Read news stories about entrepreneurship at Mizzou Engineering.
Oct. 7, 2026
Mechanical engineering alumnus inducted into Mizzou Hall of Fame
Joon Bai graduated from Mizzou prepared to engineer a better world. He has lived a life defined by perseverance, entrepreneurship and philanthropy.
Oct. 7, 2026
Student entrepreneurs grow their businesses at Mizzou
A new cohort of Tigers is turning ideas into businesses through hands-on experiences in the Mizzou Student Center — while returning entrepreneurs are taking their ventures to the next level.
June 8, 2026
‘Instead of waiting for opportunities, take the initiative’
Mechanical engineering undergrads Diego Ochoa and Ashlyn Ohlms won the Entrepreneurship Alliance competition with a medical device born of insight, ambition and collaboration.
Dec. 3, 2025
Entrepreneurs turn idea, seed funding from Mizzou into a multimillion-dollar 3D printing company
Three alumni are advancing the possibilities of recycled-plastic 3D printing with their St. Louis–based company, launched with prize money from Mizzou’s Entrepreneur Quest.
Nov. 5, 2025
Mizzou Engineering students among finalists in 2025 Entrepreneur Quest
Projects in the annual business venture competition seek to improve lives with a focus on health care and infrastructure.
July 28, 2025
Weird Mage is Mizzou magic
Jasper Holland and fellow creative wizards leverage Mizzou opportunities and advantages to launch video game company.
Feb. 23, 2025
Mizzou alumna helps farmers streamline finances
For Sami Tellatin, BS BE ’15, innovation isn’t a choice. It’s a way of life. The Mizzou Engineer is revolutionizing the way agriculture professionals manage their time and budgets.
Dec. 2, 2024
Mizzou’s game changers
Two Mizzou Engineering students won first place in Entrepreneur Quest, the signature program of the Griggs Innovators Nexus in the Mizzou Student Center.
Nov. 10, 2024
Engineering entrepreneurs
Two groups with Mizzou Engineering students were named finalists in the 2024 Entrepreneur Quest (EQ) program. Learn more about their business ventures.
May 14, 2024
Hatching high-growth ventures
Faculty at leading research, land-grant institutions like the University of Missouri juggle many roles. They teach and mentor students, write grants, conduct research, publish their work and engage the public.