xFoundry@UMD

Big congratulations to Aditi Gubba! As a dedicated member of the?Mental Health Xperiment Cohort, Aditi is already making a meaningful impact on student mental health. Her passion and drive are paving the way for real change—excited to see what she accomplishes next! #MentalHealth #xFoundry https://lnkd.in/eSGt58Eb

Brady Rourke, thank you for joining us to teach the students about teamwork! We can't wait to see what these terp teams accomplish! ??

What a beautiful and powerful display last night before the #Terps women’s basketball game. It was the annual Play 4 Kay Pink Game to support breast cancer awareness. The team wore their pink uniforms and shared support for family, friends & loved ones who continue to fight. Thank you also to our truly amazing partners at xFoundry@UMD for being the game sponsor. Please check out xFoundry’s mission, which is to tackle grand challenges through the power of entrepreneurship and multidisciplinary collaboration. https://lnkd.in/emQv9N8b They believe in empowering students to become agents of change, capable of addressing complex problems and making a tangible impact on the world. It’s all done right here on the University of Maryland campus. Simply incredible!

We're Hiring! Join the xFoundry@UMD Team xFoundry@UMD is looking for a?Program Coordinator?to support our events and partnerships team. This dynamic role involves managing schedules, coordinating travel, assisting with event logistics, handling sensitive documents, and providing operational support for our mission-driven initiatives. Apply Now! #Hiring #ProgramCoordinator #UMD #xFoundry https://lnkd.in/e6yEhND4

Last night, xFoundry@UMD, in partnership with the University of Maryland College of Education, hosted an insightful panel discussion on school safety solutions. Xperience Competition students connected with education leaders—principals, administrators, and teachers—who shared valuable real-world insights into the safety challenges schools face. The session provided a unique opportunity to refine ideas, validate solutions, and gain direct feedback from those on the front lines of education. Huge thank you to our panelists! #xFoundry #SchoolSafety #EducationLeadership #Innovation

xFoundry@UMD is #hiring! Join our team as a Technical Operations and Solutions Engineer! Are you a skilled, adaptable professional with expertise in AI and technical systems? Do you have experience setting up servers, integrating software tools, and ensuring seamless technical operations? If so, this role may be the perfect opportunity for you! https://lnkd.in/eVYwAF6d

Today at the E.A. Fernandez IDEA Factory, we’re exploring key topics shaping our world, from the evolving role of?Free Speech on College Campuses?to the impact of?AI on Business in collaboration with AIM, Leadership Maryland, and the Office of Community Engagement.?The IDEA Factory at UMD fosters innovation and meaningful conversations, addressing how universities navigate student activism and how AI enhances human potential and drives growth. Proud to see the IDEA Factory leading discussions that extend beyond the classroom! #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #FreeSpeech #ArtificialIntelligence #UMD

For Family Weekend, the Fischell Institute and xFoundry@UMD collaborated to host the first-ever?Innovation and Entrepreneurship Village. The village showcased the university’s success and passion for innovation and entrepreneurship. “We’re very proud that UMD is a top five school for innovation and entrepreneurship,” said?Dean Chang, the university’s chief innovation officer and associate vice president for innovation & entrepreneurship and economic development. “The Innovation Village was a terrific way to share that recognition and showcase some of our secret sauce with Terp families visiting.” https://lnkd.in/e9Zfkvai

xFoundry@UMD is #Hiring?Join us as a Program Coordinator! ?? We are looking for a dynamic, detail-oriented professional to help drive innovation and prepare students to tackle the world’s biggest challenges. If you’re skilled in project management, event planning, and communication, we want you on our team! Learn more and apply below. https://lnkd.in/gB2nb-sZ

Entrepreneurship isn’t something you're born with—it's something you practice. These words from Kevin Plank and Serena Williams show what it means to be 'all in.' Whether it’s education, business, or any field, success comes through passion, commitment, hard work, and determination. How will you take the next step? https://lnkd.in/eQifZdEu