. Plus, after completing this workshop, you’ll become eligible for advanced sessions—including one on building e-commerce-specific sites.
Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to grow your business with expert guidance and free resources. Don’t miss out! Click here for more information
Awards and Scholarships
Recent News
New entrepreneurship program announced in partnership with future maker studios
July 1
Meet the finalists at the TXST New Ventures Cohort Celebration and Pitch Day
June 17
NINA VACA INNOVATION + ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARDees ANNOUNCED AT 2023 SXSW
March 12
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