--- title: Stories and Updates | Horn Entrepreneurship | entrepreneurship (7) description: entrepreneurship | Stories, news and updates from Horn Entrepreneurship, the creative engine of University of Delaware (7) --- [![University of Delaware](https://horn.udel.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/HPE_Jan2017/logo.png?width=168&height=70&name=logo.png "University of Delaware")](http://udel.edu) #### Horn Entrepreneurship # [Stories & Updates](https://horn.udel.edu) ### [Teams pitch clothing, menu, STEM startups](https://horn.udel.edu/teams-pitch-clothing-menu-stem-startups) Four teams competed in the final round of [Hen Hatch](https://www.udel.edu/research-innovation/horn/venture-support/hen-hatch/), UD’s premier startup funding competition, and all four won thousands of dollars from a panel of judges – plus $2,500 for travel expenses to other competitions and often time with consultants. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/teams-pitch-clothing-menu-stem-startups) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • December 10, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [awards](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/awards), [events](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/events), [competition](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/competition), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [Hen Hatch](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/hen-hatch) ### [Dr. Abayomi Akinboye: A Global Perspective on Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/dr.-abayomi-akinboye-a-global-perspective-on-entrepreneurship) With a career spanning three continents, Dr. Abayomi Akinboye brings a truly global perspective to entrepreneurship education. As an Assistant Professor at the University of Delaware’s Alfred Lerner College of Business & Economics, he leverages experiences from Nigeria, Malaysia, and New Zealand to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs. We sat down with Dr. Akinboye to learn more about his journey. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/dr.-abayomi-akinboye-a-global-perspective-on-entrepreneurship) by [Alea Eldemire](https://horn.udel.edu/author/alea-eldemire) • December 02, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [educators](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/educators) ### [Rising in Entrepreneurship Rankings](https://horn.udel.edu/rising-in-entrepreneurship-rankings) #### UD’s Horn Entrepreneurship ranks 27th in The Princeton Review and Entrepreneur magazine’s 2025 list For the sixth year in a row, University of Delaware’s [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://www.udel.edu/research-innovation/horn/) has solidified UD’s ranking among the top entrepreneurship universities in the nation. In the [*Princeton Review* and *Entrepreneur* magazine’s Top 50 list for 2025,](https://www.princetonreview.com/college-rankings?rankings=top-50-entrepreneurship-ugrad&page=2) UD moved up to 27 from last year’s ranking of 31 and is [third overall in the Mid-Atlantic region](https://www.princetonreview.com/college-rankings?rankings=top-mid-atlantic-entrepreneurship-ugrad). This article was originally published on [UDaily](https://www.udel.edu/udaily/2024/november/horn-entrepreneurship-princeton-review-entrepreneur-rankings/). [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/rising-in-entrepreneurship-rankings) by [Alfred Lerner College of Business & Economics](https://horn.udel.edu/author/alfred-lerner-college-of-business-economics) • November 13, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [awards](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/awards), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [innovation](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation) ### [Join Us for a Celebration of Innovation & Entrepreneurship at UD](https://horn.udel.edu/celebrate-innovation-entrepreneurship-at-the-university-of-delaware-join-us-for-blue-hen-innovation-fest) Calling all innovators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers! Get ready to celebrate creativity, groundbreaking ideas, and entrepreneurial spirit at the University of Delaware’s [***Blue Hen Innovation Fest***](https://horn.udel.edu/en/2024-blue-hen-innovation-fest) on **December 5**. This exciting new festival is a unique opportunity for UD students, alumni, and community members to connect, collaborate, and showcase their entrepreneurial journeys. Whether you’re an aspiring founder, a seasoned innovator, or someone curious to learn more about the future of entrepreneurship, this event has something inspiring for everyone! [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/celebrate-innovation-entrepreneurship-at-the-university-of-delaware-join-us-for-blue-hen-innovation-fest) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • November 11, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [innovation](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation), [Hen Hatch](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/hen-hatch) ### [Drumroll Please: Announcing the 2024 Hen Hatch Finalists](https://horn.udel.edu/drumroll-please-announcing-the-2024-hen-hatch-finalists) Four teams advanced to the final round of Hen Hatch, UD’s premier startup funding competition, at the [2024 Blue Hen Innovation Fest](https://horn.udel.edu/en/2024-blue-hen-innovation-fest) on December 5. These finalists will compete to find out how much of the $50,000 prize pool will help them advance their ventures. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/drumroll-please-announcing-the-2024-hen-hatch-finalists) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • October 28, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [pitching](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pitching), [Hen Hatch](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/hen-hatch) ### [The Results Are In: Meet the 2024 Fall Pitch Party Winners](https://horn.udel.edu/the-results-are-in-meet-the-2024-fall-pitch-party-winners) The Venture Development Center was packed Wednesday night for the 2024 Fall Pitch Party. The event, designed for students new to pitching, provided a stage for innovative ideas, a space for networking, and a showcase for student startups. Everyone who participated received a $20 gift card, while the top 3 received monetary prizes in recognition of their outstanding presentations and concept potential. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/the-results-are-in-meet-the-2024-fall-pitch-party-winners) by [Natalie Kessler](https://horn.udel.edu/author/natalie-kessler) • October 25, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [competition](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/competition), [innovation](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation), [pitch party](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pitch-party) ### [Spotlight on the 2024 Hen Hatch Semifinalists](https://horn.udel.edu/spotlight-on-the-2024-hen-hatch-semifinalists) Eleven teams advanced to the second round of Hen Hatch, UD’s premier startup funding competition. These semifinalists will compete on October 25 to find out which of the promising concepts will advance to the final round of Hen Hatch at the [2024 Blue Hen Innovation Fest](https://udel.ungerboeck.net/prod/emc00/PublicSignIn.aspx?&aat=65377753697267444169556876586a374c4e7868712f3070426a415758493157754d6a46486544536c4b493d) on December 5. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/spotlight-on-the-2024-hen-hatch-semifinalists) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • October 22, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [competition](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/competition), [Hen Hatch](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/hen-hatch) ### [Ready to pitch? All you need is an idea!](https://horn.udel.edu/ready-to-pitch-all-you-need-is-an-idea) Do you have an idea for a new product or service?  The [Fall Pitch Party](https://www.tfaforms.com/5149413) will occur at the [Venture Development Center](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Venture+Development+Center/@39.6823,-75.748148,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x89c7aa3a9872ea21:0x31a45a51ff6a7d6c!8m2!3d39.6823!4d-75.748148!16s%2Fg%2F11c5250l_l?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) on Wednesday, October 23 from 6 pm-7:30 pm. The Pitch Party is a unique event tailored for UD students who are new to the experience of pitching ideas. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/ready-to-pitch-all-you-need-is-an-idea) by [Natalie Kessler](https://horn.udel.edu/author/natalie-kessler) • October 17, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [competition](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/competition), [pitching](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pitching), [innovation](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation), [pitch party](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pitch-party) ### [Fueling Innovation: Celebrating the Achievements of the Horn Community](https://horn.udel.edu/fueling-innovation-celebrating-the-achievements-of-the-horn-community) Over the past year, University of Delaware’s community of brilliant entrepreneurs and innovators continues to shine, leaving a trail of impressive achievements in their wake. From securing vital funding through investments and grants to earning top honors in awards and competitions, UD students, faculty, and alumni consistently push the boundaries of excellence. Their hard work and ingenuity have garnered well-deserved recognition from notable figures and publications alike. Below, we celebrate their remarkable accomplishments, categorized by the incredible contributions of the students, alumni, faculty & staff, and the Horn National Advisory Board. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/fueling-innovation-celebrating-the-achievements-of-the-horn-community) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • October 08, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [success stories](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/success-stories), [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [competition](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/competition), [innovation](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation), [commercialization](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/commercialization) ### [NSF I-Corps At UD Propelus Program: Recap of Key Insights And Outcomes](https://horn.udel.edu/nsf-i-corps-at-ud-propelus-program-recap-of-key-insights-and-outcomes) Entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey have access to a wide array of resources at UD. One such resource is the NSF I-Corps @ UD Propelus program, which trains teams in evidence-based entrepreneurship over four weeks. Meet the teams in Propelus Cohort 1. 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