~ Lead with Ideas. Build with Purpose.
Looking for a place to explore entrepreneurship with low pressure and high impact? The ESC is your ideal starting point, a community where curiosity meets collaboration.
Why Join ESC?
ESC is a student-led, self-governed organization dedicated to fostering innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurial thinking across all disciplines and academic levels. Our mission is to empower the next generation of changemakers by driving sustainable solutions through a people, planet, profit approach, ensuring that innovation benefits the community, the environment, and the economy.
- Learn from the Best - Guest speakers, pitch nights, and startup showcases
- Grow Your Network - Connect with changemakers across all majors
- Drive Change - Explore ideas that go beyond profit to make social and environmental impact
This student-led club is where curiosity meets collaboration. Interested in joining this exciting community of bright minds?
Apply Now and find your tribe of campus innovators.
~ Become a Titan of Innovation
Are you ready to lead, mentor, andrepresent the spirit of innovation at IUSB? The ESA Program offers a unique paid leadershiprole on campus, allowing you to build community while building your personal brand.
As an Ambassador, you’ll:
- Champion entrepreneurship across campus
- Mentor and support fellow students
- Plan and host engaging events and workshops
- Connect with mentors, faculty, and local entrepreneurs
Why Join ESA?
- Get paid for 3 - 10 flexible hours per week
- Gain leadership skills and grow your personal brand
- Build relationships with faculty, mentors, and industry leaders
- Plan and lead exciting events that leave a legacy
Apply today
Spots are limited. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something impactful!~ Turn Your Ideas into Action
Whether you’re just curious or ready to launch, this flexible, hands-on, non-credit certificate program helps you develop the mindset and skills of an entrepreneur.
No experience needed. Just bring your curiosity.
Program Highlights
- Two Flexible Tracks:
- Startup Strides: Earn digital badges as you attend sessions
- Founders Core: Go deep with 20 hours of guided learning
- Flexible Schedule:
- In-person & virtual options
- Evening-friendly schedule (Tues - Thurs, 3:30 - 5:30 PM)
- Mix of workshops, office hours, and networking events
- What You Gain:
- IU Digital Badges for workshops attended to verify your new skills
- Certificate of Participation for full 20-hour completion
- Career-ready skills from real entrepreneurs
- A powerful network of mentors and collaborators
- Startup mindset that applies to any career path
Ready to build your future? Be part of IUSB’s growing innovation community.
Apply now
~ Where Hustlers Meet & Ideas Heat Up
Got a side hustle or a bold idea? Or just curious how others are making moves? The Student Hustle Hangout is your go-to space to share, learn, and connect - with snacks and no suits required.
Why We’re Here
Every two weeks, we turn up the energy for an hour of sharing, solving, and celebrating student ventures. Where you can:
- Showcase student-led ventures in tech, arts, nonprofit, and small business
- Meet peers who understand the hustle
- Tap into mentorship, peer support, and new ideas
What to Expect:
- Creator’s Couch: Student founders share startup stories
- Campus Creators Circle: Small-group deep dives into challenges like validating your idea or balancing business with school
- Think & Dunk: Live problem-solving with audience feedback
Some slides. No suits. Lots of real talk and bold ideas.
Ready to Join the Hustle?
Come for the snacks, stay for the network, and leave with ideas you can run with.
The next Hangout drops soon, don’t miss it!
Register for the next hangout and join the student startup scene.
