Exciting Opportunity for Your Students: Delaware State University’s Innovation Venture
My company White Coat White Collar® (STEM & Healthcare Career Development | White Coat White Collar ™)has been working with Delaware State University - College of Agriculture, Science and Technology over the last year under Dean Cherese Winstead who is included in this email. We are excited to introduce you to our First Annual Innovation Venture, a groundbreaking initiative designed to empower students across HBCUs to innovate, collaborate, and compete for meaningful impact and recognition.
What’s at Stake?
Students will compete for over $175,000 in cash prizes:
$50,000 for Tier 1 (Middle/High School)
$75,000 for Tier 2 (Undergraduate)
$100,000 for Tier 3 (Graduate)
Winning teams will also gain access to a prestigious Accelerator Program, offering:
Ongoing mentorship from industry leaders.
Networking opportunities with top innovators and professionals.
Support and resources to develop their ideas into impactful solutions.
About the Innovation Venture
This competition is an unparalleled opportunity for students to:
Collaborate in teams to research and address challenges in key industries like agriculture, healthcare, or technology.
Develop innovative product prototypes and pitch their ideas to a panel of experts.
Gain hands-on experience in innovation, engineering, and entrepreneurship.
Why Participate?
In addition to competing for cash prizes and mentorship, students will:
Network with peers, faculty, and industry professionals.
Showcase their talents on a national stage.
Contribute to innovative solutions that make a meaningful impact.
Example of Innovation Solutions
To inspire your students, here is an example of the type of innovative solution that could be developed:
Tiny sensors that detect dehydration before it destroys crops: Earth.com article.
Learn More and Register
Visit www.dsuinnovate.org for detailed event information, registration steps, and key dates.
Delaware State University is proud to lead this initiative to highlight the incredible talent within the HBCU community. We would love to present this opportunity to your students, either in person or virtually. Our team is happy to visit your campus or host an informational session to share more details and inspire participation.
Questions? Contact Us
Please reply all to this email or reach out to any of the program leaders listed below for additional information:
Jayfus Doswell, Ph.D.
Program Director, Statewide Engineering Initiative | CAST
Email: jdoswell@desu.eduCherese Winstead, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Agriculture, Science and Technology (CAST)
Email: cwinstead@desu.eduMia Freeman, M.Ed.
Corporate Engagement and Workforce Development, Engineering Initiative | CAST
Email: mfreeman@desu.eduWe are excited to work with your university and look forward to seeing the groundbreaking ideas your students will bring to the table!
Cheers,
Explore our recent event where over 300 students advanced their careers through our Career Readiness Program™️.
Aurellia Whitmore, PhD
Founder & CEO
White Coat White Collar®