OU Launchpad

01/16/2025

Art startups/side hustles are part of the biggest entrepreneurship demographics on campuses across North Alabama, so when we heard about this event, we had to share it! This may need to be a campuswide field trip!

02/08/2024

We're thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity just for you! Ed Farm, Innovate Alabama, and Oakwood have joined forces to bring you a 4-day workshop focusing on design, app design, and design fundamentals.

During this workshop, you'll have the chance to immerse yourself in the world of app design, culminating in a virtual pitch competition where the winner will receive a grand prize of $1,000! This is your chance to showcase your creativity and skills.

Each session will be 2 hours long, and we can't wait to see the amazing app designs and ideas that you'll bring to the table. Get ready for an engaging and fun-filled experience that could kickstart your journey into the world of app design! If interested, registration link in bio. Seats are limited.

02/02/2024

If you are a student or an alum of Oakwood University, sign up to participate in the HBCUFI Spring 2024 Pre-Accelerator cohort. There are 5 more slots open, and the deadline is February 5th. Do you want these resources $$$?

10/27/2023

Did you know that a team consisting of Oakwood students and Alums won 1st place at an HBCU App Design and Pitch competition?

Now you know!

09/20/2023

Oakwood Students - JUST FOR YOU!
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Share this post AND Join us at the Innovation Power Hours in The Mac Skating Rink Tuesday, September 26th 4-7pm

09/18/2023

Every year, we host a pitch competition at . Check out our winners. It pays to take a risk!

10/19/2022

Tonight's CoWorking Night is one you don't want to miss! We've teamed up with OU Launchpad , gener8tor , and Tennessee Valley Virtual Reality to bring you an action packed evening. Free food and drinks aren't too bad either!

10/09/2022

HBCU Entrepreneur's Week
OCTOBER 17-20
www.HBCUEWeek.com

10/04/2022

Oakwood University's OU Launchpad is excited to collaborate with African Diaspora Network to provide guidance and support for the Accelerating Black Leadership and Entrepreneurship (ABLE) Program. Sign up to be a mentor today! The ABLE Mentor Community welcomes seasoned entrepreneurs, founders, and experts in sectors pertinent to building successful enterprises.

Submit a Mentor Interest Form Today:

bit.ly/ABLE2mentor

09/12/2022

I can't wait for you all to see what we're doing October 17-20 at Oakwood University!

www.HBCUEWeek.com

09/12/2022

Calling all HBCU affiliated entrepreneur's. Do we have an opportunity for you! HBCU Entrepreneur's Week takes place October 17-20 and you do not want to miss your opportunity to pitch!

04/13/2022

Our 3rd Annual Pitch Competition is live!

OU Launchpad Presents: The OU Entrepreneurship Week | Pitch Competition 2022