Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship
College of Business
Location: Crete
Degree Type: Undergraduate
The entrepreneurship program at Doane University prepares students to become future business owners and leaders by developing the knowledge and practices needed to be successful in solving existing problems through creativity and innovation. Students are exposed to organizational development, marketing, financial viability and sound business planning. They have the opportunity to learn from experienced entrepreneurs through mentorship, class visits and case studies. The program is action-based, providing students with agency in their own progress bringing their passion, experience and talents together.
Involvement in the entrepreneurship program at Doane University will complement any major or discipline and add to the value of their liberal arts education.
Entrepreneurship Minor
Entrepreneurship Certificate
Faculty and Staff
Lisa Tschauner - Assistant Professor of Practice in Entrepreneurship
OWN Student Entrepreneurship Organization
The mission of this organization is to prepare student entrepreneurs through real world experiences and empower them to be creative thinkers by providing resources, opportunities, and an inclusive environment.
All Doane University students are welcome to join OWN. There is not a fee to join, only active participation is required.
We aim to create meaningful leadership opportunities for Doane students through the activities listed below:
- Hosting the Big Idea Doane competition in the fall semester
- Bringing dynamic alumni, leaders and speakers to campus to motivate students
- Offering various social events to encourage networking
- Professional engagement through hands-on projects working with real businesses
- Challenging and competitive business problem-solving
- Direct experience in the business world through travel and company tours
Our first meeting of the year will be:
OWN Meeting
Wednesday, Sept. 6th @ 7:00
Nyrop Hall
Join us for an overview of the organization, to learn about leadership opportunities as well as fun and food!
If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to any of our organizational leaders:
Chief Executive Officer - Zack Perez
Chief Operating & Marketing Officer - Alyssa Luebke
Chief Information Officer - Brian Mierzejewski
Chief Financial Officer - Cole Essex
OWN Advisor - Lisa Tschauner, Assistant Professor of Practice, Entrepreneurship
