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Inspiring a New Generation of Entrepreneurs: Introducing the Junior Shark Tank Program
At the UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center, our mission is to share our love of innovation and...
Side Hustler Stories: Interview with Aaditya Gulati of Rest Wing
During Spring Quarter 2024, the UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center hosted a new program called the...
Meet Peter’s Helper: The ANTrepreneur Center Launches its First Custom AI Chatbot
Introduction: A Hub of Innovation At the UCI ANTrepreneur Center, innovation isn’t just a...
Where are They Now? Catching Up with the Opennote Team
We at the UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center are excited to highlight student entrepreneurs and...
COMING FALL 2025 Career Flair Podcast Launch: Navigating the New World of Work
The New Career Landscape Navigating today’s job market is a whole new challenge. College...
UC Irvine Micro-Internships Hit 4,000 Student Milestone and $150,000+ in Paid Projects
At the UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center, we believe real-world experience should be accessible to...
Unlocking Innovation: UC Irvine’s AI Innovation Course Equips the Next Generation of Founders, Creators, and Change-Makers
The UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center is the campus hub for student innovation and entrepreneurial...
Side Hustler Stories: Interview with Yuze Yang, Gianna Zhan, and Alex Cortes of Petch
We at the UCI ANTrepreneur Center are excited to highlight student entrepreneurs and share...
Side Hustler Stories: Interview with Aidan Stone-Walsh
During Spring Quarter 2024, the UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center hosted a new program called the...
Side Hustler Stories: Interview with James Yee of UC, I Want Some Clothes
During Spring Quarter 2024, the UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center hosted a new program called the...
Americans Are Side-Hustling Like We’re in a Recession
Does your friend with a second job know something you don’t? The share of working Americans...
Now Hiring: Program Lead at the UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center
The UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center is hiring a Program Lead to help expand our student...
Student ANTrepreneur Receives Prestigious Korean National Startup Grant
Recently, second-year UC Irvine computer science major JeWan Youn was awarded a prestigious...
AI Innovation Challenge: Interview with Gillian Chen, Alina Yuan, Emily Gao Wang, and Kevin Li of Skinlife
In Fall Quarter 2024, the UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center launched their brand-new AI Innovation...
Student Spotlight: Vy on ESG, Entrepreneurship, and Leading In The Green
Vy is currently a third-year Business Administration student at UC Irvine with a strong...
Student Startup App Reshapes The Future of Restaurant Ratings
Leksa, a student-tailored dining review app, promotes restaurants based on factors like...
Why College is the Best Time to Start a Side Hustle
College is demanding, and time and money are scarce. At first glance, college may seem like the...
ANTrepreneur Center Welcomes Sunstone Management as Newest Corporate Circle Member
The UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center is proud to announce its newest Corporate Circle Member:...
UC Irvine’s AI Innovation Course: A Hands-On Approach to AI Education and Entrepreneurship
UC Irvine’s AI Innovation Course: A Hands-On Approach to AI Education and Entrepreneurship...
Spring Into Entrepreneurship: Join UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center’s $ide Hustle Challenge!
Spring Into Entrepreneurship: Join UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center’s $ide Hustle Challenge! Turn...
AI Innovation Challenge: Interview with Sakhi Patel and Shrey Modi of CuraVoice
In this interview, Director Ryan Foland sits down with UC Irvine Doctor of Pharmacy Candidate Sakhi Patel and recent CSU Long Beach graduate Shrey Modi (Master of Computer Science) to learn more about their startup CuraVoice.
Building Bridges: The SCORE Mentorship Program at the UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center
A Transformative Collaboration In 2023, the UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center initiated a...
AI Innovation Challenge: Interview with Leland Bartikofsky and Cristian Mendoza
In Fall 2024, the **UCI ANTrepreneur Center** launched its **AI Innovation Course**, culminating in **Demo Day**, where students showcased AI-driven projects. Among them, **Clera**, an AI-powered financial advisor by **Leland Bartikofsky** (Political Science) and **Cristian Mendoza** (Computer Science, Business Administration), aims to make investment advice **affordable and accessible** for $15/month. In an interview with **Director Ryan Foland**, they shared how the course shaped their vision and helped refine Clera’s AI-driven approach. Read the full interview on our **News webpage** and stay connected with the **ANTrepreneur Center** for more student success stories.
ANTrepreneur Center’s AI Innovation Challenge Team Qualifies for Hult Prize Nationals
The UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center proudly announces that a team led by Nathan Wong has advanced to the national Hult Prize competition, underscoring the center's commitment to blending academic learning with real-world business challenges. This team, known for their innovative health and wellness platform, reflects the center's mission to equip students with tools and mentorship for entrepreneurial success. Stay tuned for more from the ANTrepreneur Center, including upcoming events like the Y Combinator + ANTrepreneur Center Startup Course Demo Day and the Side Hustle Challenge in Spring Quarter 2025.
Side Hustler Stories: Interview with Noah Conger of OC Melodies Music Studio
In this edition of Side Hustler Stories, Director Ryan Foland explores the entrepreneurial spirit of UC Irvine Economics student Noah Conger. Delve into how Noah's passion for music led him to found OC Melodies Music Studio, overcoming challenges and embracing the joys of teaching piano. Discover his insights on entrepreneurship, music education, and the personal growth that comes from running a side hustle while studying.
Side Hustler Stories: Interview with Daniyal Rauf of OC Tutors
UC Irvine's ANTrepreneur Center hosted the Side Hustle Challenge to empower students to turn passions into ventures. In this installment of Side Hustler Stories, Ryan Foland interviews Daniyal Rauf, a Biomedical Engineering student, about his STEM-focused tutoring business, OC Tutors, and his journey as a student entrepreneur.
Announcing the Choi Family Endowed ANTrepreneur Center Scholarship: Empowering the Next Generation of Innovators
UC Irvine proudly introduces the Choi Family Endowed ANTrepreneur Center Scholarship, thanks to alumni Carol and Eugene Choi. This initiative offers $3,000 awards to students demonstrating entrepreneurial spirit, particularly in family businesses. Carol Choi states, "We hope to reduce financial burdens and foster entrepreneurial talents
SJF Repair Center Launches at UCI ANTrepreneur Center: Fostering Sustainable Innovation
The SJF Repair Center, launched in collaboration with the UCI ANTrepreneur Center and Sustainable and Just Future at UCI, provides students with tools and resources to repair and upcycle clothing. This initiative fosters sustainability, promotes a circular economy, and equips students with valuable skills through workshops and hands-on learning opportunities.
Interview with KMR Live: Building a Legacy Through Music
In this interview, Ryan Foland, Director of the UC Irvine ANTrepreneur Center, sits down with KMR Live, a group of student music producers and content creators who share their story on how they gained over 100K followers in a year, and how you can do it too.
UC Irvine’s Side Hustler Stories: JeWan Youn and the Personalized Supplement Platform, Dosety
UC Irvine student JeWan Youn shares his entrepreneurial journey with Dosety, a personalized health supplement management platform. Learn how his passion, challenges, and support from the ANTrepreneur Center shaped his success.