Join a community of aspiring student entrepreneurs and innovators

What are E+I Fellows?

The Entrepreneurship + Innovation Fellows community is a yearlong experience for first-year Sun Devils who want to explore the possibilities of entrepreneurship. As an E+I fellow, you will have opportunities to build your network, develop skills and advance your Arizona State University experience while exploring entrepreneurial ideas and connecting with others.

This is a competitive opportunity for up to 100 incoming first-year students who want to be part of a collective E+I Fellows experience. As an E+I fellow, you will connect to resources and students who are curious about entrepreneurship and innovation before classes even start. E+I fellows also dedicate time outside of class to go to events, connect with other E+I fellows and take advantage of ASU-specific entrepreneurship resources.

The E+I Fellows program is not a scholarship opportunity, but you will be able to apply for funding to further your ideas. It is a way to help make your ideas happen and build a community of entrepreneurs and innovators while in your first year at ASU. The E+I Fellows program is open to students of all majors and academic interests.

Benefits of becoming an E+I Fellow

• Membership within the E+I Fellows community means connection with other first-year Sun Devils who are curious, creative and excited about the possibilities of entrepreneurship.
• Invitation-only experiences presented by Entrepreneurship + Innovation.
• Access to mentorship, skill-building and to hear from amazing speakers.
• Leadership opportunities, including joining an E+I Fellows committee. Current committees include event planning, service and storytelling.
• Field trips.
• Swag.
• And more!

You might be an E+I fellow if you ...

 

Are proud that ASU ranked #1 in innovation for five years in a row.

Want to build meaningful friendships with other Sun Devils through intentional networking.

Are excited about learning from others, talking about the potential of the future and sharing your own perspectives.

Want to be in the know about all things entrepreneurship and innovation at ASU.

Are curious about how entrepreneurship can apply to your future.

Apply today by telling us your story.

The E+I Fellows experience is selective to help ensure meaningful connections and opportunities for all members.

Apply now

FAQs

Eligibility

• First-year students for fall 2020.
• Competitive GPA (3.5 and above).
• Demonstrated curiosity for innovation (direct startup or past entrepreneurship experience is not required).

Deadlines and key dates

Application opens: Nov. 15, 2019
Priority deadline: Jan. 15, 2020
Second deadline: April 1, 2020
Final deadline: June 1, 2020

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; the final deadline is particularly competitive due to limited space.

Contact Information

For more information regarding the E + I Freshman Fellow opportunity, contact:
Bailey Gading
Program Coordinator – Entrepreneurship + Innovation
Knowledge Enterprise Development
bailey.gading@asu.edu