Communities in the U.S. and around the world are entering a new era of transformational change. Residents and the surrounding environments are increasingly
As resource constraints and climate change impacts in California and across the world become more severe, individuals and communities will lack access to the
Big Ideas is an annual contest aimed at providing funding, support, and encouragement to interdisciplinary teams of students who have “big ideas.” Since its
Each year the Big Ideas Contest reflects on feedback from students, judges, and advisors to develop a robust program of entrepreneurial skill development
In response to this analysis, in the fall of 2010, Big Ideas changed its format from a one-round competition to the current structure it utilizes today, a
The contest is designed to be an academic year-long process that assists students in developing the skills necessary to launch successful projects (e.g.,
Big Ideas is a year-long accelerator for mission-driven ventures, providing training, networks and funding to interdisciplinary teams of UC Berkeley students
