In a short 30 hours, East Lansing Startup Weekend introduces you to the entrepreneurial mindset, delivering intense, hands-on experiential training. Participants will receive real-world validation, direct mentorship & coaching, and acquire the necessary skills to build a scalable venture that solves real problems.

Why Should I Get Involved?

• join Techstars — the largest entrepreneurial network in the world
• meet entrepreneurs, mentors, alumni, & investors in your local community
• get access to resources and connections such as workshops, remote mentoring, and live sessions with entrepreneurial-skilled staff & student organizations
• leverage the talents of experts from many different professional backgrounds
• test your ideas, skills, & passion in a fun and supportive environment
• complete one of your High-Impact Entrepreneurship & Innovation minor experiences
• have the chance to receive exclusive perks & prizes from the Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Michigan State University

East Lansing Startup Weekend is offered to Michigan State University students twice a semester. For the 2020 – 21 Academic Year, East Lansing Startup Weekend is offered:

• October 2 – 3, 2020. Register at el-startupweekend-oct.eventbrite.com
• November 6 – 7, 2020. Register at el-startupweekend-nov.eventbrite.com
• February 12 – 13, 2021. Register at el-startupweekend-feb.eventbrite.com
• April 9 – 10, 2021. Register at el-startupweekend.april.eventbrite.com

To access more information about the East Lansing Startup Weekend schedule, FAQ, sponsors, featured mentors & judges, please visit eship.msu.edu/startup-weekend.