Seminole Innovators SHOWCASE (Spring 24)
Explore an exhibition of projects, ideas, games, artworks, technologies, and other innovative work.
Lunch Hour V (Spring 24)
Featuring: Ahmed Negm, seasoned Tech Entrepreneur & Product Management expert; on a mission to drive impactful change in the tech industry; known for consistently delivering growth & success for startups; champions user-centric innovation, combining technology & entrepreneurship to create a lasting impact.
Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon Competitions III
The Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon provides students with an opportunity to exercise their creative problem solving skills and win $100!
The Ideathon is hosted in the FSU Innovation Hub and sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and Blackstone LaunchPad.
The competition will be an open floor idea pitching forum. Present an innovative, impactful, and feasible solution to ANY existing problem. Solutions may include business ideas, physical inventions, services, systems, apps, etc.
Lunch Hour V (Spring 24)
Featuring: Jamie Guterman, Junior Infomation, Communication, and Technology (ICT) major with a minor in Innovation, explores passion for the intersections between tech, experiential design, and research.
Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon Competitions II
The Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon provides students with an opportunity to exercise their creative problem solving skills and win $100!
The Ideathon is hosted in the FSU Innovation Hub and sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and Blackstone LaunchPad.
The competition will be an open floor idea pitching forum. Present an innovative, impactful, and feasible solution to ANY existing problem. Solutions may include business ideas, physical inventions, services, systems, apps, etc.
Lunch Hour IV (Spring 24)
Featuring: Arianna Nicolas, 3rd year Psychology and Information Technology double major, aspiring to be a UX designer; “Psychology and design make up every bit of who I am—figuratively and literally—and it is something I am passionate about. ”
Innovators in Residence: LUCAS VON HOLLEN
This series features FSU Faculty who have developed mastery skills while making strides in their respective disciplines.
Lunch Hour III (Spring 24)
Featuring: Cyrus Sabet, Media Communication Studies major; background in digital media and broadcast; successfully combined diversified interests in communication and innovation through emerging technology and innovative frameworks.
filaMent to Be: 3D Printing Workshop
Dive into a world where passion meets innovation as we blend technology & romance to create one-of-a-kind, personalized items for that special someone.
Lunch Hour II (Spring 24)
Featuring: Prerna Ravinder, fourth-year double majoring in Interdisciplinary Social Science and Computer Programming with a minor in Innovation, explores the importance of engaging in multiple disciplines while reflecting on her journey to translating passion to profession.
24hr Design Sprint: Human Trafficking
DESIGN CHALLENGE: Given that there are between 20 million and 40 million people in modern slavery today, how might we raise awareness of the problem, call attention to victims, and place pressure on offenders to reduce the incidents of human trafficking?
Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon Competitions I
The Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon provides students with an opportunity to exercise their creative problem solving skills and win $100!
The Ideathon is hosted in the FSU Innovation Hub and sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and Blackstone LaunchPad.
The competition will be an open floor idea pitching forum. Present an innovative, impactful, and feasible solution to ANY existing problem. Solutions may include business ideas, physical inventions, services, systems, apps, etc.
Lunch Hour I (Spring 24)
Featuring: Colby Jacobs, third-year Computer Science major, Innovation minor; Co-founder & President of Seminole Innovators; passionate for assisting other in building new skills while widening exposure to possibilities in programming, technology, & game design.
Swing into Spring
Calling ALL students and staff eager to explore opportunities and cutting-edge resources. This dynamic space allows you to ignite your innovative and design spirit, connect with like-minded enthusiasts, and explore the tools shaping tomorrow. Don't miss out – possibilities start here!
Rooks Rumble
Many talk but few can actually play!
Find a challenger & test your skills in this open seat chess tournament. Most WINS crowned CHAMP
Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon Competition Challenge 5
The Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon provides students with an opportunity to exercise their creative problem solving skills and win $100!
The Ideathon is part of the FSU Innovation Hub’s biweekly Seminole Innovator Lunch Hour and is sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and Blackstone LaunchPad.
Our Challenge for December 1st
The final challenge will be an open floor idea pitching forum. Present an innovative, impactful, and feasible solution to ANY existing problem. Solutions may include business ideas, physical inventions, services, systems, apps, etc.
Pitch your solution Friday, December 1st at the Hub!
Lunch Hour VI (Fall 23)
Featuring: Taiwo Sogbesan, Biomedical Engineering, is an experienced Research Assistant in the healthcare industry working with nano biomaterials and robotics lab. Skilled in collaborative work, research, and project management.
Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon Competition CHALLENGE 4
The Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon provides students with an opportunity to exercise their creative problem solving skills and win $100!
The Ideathon is part of the FSU Innovation Hub’s biweekly Seminole Innovator Lunch Hour and is sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and Blackstone LaunchPad.
Our Challenge for November 17th
Given the growing interest in promoting biodiversity and protecting our oceans, how might we encourage people to create and maintain ocean-friendly gardens that support coastal ecosystems and contribute to the health of our seas?
Reframe this HMW to identify areas of oceanic sustainability in which you might have an impact, then develop an innovative solution. Solutions may include physical inventions, services, systems, apps, etc.
Pitch your solution Friday, November 17th at the Hub!
Lunch Hour V (Fall 23)
Featuring: Tiana (T), programmer, IT technician, Arcvale Frontend Developer & tech enthusiast. Innovation journey has led to pathway and passion of Information Technology.
1st Generation Shark Tank Competition
The Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship's Blackstone LaunchPad, FSU Innovation Hub and the Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement (C.A.R.E.) have partnered together for the:
1st Gen Shark Tank Competition!
GRAND PRIZE: $500!
The competition is part of the CARE's First Gen Week and is co-sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and the FSU Innovation Hub.
Lunch will be provided!
Application Deadline: Wednesday, November 8th at 11:59pm EST
Competition Date: Thursday, November 9th from 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Competition Location: Innovation Hub, 142 Collegiate Loop
This competition is open to ALL FSU students!
Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon Competition Challenge 3
The Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon provides students with an opportunity to exercise their creative problem solving skills and win $100!
The Ideathon is part of the FSU Innovation Hub’s biweekly Seminole Innovator Lunch Hour and is sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and Blackstone LaunchPad.
Our Challenge for November 3rd
Given that FSU has a reputation as a party school, HOW MIGHT WE embolden students who don't drink or smoke, to find fun activities with like-minded students, so that they can develop social connections that support their healthy lifestyle and academic success.
Pitch your solution Friday, November 3rd at the Hub!
Lunch Hour IV (Fall 23)
Featuring: Max Manausa, FSU Alumnus, majored in Marketing; XR Social Media Influencer +100k followers; XR 'Elite Developer' for TCL RayNeo; AI/MR Consultant for ThirdEye Gen; English Instructer with CREVERSE in South Korea; consulted for various smart glasses companies & AI companies as Metaverse Max
Head in the GAME (Day II)
Virtual Reality has become one of the hottest topics today. What was often written off as a gimmick has burst into new ways to transport people to different worlds, build engaging games, and tell interactive stories.
In this workshop, learn to design & develop your own Virtual Reality (VR) applications - build virtual environments & program interactions.
FABRICATED
Possibilities of 3D printing will sweep you away! Test out a new way to print wearable gear.
Head in the GAME
Virtual Reality has become one of the hottest topics today. What was often written off as a gimmick has burst into new ways to transport people to different worlds, build engaging games, and tell interactive stories.
In this workshop, learn to design & develop your own Virtual Reality (VR) applications - build virtual environments & program interactions.
Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon Competition Challenge 2
The Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon provides students with an opportunity to exercise their creative problem solving skills and win $100!
The Ideathon is part of the FSU Innovation Hub’s biweekly Seminole Innovator Lunch Hour and is sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and Blackstone LaunchPad.
Our Challenge for October 20th
Given the challenges many students face as they develop their life of independence away from home, HOW MIGHT WE help students balance their student obligations & personal life interests to maximize the benefits of both?
Pitch your solution Friday, October 20th at the Hub!
Lunch Hour III (Fall 23)
Featuring: Daniel Gandelman, Computer Scientist, Poet, Musician, and Artist, works on projects relating to Data Structures for Blockchain and Federated Machine Learning. High passion for the scientific, technical, creative, and the desire for innovation. Music and art assist in informing approach to problem solving, communication, and self-expression.
Innovation Information
Featuring:
Dave Montez, Associate Director of FSU’s Center for Undergraduate Research and Academic Engagement (CRE), Tech Fellows, IDEA Grants and FSU iGEM
Wendy Plant, Director for the InNOLEvation™ Center for Student Engagement, Director of the Entrepreneurship Innovation Learning Community & Entrepreneur in Residence
Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon Competitions
The Blackstone LaunchPad Ideathon provides students with an opportunity to exercise their creative problem solving skills and win $100!
The Ideathon is part of the FSU Innovation Hub’s biweekly Seminole Innovator Lunch Hour and is sponsored by Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship and Blackstone LaunchPad.
Our Challenge for October 6th
Given that over 80 percent of students struggle with anxiety or depression at some time in their college life, how might we destigmatize mental health issues and support all students’ mental health?
Pitch your solution Friday, October 6th at the Hub!
Lunch Hour II (Fall 23)
Featuring: FSU iGEM The International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) Competition is the premiere student competition in synthetic biology. iGEM teams spend a year solving a problem using synthetic biology and the projects are presented at the iGEM Grand Jamborees.