entrepreneurship Learning Community

Join a community of innovative and entrepreneurially-minded students!

First Semester Community

The Entrepreneurial Learning Community (ELC) inspires and prepares first year students from all majors to put their innovation skills into action.

living in a residence hall with the cohort is optional.

Student Perspective

The ELC helped to create great friendships and relationships in and out of the classroom. The people you meet will not only help you in the ELC classes, but they are contacts you will run into over and over again. The ELC provides great life experience that will set you apart from everyone else.

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ELC Participant

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Freshman students Crossing over the Tracks tradition

BENEFITS

Jumpstart

Connect with other students by taking ENTR 20000 “Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Innovation.”

Jumpstart completion of the Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, which is similar to a minor. Receive a spot in the next required core course.

Engage with guest speakers, participate in workshops, and other activities designed to build community.

Turbocharge your Purdue degree with entrepreneurship to enhance your career prospects and choices.

BELONGING

Strengthen Success

Connect with students who share a similar interest in innovation and entrepreneurship.

Expand your creativity by exploring new products and evaluating new business ventures.

Find key resources and people who can help turn your ideas into reality.

Strengthen your sense of belonging and success at Purdue.

two Opportunities

This learning community is separate from “The Data Mine (TDM) – Entrepreneurship Cohort”. Reach out to learn more!

Applications

The priority placement deadline is typically in April/May