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Galant Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Galant Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Programs & Events

At the forefront of Charlottesville’s flourishing startup scene, the Galant Center contributes to the local entrepreneurial culture through myriad innovation-focused partnerships across the University and the broader community, supporting startup-based learning programs and exciting competitive events.

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Galant Challenge Program

Since 2012, the Galant Challenge Program has deployed more than $37 million in seed and early-stage capital to emerging ventures. The year-round program provides opportunities for UVA students to learn about due diligence, startup leaders and founders affiliated with UVA to pitch for funding, and alumni investors to join a growing network of VC funders.  Learn more about the program and the Galant Challenge Showcase that takes place in April annually on the program website.

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Founders Forum

The Founders Forum, hosted by the Galant Center, is the ultimate gathering for aspiring entrepreneurs and industry leaders. The daylong event brings together UVA students and community members for inspiring conversations, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities that explore how today’s innovators are building authentic relationships in an increasingly tech-driven landscape.

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Competitions

In addition to the Galant Challenge, there are a number of University-wide new venture competitions and funding opportunities, including the UVA Entrepreneurship Cup (“the E-Cup”), which awards upwards of $25,000 for winning UVA undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral teams.

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Speakers, Workshops, and Symposia

Throughout the semester, we partner with student organizations (e.g., Entrepreneurship Group, Social Entrepreneurship and Economic Development, HackCville) to bring speakers to Grounds; host workshops; and create opportunities to connect founders, funders, and other alumni working in and around the new venture community with students.