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Student Organization: Society of Student Entrepreneurs

The Society of Student Entrepreneurs is a student-led organization sponsored by the Center for Women Entrepreneurs with the focus of igniting the entrepreneurial spirit campus-wide (Denton, Dallas, Houston) at Texas Woman’s University.

How do I know if the Society of Student Entrepreneurs is for me?

Do you want to learn more about entrepreneurship and what it takes to be an entrepreneur?
Maybe you already have a business idea but you are curious about what to do next
Or maybe you are already working that side hustle and you want to learn how to grow your business and the skills you need to do it.

If you said yes to any of those, then this organization is for you!

Whether we meet in person or online we are endeavoring to have a robust school year filled with a variety of interactive and engaging opportunities in entrepreneurship and leadership development. (All programs and events will be live stream or online.)

Undergraduates and graduates here at Texas Woman’s University who are interested in exploring more about entrepreneurship are welcome to join.

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Got a business idea? We're here to help!

Have you dreamed of starting your own business? Or, are you already working on a business idea and need support to take the next step?

The staff of TWU's Center for Women Entrepreneurs wants to help you make your dream of independence and success come true. We offer free tools and resources, as well as mentoring and encouragement.

Every business is different, but we know how to get you started in the right direction. Contact us to learn more.

InnovateHER Entrepreneurial Scholarships

Looking for a way to pay for part of your studies while developing your new business idea? Apply to be an InnovateHER Entrepreneurial Scholar.

This scholarship program awards up to 20 scholarships of $2500 each with the opportunity to renew (pending state funding) an additional year, with apotential total value of $5,000. No matter where you live now, you areeligible to apply if you plan to attend TWU and meet the other eligibility requirements.

This scholarship is non-discipline specific. Select any major offered atTWU — from kinesiology to nursing, from teaching to nutrition. If you havea business in mind that builds off the bachelor's or master's degree you will earn at TWU, we encourage you to apply for the InnovateHEREntrepreneurial Scholarship.

This scholarship program offers several benefits to help you become a smallbusiness owner:

Business plan development with help from a mentor
One-on-one coaching
Specialized entrepreneurial training and workshops

We've already awarded 72 scholarships, totaling more than $432,000. Learn more about these future Texas business owners.

Networking

The Center hosts many events throughout the year with you in mind. Check out our Professional Development page for details on the various activities offered, many of them free for TWU students.

If you are looking for someone to bounce ideas off of or to talk to and get advice, please contact us for more information about how to get matched with a mentor.

Page last updated 2:16 PM, November 16, 2021