AI Wins Big at 2023 Dempsey Startup Competition
Students using artificial intelligence for good captured multiple prizes in the 26th Annual Dempsey Startup Competition at the University of Washington. Judges awarded the $25,000... Read More
Sweet 16 Chosen in 2023 Dempsey Startup Competition
The boardroom awaits the top 16 teams in the 2023 Dempsey Startup Competition. Judges chose the advancing teams and two alternates (detailed below) following a... Read More
Historic Start to 2023 Dempsey Startup Competition
A thirst for innovation and impact drove students to set a new high-water mark for the opening round of the Dempsey Startup Competition. More than... Read More
Prizes Awarded at Landmark Environmental Innovation Challenge
Any farmer would tell you there is power in a pile of dirt, particularly what’s inside of it. The grand prize winning team at the... Read More
The Extracurricular Major: The Dempsey Startup Competition
Four students walk into the HUB Ballroom. One studies computer science and engineering. Two study bioengineering. The fourth is an informatics major. They smile, but... Read More
Finalists Chosen for 2023 Environmental Innovation Challenge
Some of the most cutting-edge solutions to the environmental problems we’re facing today will be on display at the 2023 Alaska Airlines Environmental Innovation Challenge.... Read More
Stage Set for ’22 Jones + Foster Accelerator Graduates
Every startup journey takes place on a timeline unique to itself. A rushed launch, an ill-defined customer base, or a too-early fundraising cycle can lead... Read More
Meet the 2022 Jones + Foster Accelerator Cohort
Judging the potential of an early-stage startup means you sometimes must go beyond the numbers alone. Are they dedicated to really solving a problem? Do... Read More
Historic Finish to 25th Dempsey Startup Competition
The Dempsey Startup Competition celebrated its 25th anniversary with surprise announcements and $90,000 in seed funding awarded to twelve student-created startups (detailed below). Surrounded by... Read More
Alaska Airlines Day 2022: Foster welcomes an old friend back to campus
When you visit the Alaska Airlines website, you’re greeted with a simple salutation: “Welcome. Let’s go somewhere.” On May 18, Alaska Airlines went across town... Read More