New Year, New Possibilities:Dear Wond’ry Community,
As we step into 2025, we’re filled with excitement for the incredible ideas, partnerships, and innovations that lie ahead. Last year, the Wond’ry saw countless breakthroughs and solutions for our community and beyond.
January marks the perfect time to set bold goals, take on new challenges, and immerse yourself in the opportunities around you. Whether you’re looking to refine your business model, dive into hands-on creation in our makerspaces, collaborate on a social venture, or explore the world of design thinking, the Wond’ry is here to help you turn your vision into reality.
As we reflect on our previous year, we would love to hear from you on what things you loved reading about, and what items you want to see more of in the new year! Click here to take our short feedback survey.
Here’s to a year of curiosity, collaboration, and impact!
Warm regards,
the Wond’ry Team
P.S. Don’t forget to check out our January events and upcoming challenges—your next breakthrough could be just around the corner.
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| Upcoming Programs & Events
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Entrepreneurship is kicking off a ton of programs!
Sullivan Family Ideator Program
Duration: Jan. 28 - Mar. 5
Click here to apply (Deadline: Jan. 14)
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CIA Applications Close
Climate Innovation Accelerator at the Wond’ry:
Feb. 6 - Apr.17, Thursdays | 4:30-6 PM
This is a client-facing, mentor-guided, project-based program with student teams. All learning, no grades. Paid team lead opportunities are available. Skills acquired: activating insights from interviews, navigating ambiguity, ideating, prototyping, project management, innovation, sustainability and strategic frameworks. Register here. Seats are limited and competitive.
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EDT Program Cohort Open
Get hands-on experience with Design Thinking practices, practice your problem-solving skills, and boost your professional toolkit with the Spring 2025 cohort of IBM Enterprise Design Thinking!
This 10-week program follows a hands-on learning approach with 30% lectures and 70% group activities. Through engaging activities such as user research simulations, ideation sessions, and prototyping exercises, you will gain a deep understanding of the design thinking framework and its practical applications, empowering you to solve real-world industry challenges effectively. You won't just learn theory; you'll get to apply your newly acquired knowledge in a real-world setting. Working alongside a community partner organization, you'll apply design thinking solutions to help tackle challenges within their organization. Learn more.
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Makerspace Workshops
Join our hands-on Makerspace workshops to explore new skills, unleash your creativity, and bring your ideas to life! Whether you're interested in 3D printing, woodworking, or electronics, our workshops provide the tools and guidance you need to turn your concepts into reality. Open to all skill levels—no prior experience required! Click here to sign up.
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Challenges and Opportunities
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Support the Wond'ry:
By making your tax-deductible gift to our Student Innovation Fund, you help us provide students with the funding they need to turn their ideas into reality. Donate here.
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