Jumpstart

What is Jumpstart?

Jumpstart is a six week, co-curricular program structured to help students evolve their ideas into real brands, products, and services. No matter what the stage of your idea is in, Jumpstart is deliberately designed to help you and/or your team members make ideas happen. Jumpstart allows participants to work independently on their own ideas all while collaborating with external resources that extend beyond the scope of the campus.

Being a part of the Jumpstart program has great benefits. You will have exclusive swipe access to the U-Imagine Centers Idea Incubator, otherwise known as IDC 115. The Incubator offers a spacious and interactive workspace, as well as complimentary beverages, snacks, and supplies.

One-on-one mentorship

The talented Entrepreneur-in-Residence, Maureen Cumpstone, will offer one-on-one mentorship as well as access to any additional professional mentors that frequently occupy the center. With these valuable resources, you can be assured the Jumpstart program will help you explore your idea, develop a business model, test the market, create an action plan, and launch your project or venture.

As a Jumpstart participant, you will have the chance to enroll in a two-credit independent study course and to apply for a seed fund grant of up to $1000 to support your venture.

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Jumpstart U

Searching for a way to turn your creative hobbies into a professional career? Join the U-Imagine Jumpstart program and navigate your way through a customized path to sustain your passion.

Jumpstart a Project

Have a creative idea but just aren't sure where to start? Join the U-Imagine Jumpstart Program and use our convenient methods to keep you motivated and prepared for your creations launch.

Jumpstart a Venture

Looking to build a social enterprise that helps the world become a better place? Do you want to use your entrepreneurial skills to help those with great ideas get started? Join the U-Imagine Centers Jumpstart program. Not only will you learn how to turn ideas into real life projects, but also how to help others in their creative process turn their passions into vocation.

Jumpstart with an External Partner

Have an idea but are looking for an eager partner to start your journey with? Join the U-imagine Center Jumpstart program and we will pair you and your idea with passionate partners who are ready to dig into their entrepreneurial career.