McNair Institute for Entrepreneurism and Free Enterprise

2018 News

UofSC Creativity: Music, engineering and global studies programs emphasize flexible thinking, skills

The university has established several new degree programs that illustrate creative curricula by adding innovation, an entrepreneurial approach or other types of value to traditional degrees.

Bob McNair's University of South Carolina Legacy

Bob McNair was a giant. In today’s society, bellwethers of his stripe are a rarity, which makes his passing more of a loss.

‘Shark Tank’ finale for The Proving Ground set for March 29

The community is invited to cheer students and alumni of the University of South Carolina as they compete for startup prizes and support in The Proving Ground Thursday, March 29.

Make your best pitch

For the past eight years, University of South Carolina students and recent grads have had the opportunity to turn their brilliant ideas into something tangible with the Proving Ground — a startup business pitch competition along the lines of ABC’s “Shark Tank” television program.

McNair Entrepreneurship Showcase to feature Drybar founder Alli Webb

Alli Webb, founder of blow out salon company Drybar, will speak on her journey from hairdresser to entrepreneur during the McNair Entrepreneurship Showcase on Feb. 9.

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