Program Activities
The Beckendorf Family Center for Innovation and Global Entrepreneurship supports students, faculty, alumni and community members who are interested in starting their own businesses. Areas include educational programs, experiential activities, networking and outreach, business partnerships, related coursework and much more.
How can we assist you?
The H-E-B School of Business and Administration offers professional experiences for students entering into business professions and entrepreneurship initiatives. Professional development opportunities include startup challenges and pitch competitions.
Students can benefit by taking courses that complement their degree plans. The courses will enhance events and opportunities offered through the center.
Students at the H-E-B School of Business and Administration (HEBSBA) have access to thousands of dollars' worth of scholarships available only to business students.
Establish and develop a network of innovative entrepreneurs to learn from and showcase your business initiatives. Coaching and mentorship opportunities will be offered to students.
Business Resource Fair
Thursday, Nov. 14 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Student Engagement Center
Network, learn from industry professionals and discover new opportunities at resource tables from the Bexar County Clerk, Geekdom, Frost Bank and more! View the Business Resource Fair flyer (pdf).
Contact Dr. Teresa Harrison at teresa.harrison@uiwtx.edu or (210) 283-6482. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Take advantage of internships and career opportunities offered through the center and learn more by visiting the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Career Services.
Beckendorf Outstanding Student in Entrepreneurship Award
The ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Beckendorf Outstanding Student in Entrepreneurship Award recognizes a ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ student who demonstrates an exceptional entrepreneurial mindset through innovation, initiative, creativity and action. The award honors a student who goes beyond simply developing ideas by actively pursuing opportunities, solving problems, creating value and demonstrating the persistence needed to move ideas forward.
Recipients may distinguish themselves through entrepreneurial ventures, participation in pitch or startup competitions, innovative academic or community projects, leadership in entrepreneurship activities, or other efforts that reflect the spirit of entrepreneurship. Consistent with ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½'s mission, special consideration is given to students who demonstrate how entrepreneurial thinking can create meaningful value for others and contribute positively to their communities.
The award is presented by the Beckendorf Family Center for Innovation and Global Entrepreneurship to celebrate a student who exemplifies the creativity, initiative, resilience and entrepreneurial spirit the Center seeks to cultivate across ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.
2026 Recipient - Dylan Castillo
External Entrepreneurship Organizations
United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (USASBE) is an inclusive community advancing entrepreneurship education through bold teaching, scholarship and practice.
Texas University Network for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (TUNIE) is an association of universities and colleges formed in 2008 to promote innovation and entrepreneurship and to share best practices across schools located in Texas.
The Global Partnership for Poverty and Entrepreneurship (GPPE) provides a dynamic platform for sharing resources related to venture creation by the poor.