Hub Highlights July: A Month of Inspiration
Get ready to be inspired! July at the Innovation Hub was full of creativity, learning, and entrepreneurial spirit. From exploring cutting-edge tech to launching a brand-new business, the SLC community brought their A-game. Check out July’s edition of Hub Highlights below to learn more about what happened this past month at the Innovation Hub.
Small talks with Big ideas: Exploring the Future with AXIS “Tech Meetups”
This month, we welcomed Enactus SLC and their awesome AXIS "Tech Meet Up" event. This month featured many great "Small Talks," where people give short presentations about things in tech that they are passionate about.
We dove into the incredible world of virtual reality (VR), discovering how it's transforming industries from healthcare to emergency response. Imagine training for high-pressure jobs in a safe, immersive VR environment – the possibilities are endless!
Next up, we explored the power of single-board computers – those tiny tech wonders powering everything from robots to medical devices. Their versatility and impact are truly remarkable.
The grand finale? A mind-bending presentation on the digital twin of the Innovation Hub! This virtual recreation of our physical space was like stepping into a video game.
If you have a cool tech idea you want to share, sign up here to give a Small Talk at the next AXIS event! We'd love to hear about it.
Enactus SLC Takes on the Bentley Challenge – And Heads to the Final Four!
A huge shout-out to Enactus SLC for making it to the final four teams in the Enactus Canada Bentley Challenge! This challenge is all about using technology to make the world a better place.
Cesar Hernandez, the leader of this project, has been working hard to create a digital twin of the Innovation Hub. He is aiming to show other schools how useful VR can be for learning.
Mark your calendars for August 7th as we cheer on Cesar and his team in their final presentation. A win means a presentation on the big stage at the Enactus World Cup in Kazakhstan!
Want to see the digital twin and learn how it's helping students? Come to our weekly AXIS event, every Friday from 3 to 5 pm at the Innovation Hub.
From Idea to Incorporation: Open Podium Fuels Entrepreneurial Success
Open Podium is a program where anyone can share their ideas and get helpful advice. This month, we witnessed a remarkable success story!
Sri pitched his business, Logiscreen Inc., and took full advantage of Open Podium presenting his business concept and consistently seeking guidance to refine his vision every week. We're so excited to share that Sri officially incorporated his business, taking a giant leap from idea to legal entity! We're so proud of Sri and can't wait to see what he does next!
This is what Sri had to say about Open Podium: “You wouldn’t believe the kind of help I had from Open Podium. It helped me boost my confidence, increased my connections, and allowed me to gain valuable insights by 100x.”
Do you have an idea you want to explore? Don't miss Open Podium, join us every Monday from 2 pm to 4 pm at the Innovation Hub. Our expert panel will give you valuable feedback to help guide you through your process. Sign up here!
Stay Connected – The Future is Bright at the Innovation Hub!
July was a testament to the incredible talent and drive within the SLC community. We can't wait to see what August brings!
Whether you're a student with a community-focused project, a faculty member eager to foster innovation, or simply someone who loves to explore new ideas, the Innovation Hub is your place. Let's connect and collaborate!