{"id":19,"date":"2026-07-02T15:23:17","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T19:23:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms.web.umflint.edu\/som\/?page_id=19"},"modified":"2026-08-06T14:15:46","modified_gmt":"2026-08-06T18:15:46","slug":"zillion-solutions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/som\/hagerman-center\/zillion-solutions\/","title":{"rendered":"Zillion Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center fb-columns-page-header is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-content-justification-right is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-951621a4 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70)\">\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-xx-large-font-size\">Zillion Solutions<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Hagerman Center is excited to award dozens of prizes! These prizes will range from $300 to $3,000. 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class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you have a solution to a problem? Zillion Solutions is a campus-wide competition in which graduate, undergraduate, and dual-enrolled students of all majors (including undecided students), as well as Genesee County high school students, create a short video or slide deck describing their unique idea for a new product or service that solves a problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Entering takes little time; investing a couple of<\/strong>&nbsp;minutes now can win you up to $4,250! The video can be a two-minute or less selfie. The slide deck should be five or fewer slides. Just follow the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/presentation\/d\/1Rv9dyf7m3cJDhTODAZNdEF-y1osynEA1\/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=106751809302037815599&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">submission template<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Why participate?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add a great line to your resume.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Network and meet other entrepreneurs at the University of Michigan-Flint and in the surrounding community.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prize pool of almost $14,000 across approximately 40 awards!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>To get your idea off the ground,&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.100kideas.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>100K Ideas<\/strong><\/a><strong>&nbsp;will give all participants extensive free help, normally costing $200<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cIt\u2019s a really valuable experience because it gives you a chance to take an idea out of your head and put it into the world. You\u2019re not just thinking about solutions, you\u2019re actively shaping and communicating them.\u201d&nbsp;<br><em>\u2013 Jennifer Christel, 2025-26 Competition Finalist and First Runner Up<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Thank you to the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mott.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">C.S. Mott Foundation<\/a>&nbsp;for sponsoring Zillion Solutions!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-sentinel-font-family wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">On this page:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-f0d1fcef wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#breakdown\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Awards breakdown<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#dates\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Important dates<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#submissions\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Submissions<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#faqs\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Frequently asked questions<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#related-course\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Interested in entrepreneurship?<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"breakdown\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Awards breakdown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Semifinalist awards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There will be a minimum of three semifinalists from each UM-Flint school\/college and the high school division who will win a $200 prize. These individuals will be in the running to be the finalists and represent their school\/college during the university-wide awards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Finalists awards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At least one student or team from each UM-Flint school\/college (e.g., College of Innovation and Technology, School of Nursing, School of Management, etc.), as well as Genesee County high schools or dual-enrolled students, is guaranteed to be one of ten finalists and win $300.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>$300<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>|<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/case\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">College of Arts, Sciences &amp; Education<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 (e.g., Arts; Behavioral Sciences; Education; Language\/Communication; Social Sciences\/Humanities, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$300&nbsp;|&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/chs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">College of Health Sciences<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 (e.g., Social Work; Occupational Therapy; Physical Therapy, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$300&nbsp;|&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/cit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">College of Innovation and Technology<\/a> \u2013 (e.g., Computer Sciences; Engineering; Physics, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$300&nbsp;|&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/som\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">School of Management<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$300 |&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/nursing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">School of Nursing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$300 |<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.geneseeisd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Genesee County High Schools<\/a>&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/k12\/deep-programs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dual Enrolled Programs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The judges will select four additional teams from any division as finalists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">University-wide awards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 10 students or teams will then compete for thousands of dollars.&nbsp;<strong>One student\/student team can win $4,250!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>$3,000<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Grand Prize<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$2,000<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 First Runner up<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$1000<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Second Runner up<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>$750<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Fan Favorite Award<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>All prizes are subject to financial aid requirements, and awards may be in the form of an all-purpose Amazon gift card. The winners must be enrolled in either summer 2026, fall 2026 or winter 2027 semesters, or be a current high school student.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-brand-maize-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-brand-maize-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"dates\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Important dates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Final Submission deadline: Feb. 25, 2027<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Announce Semifinalist winners: March 11, 2027<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Announce Finalist winners: March 25, 2027<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Zillion Solutions Award Ceremony:&nbsp;April 7, 2027,&nbsp;from 5:30-7:30 p.m.<\/strong>, Riverfront Conference Center.&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/go.umflint.edu\/zsceremony\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RSVP<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"submissions\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Submissions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">General rules and information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can submit either:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A quick&nbsp;<strong>two-minute or less video<\/strong>,&nbsp;or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A short&nbsp;<strong>five-slide or fewer PowerPoint<\/strong>. The PowerPoint does&nbsp;<strong>not&nbsp;<\/strong>need to include a voice-over.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Each team must include one or more students enrolled at UM-Flint during summer 2026, fall 2026, or winter 2027&nbsp;semesters, or a current high school student. No limit on group size or interdisciplinary collaborations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UM-Flint students (but not others) may be on more than one team.&nbsp; However, if a student is on more than one team that makes it to the finals, s\/he will have to choose one team with which to continue the competition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The solution must be a product or service. The exact product or service cannot already exist.&nbsp;It can, however:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be a minor modification to an existing product or service, if the modification more effectively solves a problem.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be unique within a specific geographic area (e.g., Flint) where it is currently unavailable, even if it already exists in other areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Judging criteria<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The solution clearly solves a problem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provides a clear benefit over current competition\/alternative and is creative<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creative approach to an idea<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Submission format and guidelines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The selfie video must be less than two minutes or the slide deck must be five or fewer slides. Submitters who used slides and made it to the semifinals will need to replace the PowerPoint with a video. Videos should use an MP4 format.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The suggested video\/slide structure is below and on the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/go.umflint.edu\/template\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">submission template<\/a>. Just follow along!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a90dccff wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"http:\/\/go.umflint.edu\/zillionentry\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submit your idea.<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-brand-maize-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-brand-maize-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Can I submit more than one idea?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, there is no limit. You can increase your chances of winning by submitting as many ideas as you can think of.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Will the Hagerman Center help me launch my idea?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Absolutely! One of the main goals of the Hagerman Center is to connect you with advisory organizations that can help you go from an idea to a profitable business. In fact, free of charge, a local partner will help you take the next steps to launch your idea by providing invaluable suggestions. Select yes to \u201cWould you like to be contacted regarding other resources, including competitions, to help you pursue this or other entrepreneurial ideas?\u201d when submitting your Zillion Solutions idea. Also, consider taking&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=38&amp;poid=16082&amp;hl=EIM+240&amp;returnto=search\">EIM 240, aka &#8220;Introduction to Entrepreneurship<\/a>.&#8221; The course is open to students from all disciplines with at least sophomore standing.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Will the Hagerman Center help me protect my idea?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes! Anyone from the Hagerman Center who views or judges your entry to determine whether it makes it to the finals signs a confidentiality agreement. If you make it to the finals, we will provide information suggesting easy ways to help protect your ideas.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>I hate seeing myself on video; is there a way to avoid this?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes! Just use a slide deck (e.g., PowerPoint). It should be no more than five slides and very simple. It DOES NOT need to include a voice-over. Last year, many finalists used PowerPoint.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Can I use the prize money however I want?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes! However, we strongly encourage you to use the winnings to start the venture. After all, if your idea is promising enough to win, why not try to parlay your winnings into hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars? All prizes are subject to financial aid requirements, and awards may be in the form of an all-purpose Amazon gift card.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>What are the relevant dates?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fall Semester submission drawing:<\/strong>&nbsp;Submissions made between Aug. 24 and Dec. 12, 2026, will be eligible for a gift card drawing, with two winners each receiving $100.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Final submission deadline:<\/strong>&nbsp;Feb. 25, 2027<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Announce semifinalist winners:<\/strong>&nbsp;March 11, 2027<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Announce finalist winners:<\/strong>&nbsp;March 25, 2027<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Zillion Solutions Award Ceremony:<\/strong>&nbsp;April 7, 2027, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at the Riverfront Conference Center.&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/go.umflint.edu\/zsceremony\">RSVP<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Who is eligible?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All UM-Flint students, including undergraduate, master\u2019s and doctoral students, as well as Genesee County high school students, who are enrolled during the Summer 2026, Fall 2026 or Winter 2027 semester. In addition, each team can have non-UM-Flint students, including alumni, but must include at least one UM-Flint student.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>I graduate before winter semester. Can I still submit my idea?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes! If you are an undergraduate, master&#8217;s or doctoral student enrolled during the summer 2026, fall 2026 or winter 2027 semester, you are eligible to participate in Zillion Solutions, even if you have already graduated.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>How many\/few members can be on a team?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Teams may be any size, including teams of one person.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Can I be on more than one team?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes! UM-Flint and high school students may choose to be on more than one team. However, if more than one of their teams makes it to the finals, the students will have to choose which team they will stay on.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Can I submit more than one video?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We strongly encourage it! Why not double, triple or even quadruple your chances of winning?<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>What if my team contains members from more than one college or school within UM-Flint?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the submission form, check the boxes for each college or school that you have members in.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>What if I am an undecided major?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take your best guess as to what you think you might major in and check the most appropriate box.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have a question that was not mentioned? Email us at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:hagermancenter@umich.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hagermancenter@umich.edu<\/a>&nbsp;for help.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center fb-cover-chamfer-photo has-brand-white-color has-brand-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-235822ff8faba34e7cb54a9f15f167f2 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-c4b32d8d wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-5b271542 wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light has-chamfer wp-container-content-958eb9dc\" style=\"clip-path: polygon(0 0, calc(100% - 200px) 0, 100% 200px, 100% 100%, 0 100%); margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:70vh;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-343 size-large\" alt=\"A young man wearing a brown corduroy jacket, red tie and flat cap holding a large check for $1,500 made out to &quot;Artcelium,&quot; winner of the 2026 Michigan Collegiate Startup Challenge.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/som\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/146\/2026\/06\/pitch-winner-1024x683.jpg\" style=\"object-position:50% 25%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"50% 25%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/som\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/146\/2026\/06\/pitch-winner-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/som\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/146\/2026\/06\/pitch-winner-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/som\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/146\/2026\/06\/pitch-winner-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/som\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/146\/2026\/06\/pitch-winner-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/som\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/146\/2026\/06\/pitch-winner.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#b9b5b1\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-16f4663b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-xx-large-font-size wp-elements-dc85f5b50e513e6f5e156063ffdbad78\">Interested in Entrepreneurship?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=38&amp;poid=16082&amp;hl=EIM+240&amp;returnto=search\">EIM 240, aka &#8220;Introduction to Entrepreneurship<\/a>.&#8221; Learn how to make more money pursuing your passion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the permission of your major&#8217;s department, any student enrolled in undergraduate academic programs other than those at SOM may complete the entrepreneurship minor.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Admitted students, faculty, and staff may visit the Intranet for more detailed information. 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