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Isabella Bank Institute for Entrepreneurship
We empower entrepreneurial thinkers—whether you’re launching a venture, building a family business, creating social impact, or driving innovation inside an organization. Turn ideas into action.
Start your entrepreneurial journey
At Central Michigan University, the Isabella Bank Institute for Entrepreneurship is more than a program—it’s where students from every major turn ideas into real impact. As Michigan’s first Department of Entrepreneurship, we’re a hub for hands-on learning, innovation, and mentorship.
Here, you’ll:
- Build an entrepreneurial mindset that sets you apart in any career path—launching ventures, shaping social missions, advancing family businesses, or driving innovation inside established companies.
- Collaborate across disciplines to create projects that matter.
- Learn from alumni, faculty, and industry leaders who’ve built their own paths.
- Gain real-world experience through workshops, hackathons, and pitch competitions.
- Compete in the New Venture Challenge, where students win up to $10,000 in cash and grants to grow their ideas.
Whether you want to start something new or transform what already exists, the Institute is your launchpad.
Take the next step!
When you’re ready to get started, stop by Grawn 164 to join the team or visit the Idea Den in Grawn 166—your space to brainstorm, build, and take the next step.
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Update May 26, 2022: Due to adverse weather conditions this week, parking lots 33N and 33S and the adjacent service loop will remain closed through Friday, June 3.
For one week in May, Central Michigan University will temporarily close parking lots 33N and 33S, as well as a nearby service loop, for repaving and enhancements.
Beginning Friday, May 20, both lots and the adjacent service loop will be closed for the final phase of parking service drive enhancement, which includes paving. The project is expected to take one full week, with both lots and the service road re-opening by end of day Friday, May 27.
Parking lots 33N and 33S, as well as the adjacent service loop, will be closed May 20-27. Closed areas are highlighted in red.
For the health and safety of all individuals, no parking or driving is permitted in closed areas. Everyone is asked to remain outside of the construction area during this timeframe.
Individuals who typically park in lots 33N and 33S can find alternate parking in lots 27, 28, 29, 51 and 52. A full map of parking areas is available on CMU’s campus parking map.