Center for Entrepreneurship

Transform Communities and Yourself in Sri Lanka! 

Why This Course Matters: 

Dive into the world of social entrepreneurship in Sri Lanka, where you'll work on sustainable community projects and empower women entrepreneurs in the tourism industry. 

Overview: 

Participants will work side-by-side with the respected Sarvodaya, Sri Lanka's 67-year-old grassroots community development organization. In addition, you’ll work with local entrepreneurs in the tourism industry to address real social challenges and explore sustainable business solutions that create positive impact for their respective businesses. These solutions will inform innovations back in the U.S. for emerging and nascent entrepreneurs. 

Who Can Join: 

Open to all students, alumni and community members passionate about making a social impact and learning about social entrepreneurship through immersive experiences. 

Why You Should Care:

• Hands-On Impact: Collaborate with the Sarvodaya, Sri Lanka's 67-year-old grassroots community development organization, and local women entrepreneurs to create real change.
• Cultural Immersion: Experience Sri Lanka's rich culture and history while developing business models that address local needs.
• Career-Boosting Skills: Gain unique insights into social entrepreneurship that will set you apart in any career path. 

Cost and Funding: 

Estimated cost: $2,995
*Includes a $800 airfare allowance, lodging, meals and program activities. 

Unlock the Future of Education in Italy! 

Why This Experience Matters: 

Step into the heart of educational innovation in Urbania, Italy. Experience the MOF methodology, a groundbreaking innovation from Finland that has been interpreted and blended throughout Italy - birthplace of both the Reggio Emilia and Montessori approaches, and transform your organization’s teaching with cutting-edge strategies. This program offers a rare opportunity to experience this innovative teaching method firsthand - in classrooms from Pre-K to higher education.

Who Can Join: 

This exclusive opportunity is open to all experienced and aspiring educators and administrators eager to elevate their teaching skills and explore impactful innovative approaches. 

Why You Should Care: 

• Engage Directly with Innovators: Learn from visionaries behind the MOF Methodology’s extensive adoption in Italy and bring back insights that will revolutionize your classroom.
• Hands-On Learning: Observe and participate in authentic MOF environments from Pre-K through higher education, gaining practical skills you can apply immediately.
• Entrepreneurial Edge: Infuse entrepreneurial thinking into your educational practice, setting you apart as a leader in your field.

Cost and Funding: 

$3,595 per person (double occupancy), excluding airfare to/from Bologna, Italy.
*Includes lodging, ground transportation, school visits and 10 meals. 

Discover the Art of Business in Italy! 

Why This Course Matters: 

Immerse yourself in Italy's vibrant culture and learn how to turn artistic and culinary traditions into thriving enterprises. 

Overview: 

Experience creative business ventures in Bologna and Urbania. Meet Italian artisans, visit creative studios, vinotecas and family restaurants while discovering how creativity and commerce intersect. Perfect for culinary enthusiasts, restaurant connoisseurs and arts entrepreneurs seeking authentic Italian cultural immersion.

Who Can Join: 

Open to students, alumni and community members who are passionate about arts, theater, music and culinary fields who are ready to explore the intersection of arts and innovation. 

Why You Should Care: 

• Cultural Exploration: Study at Centro Studi Italiani and gain firsthand experience in Italy's creative economy.
• Innovative Learning: Analyze business models in arts and culinary enterprises, discovering how to balance creativity with commercial success.
• Unique Perspective: Learn how cultural heritage can create market value, enhancing your entrepreneurial vision. 

Cost and Funding: 

Cost: $2,995 per person/double occupancy. 
*Additional $500 community participation fee for non-students.