IdeaFest@TU

What Is IdeaFest?

IdeaFest@TU is Towson University’s celebration of creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship. This high-energy event is designed to showcase student ideas, spark collaboration across campus and bring together the TU community in one space to imagine, create and play.

Whether you already have a business idea, are curious about entrepreneurship or simply want to see what your fellow Tigers are dreaming up, you’ll be right at home at IdeaFest.

Who Can Participate?

IdeaFest@TU is open to all members of the TU community — from any college, any major and any year.

• Students with developed ideas can participate in poster sessions and roundtables.
• Curious first timers can dive into design sprints and interactive challenges.
• Networkers can connect with peers, alumni and invited professionals.
• Everyone is encouraged to attend, explore and support fellow Tigers.

Note: While this year’s focus is on TU’s community, invited professionals and alumni will join as mentors, judges and collaborators.

Event Highlights

• Roundtables with Experts: Get feedback on your innovative and entrepreneurial ideas from six industry experts representing a variety of industries.
• Poster Sessions: Explore innovative student projects and vote for your favorites.
• Networking Opportunities: Build connections with peers, faculty, alumni and local innovators.
• Prizes: Student participants will have a chance to win recognition and monetary prizes.

Why Attend?

• get inspired by entrepreneurial ideas from across TU
• connect with innovators, mentors, and potential collaborators
• try your hand at creative problem-solving, even if you don’t have a “big idea” yet
• celebrate TU’s entrepreneurial spirit in a fun, supportive environment

Contact

Jan Baum

Professor of Management and Director of Entrepreneurship Minor

Phone

410-704-2800

Email

jbaum@towson.edu

Interested but not sure where to start? Need some support in fleshing out your idea or want to learn more? Contact Professor Baum.