Join the Beginners' Idea Bridge Workshop Series at Lied Library

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Are you ready to turn your ideas into reality? The Beginners' Idea Bridge workshop series will guide you through the creative and practical steps of developing, prototyping, protecting, and funding your business ideas. Whether you are a budding entrepreneur or just curious about the process, these hands-on workshops will help you build confidence and skills in ideation, design, and entrepreneurship.

Upcoming Workshops

Ideal Wallet Ideation Workshop
Wednesday, Feb. 12 | 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Makerspace, Lied Library
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This workshop teaches students how to brainstorm business ideas, become comfortable with uncertainty, and work through design iterations. Participants will engage in group discussions and real-time ideation activities.

Designing and Prototyping Workshop
Wednesday, Feb. 19 | 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Makerspace, Lied Library
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This workshop introduces students to the tools and machines available in the Lied Library Makerspace. Participants will learn how to operate machinery, use digital files and software, and apply the iterative design process when prototyping. A resource guide for further learning will be provided.

Protecting Your Idea Workshop
Wednesday, Feb. 26 | 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Eureka Room, Lied Library
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This workshop covers intellectual property basics, including copyrights, patents, and trademarks. Students will learn how to search for existing intellectual property and participate in activities to better understand these legal protections.

Funding and Selling Your Idea Workshop
Wednesday, March 5 | 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Amargosa Room, Lied Library
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This workshop teaches students how to write a lean canvas business plan, understand business structures, and explore different types of funding. Participants will engage in entrepreneurial activities and receive a resource guide for further learning.

The workshop series is sponsored by the UNLV Libraries Patent and Trademark Resource Center powered by Switch.

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