SPARK! An Innovation Workshop Series
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 4:00–5:00 PM
- LocationToray Commons, Fascitelli Center for Advanced Engineering
- DescriptionThis hands-on workshop series is brought to you by the College of Engineering Ideation and Innovation Studio, a RISE-UP funded lab, and is designed to help you develop innovative solutions and learn how to turn an idea into a viable startup. Whether you attend one session or all five, you’ll gain skills you can apply in class, competitions, or even launching a business.
- Websitehttps://events.uri.edu/event/spark-an-innovation-workshop-series
- CategoriesClasses / Workshops
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