糖心视频

Idea Factory Poster Competition

Showcase Your Business Idea!

Get ready to showcase your business idea in the Idea Factory Competition, an exciting poster competition for SU students. Hosted by 糖心视频’s Entrepreneurship Program, this competition challenges you to develop a business idea, create a poster and pitch your idea for a chance to win up to $5,000. Don’t miss this opportunity to turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality!

Download Competition Flyer (PDF)

Eligibility Requirements

  • SU students (undergraduate or graduate)
  • Apply individually or as a team (3 max)

Awards & Prizes

  • 1st Place: $5,000 cash
  • 2nd Place: $2,500 cash
  • 3rd Place: $1,000 cash
  • Merit Awards: $500 cash (5 available)
  • Top STEM Idea: $1,000 cash
  • Runner-up STEM Idea: $500 cash
  • Jenna Drewer Noll Cross-Collaboration Award: $1,000 cash
  • Mosaic Award: $500 cash
  • Military-affiliated/Veteran Award: $250 cash

Deadlines

  • Application opens: Monday, February 2, 2026 at 12:01 AM
  • Application closes: Monday, April 6, 2026 at 11:59 PM
  • Competition day: Friday, May 1, 2026 (reserve 7:30 AM – 12 PM)

Submission Requirements

  • Online Application
  • Poster (digital file uploaded by April 6, 2026, and poster appointment scheduled by April 13, 2026)

Competition Files:

Competitor Readiness Training

Prepare for success with our Competitor Readiness Training! This online program provides step-by-step guidance for developing your idea, refining your pitch, and understanding what judges are looking for. It’s designed to help competitors feel confident and fully equipped for the competition. Access the training here: J

Sponsorship Information

Our Student Entrepreneurship Competitions thrive through the generous support of donors like you. Your contribution directly empowers the next generation of innovators!

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