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    University of Michigan students discover entrepreneurship isn't simply a business model – it's a mindset.  

We are leaders in entrepreneurship and venture investing

Students equipped with an entrepreneurial mindset learn to react and adapt quickly to an ever-changing business world. The Zell Lurie Institute immerses University of Michigan students in entrepreneurial environments where they create, lead, and shape innovative ventures.

 

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Sep8

Zell Entrepreneurs Info Session

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Discover Zell Entrepreneurs, an elite program designed to provide support to University of Michigan students who are preparing to launch their companies upon graduation. The selected students will receive up to $10,000 in support and resources to get their ventures launch-ready, through intense mentorship and prototyping.

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Sep12

2022 Dare to Dream Grants Info Session

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Ready to make your dream a reality? Join us to learn about Zell Lurie Institute's Dare to Dream grant program for student entrepreneurs. This program supports U-M Ann Arbor students through three phases of the business creation process by providing startup workshops, mentoring, and funding of $300 to $5,000 (based on the phase of the program).

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