Recent alumnus Ke’Shaun Rogers, class of 2026, has never been the type to settle for one path. His journey at the University of Delaware has been defined by range, curiosity, and a willingness to step into unfamiliar spaces. After taking Introduction to Entrepreneurship with Dr. Laura Gasiorowski, Ke’Shaun recognized a pull toward innovation and creativity and switched his major to entrepreneurship in the fall of his sophomore year and never looked back.
Read MoreFrom adaptive equipment access and wildlife tracking to beauty accessibility and safer winter weather solutions, the Delaware Innovation Fellows brought a wide range of student-led ideas to life at the 2026 DIF Innovation Showcase.
Read MoreAidan Kutch’s first sneaker flip started with a pair of shoes, a disappointing store offer and an eBay listing. Years later, the University of Delaware senior has turned that early lesson in value into Kutch’s Kicks, where the student founder turns sneaker restoration into a serious business by making high-end sneaker culture more accessible.
Read MoreThe Entrepreneurship Club’s Spring Pitch Party was full of fresh new ideas on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Students brought their ideas to the market for a night filled with fresh pitches, innovative ideas, and cash prizes.
Read MoreArielle Mahugu, Class of 2027, is turning her interest in science and wellness into something tangible through Arima Skincare. A Biological Sciences major with a Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship minor, Arielle is building a skincare brand while balancing academics, leadership roles, and hands-on entrepreneurial experiences through Horn. From Pitch Party and VentureOn to Hen Hatch and E-Club, Arielle has been steadily growing as both a founder and a student leader.
Read MoreOn Wednesday, February 18, entrepreneurship majors, Delaware Innovation Fellows, faculty, and staff swam over to the Venture Development Center (VDC) for the biannual semester kick-off event. Sponsored by REEF@UD, this year’s “Under the Sea” theme transformed the VDC into a cozy coral reef, complete with an inviting spread of sea-themed goodies like shark-cuterie and sea breeze spirals. Hosted by the Student Experience team, the gathering launched a swell of lively networking, anchoring new connections and a tide of camaraderie.
Read MoreKameron Manning enlisted in the United States Air Force in 2017 and quickly advanced to president of the Airmen Council, a role in which he would hold meetings where all the airmen in his rank would voice their problems or concerns, and then brief the base commander.
During summer 2025, students from the University of Delaware’s Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics discovered new avenues for professional preparation and practical hands-on experience. Lerner College students pursued an array of internships, externships and other professional development opportunities. From MBA scholars to undergraduates entering their second year at UD, students across a spectrum of Lerner programs shared their experiences accomplishing an assortment of projects.
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