Bernard Kozel StartUp Program @ Saunders
RIT’s Bernard Kozel StartUp Program is a full-time, semester-long program aimed at assisting student entrepreneurs and innovators in developing their business concepts. The program offers instruction across a range of subjects relevant to startups, including:
About the Bernard Kozel StartUp Program
The Bernard Kozel StartUp Program @ Saunders, formerly known as the Simone Center’s Student Accelerator Program, will provide entrepreneurial-minded students with the resources, mentorship, and living stipends to help bring their innovative ideas to life. The Bernard Kozel StartUp Program aims to empower students of all majors by offering hands-on learning experiences, networking opportunities, and strategic mentorship from RIT advisers, industry experts, and investors.
Eligibility is limited to student teams, and they will receive a stipend for the summer, culminating in a Demo Night where each team will have an opportunity to pitch their business to the greater RIT community.
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Bernard Kozel Mentor Award
The Bernard Kozel Mentor Award is a distinguished accolade originally established with Simone Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship as part of the Student Accelerator Program. This award recognizes mentors who consistently contribute their time and expertise to support RIT's student innovators and entrepreneurs, embodying Bernard Kozel's commitment to fostering growth and leadership.
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