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Our extracurricular programs offer the tools, mentorship, and community you need to succeed. From quick workshops to immersive experiences, we have a perfect starting point for everyone. Explore the categories below to find the right fit for you.

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The Innovate@BU Experience

Hear what real BU students say about their experience participating in our programs.

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3…2…1…Pitch!

Pitch & Pizza is a fun Shark Tank–style event where you can pitch your big idea in 1 minute or less for a chance to win $100, or just enjoy the show and vote for your favorite!

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Summer Accelerator

Technotonin Industries LLC Accepted into VentureWell’s E-Team Program!

Technotonin Industries LLC was recently accepted into VentureWell’s E-Team Program! Founded by Arav Tyagi (ENG’27) and Antonio Marzoratti, Technotonin transforms standard manual wheelchairs into motorized ones in just three seconds with their Portable Affordable Wheelchair Enhancer (PAWE). Despite limited engineering experience, the duo developed their solution through self-education and extensive customer research, creating a device with […]

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BU Innovation Ecosystem

Success at Innovators’ Night 2025: $80k in Prize Money, Student Awards, and a Visit from President Gilliam!

Last night, 500+ innovators from Boston University and beyond gathered at Innovator’s Night to connect, celebrate, and find out who won the 2025 New Venture Competition! The awards didn’t stop at the New Venture Competition, however. From Students Innovators of the Year, to incredible mentors, to the cohorts of Innovate@BU’s selective summer programs, entrepreneurs from […]

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Innovation Pathway

Prianna Sharan (CAS’25) Named Student Innovator of the Year for Social Connection App

Computer science student Prianna Sharan (CAS'25) never planned to become an entrepreneur when she arrived at Boston University from California. Yet her desire for creative autonomy and a chance meeting with Remi Chester (Questrom'25) during her first week at BU Splash would change that trajectory entirely. Now the co-founder and CTO of Popple—a social media […]

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Innovator's Night

Agrinova Combats Heavy Metal Contamination In Soil

A disturbing headline about heavy metals in baby food prompted Meritxell Ortodo (ENG'26) to investigate a serious public health concern. Meritxell and Trinity Olander (CAS'25), uncovered a troubling connection between contaminated soil and the food supply that affects children's neurological development. Their research led them to found Agrinova, a startup developing technology that addresses this […]

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