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Arthur W. Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship

Arthur W. Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship

Ideas grow here

ENTREPRENEURIAL RESOURCES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL STUDENTS

The Arthur W. Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship inspires and supports students from all majors and disciplines across campus to pursue their entrepreneurial passions. Experiential learning through workshops and competitions, innovative courses, and connections to Seattle’s entrepreneurial community provide students with the tools and experiences to bring their ideas to life!

Upcoming Opportunities

Applications

Lavin Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Program Application

Deadline to apply: October 11th

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Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership (WE Lead) Cohort Application

Deadline to apply: October 14th

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Courses & Workshops

Digital Health Workshop Series

The 2026 series explores how digital health ideas move from emerging technology to real-world impact. Join us 10/22, 11/5, and 11/14 for two lunchtime sessions and a hands-on workshop focused on AI in health, patient needs, and practical implementation. Open to all UW students, the series requires no prior experience—just curiosity and an entrepreneurial spirit!

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Impact Investing Workshop Series

What if finance could be a tool for solving some of the world’s toughest challenges? We’re bringing together Seattle-based impact investing practitioners for a three-part workshop series exploring how capital can create meaningful impact—and the careers and opportunities available in this growing field. Sessions on 10/29 and 11/12, with a special session for graduate students only on 11/19.

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More Opportunities

Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership

WE Lead supports women and gender-expansive students in entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation. The program is open to students from any major, undergraduate or graduate. Whether you already have a business idea, are turning an interest into action, or are just entre-curious, WE Lead offers community, mentorship, and resources to support your journey.

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Team Tuesday Lunches

Calling all student innovators and changemakers! Weekly lunch meetups are open to all UW students across majors and programs.

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University of Washington Achieves Elite 2026 Ranking for Both Undergraduate and Graduate Entrepreneurship ProgramsRead More

2026 TOP SCHOOLS FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP RANKINGS

Judges awarded $87,500 to early-stage student startups in the 28th year of the competition at the University of WashingtonRead More

2026 DEMPSEY STARTUP COMPETITION

2026 Technology Commercialization Fellows

Celebrating a decade of impactful student innovation,
judges awarded more than $50,000 in prizes to student teamsRead More

2026 Hollomon Health Innovation Challenge

Engage with us

If you’re inspired to participate or give back, there may be opportunities for you! To begin that process, contact Buerk Center Director Amy Sallin.
Support our Work

Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship

Michael G. Foster School of Business
4th Floor, Founders Hall 406, Box 353200
Seattle, WA 98195
Tel: 206-616-0734
[email protected]
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