The Ellen Rudnick ’72 Student Entrepreneur Fund provides financial support for Vassar students of all class years to pursue summer opportunities in start-ups/entrepreneurial ventures. The funds can be used to support opportunities that are both creative and innovative where recipients can explore new ideas, especially with organizations that have a social impact.
Note: This application requires one (1) letter of recommendation. Request this letter through the application portal BEFORE submitting your application to give your letter writer adequate time to submit before the deadline!
Deadline:
April 15
Eligibility Criteria:
- Current Vassar first year, sophomore, junior, or senior engaging in an entrepreneurial venture or interning with a start-up.
- Preference will be given to students who receive financial aid at Vassar.
- Preference will be given to students who are engaged with projects and organizations that have a social impact.
- Preference will also be given to projects or experiences that are full-time in nature.
- Opportunities may be self-initiated or with an entrepreneur or start-up organization. Special consideration will be given to opportunities proposed in conjunction with a Vassar alumna/us.
Awards:
- Two awards of $5000.
- Funds will be distributed as follows: $4500 in May/June; $500 in September.
Application Process:
- Application components include the following: information about your internship or venture, resume, cover letter, and one letter of recommendation.
- Applicants will be notified in early May.
Expectations:
Recipients of the Ellen Rudnick ’72 Student Entrepreneur Fund will be expected to:
- Provide employer confirmation (if not a self-started venture) and communicate with the CCE regarding any status changes
- Complete a Learning Contract
- Complete a brief mid-summer check-in
- Write a thank you letter to the donor at the end of the summer (recommended: include a photo of you and/or your internship)
- Attend a Zoom gathering with the donor and past recipients
Recipients may also be invited to serve on student panels to share more about their experiences.
Additional notes:
- Awards are contingent upon the continued availability of the proposed experience and travel policy guidelines.
This fund is made possible through the generous support of Ellen Rudnick ’72, Senior Advisor on Entrepreneurship at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Ellen Rudnick '72 Student Entrepreneur Fund
The Ellen Rudnick ’72 Student Entrepreneur Fund provides financial support for Vassar students of all class years to pursue summer opportunities in start-ups/entrepreneurial ventures. The funds can be used to support opportunities that are both creative and innovative where recipients can explore new ideas, especially with organizations that have a social impact.
Note: This application requires one (1) letter of recommendation. Request this letter through the application portal BEFORE submitting your application to give your letter writer adequate time to submit before the deadline!
Deadline:
April 15
Eligibility Criteria:
- Current Vassar first year, sophomore, junior, or senior engaging in an entrepreneurial venture or interning with a start-up.
- Preference will be given to students who receive financial aid at Vassar.
- Preference will be given to students who are engaged with projects and organizations that have a social impact.
- Preference will also be given to projects or experiences that are full-time in nature.
- Opportunities may be self-initiated or with an entrepreneur or start-up organization. Special consideration will be given to opportunities proposed in conjunction with a Vassar alumna/us.
Awards:
- Two awards of $5000.
- Funds will be distributed as follows: $4500 in May/June; $500 in September.
Application Process:
- Application components include the following: information about your internship or venture, resume, cover letter, and one letter of recommendation.
- Applicants will be notified in early May.
Expectations:
Recipients of the Ellen Rudnick ’72 Student Entrepreneur Fund will be expected to:
- Provide employer confirmation (if not a self-started venture) and communicate with the CCE regarding any status changes
- Complete a Learning Contract
- Complete a brief mid-summer check-in
- Write a thank you letter to the donor at the end of the summer (recommended: include a photo of you and/or your internship)
- Attend a Zoom gathering with the donor and past recipients
Recipients may also be invited to serve on student panels to share more about their experiences.
Additional notes:
- Awards are contingent upon the continued availability of the proposed experience and travel policy guidelines.
This fund is made possible through the generous support of Ellen Rudnick ’72, Senior Advisor on Entrepreneurship at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.