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What is the ANTrepreneur Center?
As UC Irvine’s primary hub for entrepreneurial education, the center equips undergraduates with the skills, mindset, and resources to launch startups, grow professionally, and lead with purpose. Since its founding in 2014, the ANTrepreneur Center has provided hands-on programs, personalized mentorship, and access to cutting-edge campus resources—transforming students into the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders.
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Programs & Support
AI Innovation Course
The ANTrepreneur Center exists to serve as the home for all UCI ANTrepreneurs. It’s a safe place to bring ideas, meet other students who want to launch their own startups, find funding, connect with mentors, and learn from experts on how to navigate starting and growing a business.
Mentor Office Hours
With one-on-one consultation sessions, the ANTrepreneur Center is especially equipped for helping undergraduates startups. Whether you need help coming up with an idea, or taking your idea to the next level, meeting with our Venture Consultants is the perfect way to start.
The $ide Hustle Challenge
Discover how the $ide Hustle Challenge is turning student side hustles into serious business ventures. Through expert-led workshops, dedicated mentoring, and a final marketplace event, UCI students will be equipped to transform their innovative ideas into tomorrow’s leading brands.
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Preventing Burnout in College Students: Strategies for Maintaining Mental Health
Students are busier than ever. Whether it is school, work, a side hustle or all of the above, more and more students are suffering from stress and burnout. This article helps shed light on ways you can help yourself prevent burnout and provides more insight into the differences between stress and burnout.
A little bit about Customer Discovery…
Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Customer Discovery is a crucial step in the development of your business, helping you understand your target market’s needs and wants. With our expert guidance, you’ll be able to conduct research, gather valuable insights, and create a product that solves your customers’ problems. Get started now and unlock your success!
UCI ANTrepreneurs Can Now Find Fuel From Three Top Ramen Brands
Discover the importance of affordable and convenient food options for college student entrepreneurs at the UCI ANTrepreneur Center. Partnering with top ramen brands: Tapatio, Aces Foods Sriracha, and Choi Premium Ramen, providing students with free ramen for their busy schedules. Get your ramen by visiting the ANTrepreneur Center booth, kitchen or playing ping pong. Learn more about this partnership and resources for student entrepreneurs by visiting our website or follow us on social media. Support the next generation of entrepreneurs with UCI ANTrepreneur Center.
Where is the ANTrepreneur Center?
We are located in the Banning House, next to Undergraduate Undeclared and Disability Services