Historic Journey for Jones + Foster Accelerator Cohort
The 2020-21 cohort of the Jones + Foster Accelerator stand as proof that with a strong foundation and committed mentors, you can overcome anything—even the... Read More
Ideas Elevated at 2021 Science & Technology Showcase
Innovative ideas shine when they balance the excitement of being new with the ability to create impact. The grand prize winner of the 2021 Science... Read More
Innovative New Prizes Add to Competition Experience
The student competition platforms may be virtual this year, but the new prizes are very much real. The Foster School’s Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship will... Read More
Promising Ideas at Business Case in 60 Seconds Pitch Competition
Entrepreneurial ventures may start with an idea—but they launch with a great pitch. The Business Case in 60 Seconds pitch competition celebrated that critical part of... Read More
Pacific NW Zero Waste Innovation Hackathon Winners
The Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship sponsored and helped judge the first annual Pacific NW Zero Waste Innovation Hackathon on November 30, 2020. The following press... Read More
Innovation Practicum Courses Ready for Virtual Learning
Students experience it every year at the University of Washington. By enrolling in the Innovation Practicum courses in the Foster School of Business, they come... Read More
2020 Jones + Foster Accelerator Cohort Announced
Startup founders embrace new ideas and unknown circumstances almost as a rule. That kind of boldness to forge ahead during challenging times makes the 2020... Read More
2020 Dempsey Startup Competition Prizes Awarded
A son’s innovative, entrepreneurial mindset paired with his father’s expertise produced the grand prize winning idea at this year’s all-virtual Dempsey Startup Competition. Judges awarded... Read More
Sweet 16 Selected in All-Virtual Dempsey Startup Competition
Thirty student teams cast a spell over the judges at this year’s all-virtual Investment Round of the 2020 Dempsey Startup Competition. Each team performed digital... Read More
Alaska Airlines, led by Foster alumni, steps up COVID-19 response
The COVID-19 pandemic has devastated the airline industry. And Alaska Airlines has not been immune to its ill effects. The virtual standstill in air travel... Read More