--- title: Stories and Updates | Horn Entrepreneurship | opportunities description: opportunities | Stories, news and updates from Horn Entrepreneurship, the creative engine of University of Delaware --- [![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) ### [Free Lunch Fridays Return to Horn This Semester](https://horn.udel.edu/free-lunch-friday-highlight) Who doesn’t love free food and insightful conversation? Free Lunch Fridays are returning this semester at Horn, offering a weekly speaker series featuring entrepreneurial leaders from the community. Come for the free lunch and stay for the conversation. Each Friday gives students the opportunity to hear firsthand from entrepreneurs and professionals as they share their experiences, lessons learned, and advice. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/free-lunch-friday-highlight) by [Caitlin Scott](https://horn.udel.edu/author/caitlin-scott) • September 17, 2026 Topics: [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [events](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/events), [opportunities](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities) ### [Siegfried Fellows Explore Leadership and Purpose in Washington, D.C.](https://horn.udel.edu/siegfried-fellows-explore-leadership-and-purpose-in-washington-d.c) Through the Siegfried Fellows Program at the University of Delaware, students recently spent a day in Washington, D.C., engaging with leaders across consulting, global strategy, cybersecurity, and organizational research. While each speaker came from a different professional background, Fellows encountered a consistent message throughout the trip: meaningful work is driven not just by achievement, but by intention, curiosity, and purpose. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/siegfried-fellows-explore-leadership-and-purpose-in-washington-d.c) by [Ryan Shore](https://horn.udel.edu/author/ryan-shore) • April 27, 2026 Topics: [enrichment](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/enrichment), [opportunities](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities), [leadership](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/leadership), [Siegfried](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/siegfried) ### [Innovators Rise: Four Student Ventures Advance to Hen Hatch Finals](https://horn.udel.edu/innovators-rise-four-student-ventures-advance-to-hen-hatch-finals) Four teams advanced to the final round of Hen Hatch, UD’s premier startup funding competition, at the [2025 Blue Hen Innovation Fest](https://horn.udel.edu/2025-blue-hen-innovation-fest) on December 4. 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/innovators-rise-four-student-ventures-advance-to-hen-hatch-finals) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • November 03, 2025 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), [opportunities](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students), [Hen Hatch](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/hen-hatch) ### [Falling Into Opportunity: Entrepreneurship at UD This Semester](https://horn.udel.edu/falling-into-opportunity-entrepreneurship-at-ud-this-semester)   As the leaves turn and a new school year begins, it’s the perfect season to plant the seeds of your next big idea. Horn Entrepreneurship offers students a variety of opportunities this fall to connect, learn, and grow as innovators. Whether you’re just curious about startups or already knee-deep in building your own venture, there’s something waiting for you. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/falling-into-opportunity-entrepreneurship-at-ud-this-semester) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • September 03, 2025 Topics: [enrichment](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/enrichment), [resources](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/resources), [opportunities](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities), [startups](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups), [VentureOn](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/ventureon) ### [Networking Ninja: Meet the Matchmaker of Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/networking-ninja-meet-the-matchmaker-of-horn-entrepreneurship) At Horn Entrepreneurship, relationships fuel innovation. Whether it’s pairing students with seasoned entrepreneurs, bringing alumni back to share their wisdom, or creating opportunities for collaboration, building bridges is what we do best. And at the center of it all is Laurie Prysock, a true connector who thrives on forging meaningful relationships. We sat down with Laurie to learn more about how she brings people together to strengthen the Horn community. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/networking-ninja-meet-the-matchmaker-of-horn-entrepreneurship) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • June 11, 2025 Topics: [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [alumni](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni), [opportunities](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities) ### [The Ignite! Early Move-In Program: A Kickoff to Success](https://horn.udel.edu/the-ignite-early-move-in-program-a-kickoff-to-success) Horn Entrepreneurship’s Enrichment programs enhance the college experience by bringing students into a supportive community of like-minded peers while helping them gain valuable skills, experiences, and connections outside the classroom. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/the-ignite-early-move-in-program-a-kickoff-to-success) by [Natalie Kessler](https://horn.udel.edu/author/natalie-kessler) • September 11, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [opportunities](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students), [innovation](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation) ### [Unlock Your Leadership Potential With The Siegfried Fellows](https://horn.udel.edu/unlock-your-leadership-potential-with-the-siegfried-fellows) Are you a student leader looking to take your skills to the next level? Are you eager to make a tangible impact on your campus and beyond? Look no further than the Siegfried Fellows program. [The Siegfried Fellows](https://www.udel.edu/research-innovation/horn/student-enrichment/self-program/) program is a highly selective, cohort-based, 10-month immersive experience tailored for students with leadership aspirations. Its curriculum aims to enhance self-awareness and personal growth, foster connections with regional leaders, and ignite a drive for positive change. Participants are aspiring leaders striving to cultivate entrepreneurial mindsets, resilience, and creative problem-solving skills, all while nurturing their character virtues. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/unlock-your-leadership-potential-with-the-siegfried-fellows) by [Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/author/horn-entrepreneurship) • March 18, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [enrichment](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/enrichment), [opportunities](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students), [leadership](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/leadership), [Siegfried](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/siegfried) ### [3 Reasons You Need To Apply For Horn's Awards and Scholarships](https://horn.udel.edu/3-reasons-why-you-should-apply-for-horns-awards-and-scholarships) University of Delaware students, are you looking for opportunities to earn cash and recognition to fuel your college experience and future career? Horn Entrepreneurship has revamped our [Awards and Scholarships](https://www.udel.edu/research-innovation/horn/student-enrichment/awards-scholarships/https://www.udel.edu/research-innovation/horn/student-enrichment/awards-scholarships/) with a streamlined application process, and here are three compelling reasons why you should jump on this opportunity: [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/3-reasons-why-you-should-apply-for-horns-awards-and-scholarships) by [Ryan Sigmund](https://horn.udel.edu/author/ryan-sigmund) • March 04, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [awards](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/awards), [resources](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/resources), [opportunities](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students) ### [Horn Entrepreneurship's Awards & Scholarships 2024](https://horn.udel.edu/horn-entrepreneurships-awards-scholarships-2024) Horn Entrepreneurship at the University of Delaware is pleased to unveil a dynamic shift in the application process for our esteemed [Entrepreneurship Awards and Scholarships](https://www.udel.edu/research-innovation/horn/student-enrichment/awards-scholarships/). Departing from traditional essays, the new modernized approach seeks to streamline the process for students while providing a better assessment through the eyes of our newly implemented selection committee, composed of Horn Entrepreneurship faculty and staff. Applications are now open until March 10. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/horn-entrepreneurships-awards-scholarships-2024) by [Ryan Sigmund](https://horn.udel.edu/author/ryan-sigmund) • February 26, 2024 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [awards](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/awards), [community](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community), [resources](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/resources), [opportunities](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities), [students](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students) ### [Shoring Up Against Climate Change: Join the REEF@UD Eco Entrepreneurship Design Sprint](https://horn.udel.edu/shoring-up-against-climate-change-join-the-reefud-eco-entrepreneurship-design-sprint) In the face of an ever-escalating climate crisis, the need for innovative solutions has never been more critical. Now, more than ever, we require a dynamic, multidisciplinary approach to tackle the pressing challenges posed by climate change. The University of Delaware's REEF@UD Eco Entrepreneurship program invites scientists, engineers, policy makers, entrepreneurs, artists, and anyone eager to make a difference to join us in a two-day Eco Sprint dedicated to developing creative solutions for coastal resilience in Delaware and beyond.The sprint, titled Shoring Up Against Climate Change: Design for Coastal Resilience, will be hosted Friday, Oct. 6, from 4pm to 8pm & Saturday, Oct. 7, from 10am to 2pm at the Venture Development Center. [Read More](https://horn.udel.edu/shoring-up-against-climate-change-join-the-reefud-eco-entrepreneurship-design-sprint) by [Ryan Sigmund](https://horn.udel.edu/author/ryan-sigmund) • September 29, 2023 Topics: [entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship), [opportunities](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities), [innovation](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation), [environment](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/environment) 1 [2](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities/page/2) [3](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities/page/3) [4](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities/page/4) [5](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities/page/5) ### Subscribe to Blog Updates ### Recent Posts ### Posts by Topic - [entrepreneurship (243)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship) - [community (225)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/community) - [students (159)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/students) - [alumni (118)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/alumni) - [awards (116)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/awards) - [startups (116)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startups) - [events (102)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/events) - [innovation (96)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/innovation) - [success stories (89)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/success-stories) - [resources (83)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/resources) - [enrichment (82)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/enrichment) - [competition (65)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/competition) - [Summer Founders (51)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/summer-founders) - [social entrepreneurship (49)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/social-entrepreneurship) - [pitching (47)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pitching) - [opportunities (45)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/opportunities) - [careers (43)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/careers) - [entrepreneurship and science (42)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship-and-science) - [pre college (40)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pre-college) - [women entrepreneurs (38)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/women-entrepreneurs) - [leadership (35)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/leadership) - [Hen Hatch (31)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/hen-hatch) - [future of work (31)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/future-of-work) - [Insider (28)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/insider) - [pitch party (28)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pitch-party) - [educators (26)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/educators) - [technology (25)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/technology) - [VentureOn (23)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/ventureon) - [startup advice (23)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/startup-advice) - [equity (22)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/equity) - [pre-accelerator (22)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pre-accelerator) - [commercialization (20)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/commercialization) - [environment (20)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/environment) - [research (17)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/research) - [demo day (16)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/demo-day) - [entrepreneurship and the arts (16)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/entrepreneurship-and-the-arts) - [Siegfried (13)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/siegfried) - [internships (13)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/internships) - [10 Year Anniversary (11)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/10-year-anniversary) - [DIF (10)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/dif) - [Horn Hen of the Month (8)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/horn-hen-of-the-month) - [The Horn Team (7)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/the-horn-team) - [government (7)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/government) - [pivoting (7)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/pivoting) - [REEF@UD (6)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/reefud) - [HDFS (4)](https://horn.udel.edu/topic/hdfs) see all [![Horn Entrepreneurship](https://horn.udel.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Email-Images/Universal/Horn-Entrepreneurship_logo_320px.png?width=240&name=Horn-Entrepreneurship_logo_320px.png "Horn Entrepreneurship")](https://udel.edu/horn) ### EXPLORE - [About Us](https://www.udel.edu/research-innovation/horn/about-horn/) - [Upcoming Events](https://events.udel.edu/venture_development_center_478) - [Venture Development Center](https://www.udel.edu/research-innovation/horn/student-enrichment/vdc/) --- ### CONNECT [132 E Delaware Ave Ste 100](https://goo.gl/maps/EuUJZSSiG5u) Newark, DE 19711 [hornprogram@udel.edu](mailto:hornprogram@udel.edu) P: 302-831-4393 - [![Horn Entrepreneurship Facebook](https://horn.udel.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Email-Images/Universal/facebook_icon.png?width=32&name=facebook_icon.png)](https://www.facebook.com/udhorn) - [![Horn Entrepreneurship Twitter](https://horn.udel.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Email-Images/Universal/twitter_icon.png?width=32&name=twitter_icon.png)](https://x.com/udbookschool) - [![Horn Entrepreneurship Instagram](https://horn.udel.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Email-Images/Universal/instagram_icon.png?width=32&name=instagram_icon.png)](https://www.instagram.com/udhorn) - ©2026 University of Delaware - [Comments](http://www.udel.edu/home/comments/) - [Legal Notices](http://www.udel.edu/home/legal-notices/)