The ANTrepreneur Center is an open door to any student on campus curious about entrepreneurship. Through an immersive and engaging experience, students are offered resources and support to guide them from ideation to creation to the building of an entrepreneurial mindset. The lifelong skills our students develop lead to success after graduation whether they join a startup, start their own business, or pursue a more traditional career.
But we can’t do it alone.
Consider becoming a partner and join our journey.
Founder’s Circle
Starting at $50,000
By becoming a member of the Founder’s Circle, you can help cultivate student leaders and share the transformative power of skilled, innovative, and prepared graduates with your community. As a Founder’s Circle member, you also deepen your impact and learning by joining our diverse ANTrepreneur Center students in engaging experiences throughout the year.
Corporate Circle
Starting at $25,000
Benefits of ANTrepreneur Center Corporate Circle Membership includes opportunities to engage as speakers, judges, and mentors, or participate in other exciting interactive experiences. It also affords the opportunity to name a student startup award and gets you access to UCI faculty and campus leadership.
External Committee
Starting at $10,000
Members support program engagement and the development of fundraising opportunities. Members are expected to actively participate in four full ACE Committee meetings per year + two subcommittee meetings and provide advice and input to ANTrepreneur Center leadership in key areas.
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.
Entrepreneurship from all Walks of Life: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The article discusses the author’s experience at The D.E. Shaw Group’s Latitude Fellowship and how she learned about the importance of diversity in the workplace and its connection to sustainability progress.
Unlock Your Potential: Announcing the Latest Micro-Internship Opportunities for ANTrepreneurs
The ANTrepreneur Center at UCI is offering micro-internship opportunities in various industries such as gaming, cybersecurity, travel, space, and entrepreneurship. These internships provide college students with valuable industry experience and are a great way to gain knowledge and skills in their field of interest. The article provides a detailed overview of the different micro-internship opportunities available and includes job descriptions, company information, and key takeaways for each opportunity. The article also includes information on how to apply for these internships and the benefits of participating in a micro-internship program. The conclusion includes a call-to-action for students to sign up on the ANTrepreneur Center’s micro-internship platform and start exploring the world of micro-internships.
10 Email Communication for Tips for Entrepreneurs: The Importance of Being Clear, Professional, and Effective
As an entrepreneur, I've learned that effective communication is crucial for building and maintaining relationships with customers, partners, and investors. One of the most important forms of communication in today's digital age is email. However, with so many emails...
Start-Up Funding for Students by Students: Introducing the Crescent Fund
For students looking to launch their own start-up, funding is essential to transforming an idea into an actual business. Securing funding can mean the difference between a successful venture and a dream that never was. No one understands the critical role that...
Interview with ANTrepreneurs: Dan Ta and Dylan Riffle of Leprendo
Dan Ta (second from left) and Dylan Riffle (middle) posing with the rest of the Leprendo team. At the UCI ANTrepreneur Center, we are excited to highlight student entrepreneurs and share their personal experiences, achievements, and brilliant insights. We invite you...
UCI ANTrepreneur Center Launches Legal Office Hours in Partnership with the UCI Law Startup and Small Business Clinic
To mark the start of Fall Quarter 2022, the UCI ANTrepreneur Center has announced a new partnership with the UCI Law Startup and Small Business Clinic (SSBC). This collaboration will establish Legal Office Hours at the ANTrepreneur Center, where student entrepreneurs...
ANTrepreneur Center Mental Health Hackathon Finalists: Updates and Announcements
On May 25, 2022, the UCI ANTrepreneur Center concluded its three-part Hacking Student Success: Mental Health Innovation Challenge with an exciting pitch competition between 27 student teams. At the end of the competition, five teams were named winners, with each...
Interview with ANTrepreneurs: Kevin Le and Anthony Nasser of Down
At the UCI ANTrepreneur Center, we are excited to highlight student entrepreneurs and share their personal experiences, achievements, and brilliant insights. We invite you to join us as we celebrate these ANTrepreneurs and get inspired by their stories. If the...