A University of Arkansas student recently won first place and $10,000 in an international student startup competition hosted by the University of Manitoba. Locally-sourced ice cream company Simple + Sweet Creamery won top prize in the Undergraduate Business Plan Competition of the…
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Urso Takes the Lead at McMillon Innovation Studio
by Tyler Haleby Tyler HaleProminent entrepreneur Justin Urso will be leading the McMillon Innovation Studio at the University of Arkansas as its new director. Urso brings a wide range of startup and entrepreneurial experience to his new role. He is a cofounder and strategy…
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With Launch Lab, McMillon Innovation Studio Offers Student Entrepreneurs Increased Resources
by Tyler Haleby Tyler HaleThe McMillon Innovation Studio at the University of Arkansas is launching a new program for students. Through Launch Lab, students will have the opportunity to bring their business ideas to fruition with access to resources, mentors and workshops. Located off…
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McMillon Family Gives $1 Million Gift to U of A Innovation Studio
by Tyler Haleby Tyler Haleby Tyler Hale The McMillon Innovation Studio at the University of Arkansas has received another significant gift. Doug and Shelley McMillon have committed an additional $1 million to the Fayetteville interdisciplinary space; to date, they have contributed $2 million to…