Entrepreneurship and innovation have been a part of Clarkson since our founding in 1896.

• The Shipley Center for Innovation is available for our students, serving as a resource in the development of proof of concepts for emerging business ideas; educating students on start-up grants, business competitions, product patents and other venture capital opportunities; providing hands-on internship options; and accelerating the exchange of ideas between faculty, students and industry.
• Clarkson Ignite is our University-wide call to action and constant reminder to our students that in today’s world, innovation drives everything. Through Clarkson Ignite, students have access to:
  • The President’s Challenge - an annual competition where Clarkson students form teams from across the University to create an innovative solution in a quest to win $25,000 and have their ideas brought to life.
  • Workshops to build their skills and alumni mentors to guide their decision making and industry speakers to inspire their creativity.
  • The Innovation Hub, a brand new makerspace dedicated to helping students develop entrepreneurial mindsets and skill sets through the latest tech, collaborative workspaces and peer guidance.