Penn State News
Former Penn State student-athlete Omar X. Easy to lead new Brand Academy
February 1, 2024
Omar X. Easy, a former Penn State football student-athlete and Kansas City Chiefs and Oakland Raiders running back, has been appointed to lead The Penn State Brand Academy in his role as the assistant athletics director for the Brand Academy.
Get the scoop on Penn State Startup Week’s 'Entrepreneur-chip' creamery flavor
February 1, 2024
The newly named “Entrepreneur-chip Monkey Business” Berkey Creamery ice cream flavor will be available during the months of February and March to celebrate Penn State Startup Week powered by PNC, a University-wide event taking place March 18–22.
West Shore Home founder on latest episode of 'Dare to Disrupt'
January 29, 2024
In the latest episode of Invent Penn State’s “Dare to Disrupt” podcast, host Ryan Newman interviews founder and CEO of West Shore Home, B.J. Werzyn. West Shore Home is one of the largest direct-to-consumer home remodelers in the nation with over 37 locations in 18 states.
CommunENTI networking event invites students to learn about entrepreneurship
January 18, 2024
Students interested in entrepreneurship have the opportunity to network with like-minded peers, faculty and student organizations at the CommunENTI networking event, hosted by the ENTI Ambassadors from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 31.
CommunENTI networking event invites students to learn about entrepreneurship
January 18, 2024
Students interested in entrepreneurship have the opportunity to network with like-minded peers, faculty and student organizations at the CommunENTI networking event, hosted by the ENTI Ambassadors from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 31.
Invent Penn State offers students $15,000 to work on startup over the summer
January 5, 2024
Entrepreneurial teams with at least one Penn State student can apply to receive a $15,000 grant to work on their startup, social good or nonprofit over the summer through Invent Penn State’s Summer Founders Program. Two virtual information sessions will be held, Jan. 17 and Feb. 21, for individuals considering participation to learn more about the program, the application process and summer life in Happy Valley.
Student startups invited to apply for 2024 Inc.U competition by Jan. 19
January 4, 2024
Penn State student startup teams from all Penn State campuses are invited to apply to the 2024 Invent Penn State Inc.U Competition for a chance to compete for a $30,000 prize pool. Applications are open from now until Jan. 19.
Veteran launches haircare startup with support from Hazleton LaunchBox
January 2, 2024
Charlee Murdock, a veteran, Hazleton area community member, and single mother of three, launched Project Headway LLC, offering low-cost haircuts to people in need. Hazleton LaunchBox supported by Pasco L. Schiavo, Esq. has played a large role in the growth of Murdock's startup.