Student Initiatives

The Winston Center sponsors student-led projects and events that reflect and advance the Center鈥檚 mission. Students are empowered to explore ethical leadership, social impact, and innovative solutions to today鈥檚 most pressing challenges.听
听DEIB INITIATIVES
The Carroll School of Management is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. CSOM undergraduate students are invited to submit project proposals that promote inclusion and belonging in the Carroll School. Budgets up to $1,500 for initiatives ranging from six months to one year will be considered.
Applications will be accepted in Fall 2025.

Spring 2025:听Taste of Cultures:听This initiative brought together 10 social clubs for a vibrant听Taste of Cultures听event, where each group showcased dishes representing their respective cultures. The Chinese Students Association earned the 鈥淏est Cuisine鈥 prize based on attendee votes.
听THE NEXT WAVE CHALLENGE
Undergraduate students are invited to submit their original ideas or projects. Participants will engage in a three-stage competition that includes idea submission, market research and validation, and a final pitch incorporating a fusion element. The competition challenges students to demonstrate creativity, critical thinking, and innovation under pressure.
The next competition will be held in Spring 2026.听

Spring 2025:听The grand prize was awarded to听BranchOut, a friendship app developed by James Koonce, Josiah Kondo, and William Kelly.