We don’t talk about entrepreneurship. We do entrepreneurship.
We believe the best way to learn about entrepreneurship is to do it. Our programs and events give students, faculty, and community members the chance to take action on their ideas and meet fellow innovators to inspire their work. Everything is open and welcoming to all.
Our Programs
All programs are available for students and community members unless otherwise noted. We are also happy to partner with other organizations to start additional programs. Contact us to discuss.
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Entrepreneurship Courses
No matter what career you pursue the lessons learned through entrepreneurship will increase your confidence and allow you to see possibilities where others only see problems. Check out courses and certifications offered at NDSU.
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Nice Leap
What if starting college wasn’t just a “next step” in your life, but a leap toward something great? Here at The Nice Center at NDSU, we believe it can be. Join our Nice Leap program and get introduced to a framework to help you "leap" toward something great.
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Women's Entrepreneurship Week
We’re on a mission to make our region the best place for women to start companies. Join us for a community-sourced festival that connects and celebrates entrepreneurial women in our region.
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Innovation Challenge
The Innovation Challenge encourages students to develop innovative ideas with the chance to compete for over $21,000 in cash and prizes. All area students are welcome.
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Civic Innovation Force
Explore how you can join a select team of student leaders making an impact on pressing issues facing the Fargo community.
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CO.STARTERS
This 10-session, cohort-based program supports you as you move from idea to action. Find real-world strategies and practical tools to start and sustain a small business.
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Global Entrepreneurship Week
We serve as an entrepreneurial ecosystem builder who unifies multiple partners to organize activities during Global Entrepreneurship Week. In this role, we serve as an extension of the Global Entrepreneurship Week USA Host in their ecosystem.
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Nice Passport
Encouraging and rewarding attendance at events on and off campus related to creativity, entrepreneurship, learning and leadership, and community.
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COVID Response
The Nice Center wants to help our community get through the pandemic. That means supporting the businesses, workers, makers, and entrepreneurs across the state. We can't do it alone, take a look at the ways you can get involved.
Past Events
Check through our past events and resources to share with someone else or to experience for the first time yourself.
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Webinar Series
Every Tuesday in April, The Nice Center hosted a webinar to help inspire creativity during times of isolation. Watch all replays of the webinars at the link below.
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Nice Starts
In March of 2020, we hosted a four-part webinar series on crowdfunding led by crowdfunding guru Clay Hebert. This series led to seven entrepreneurs launching campaigns across North Dakota.
