Mike and Renee Child Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

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Cultivate your entrepreneurial mindset.

Innovation and entrepreneurship is a mindset. Those who have it pursue solutions where others see obstacles, create uncommon collaborations where others work alone, and lead when others are frozen by uncertainty. And in our rapidly evolving world, it's more essential than ever. Learn about this Big Idea >

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Profiles in Success: Aggie Innovator Mathew Magno

"Be as likeable, knowledgeable and transparent as possible. Never be afraid to ask questions: persistence is the key to success.”
—UC Davis alumnus Mathew Magno, co-founder of Japa.
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Changemakers

We believe that UC Davis students, faculty and staff have a responsibility to change the world.

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Face to Face with the Chancellor and Executive Chef Diaz

Santana Diaz, executive chef for UC Davis Health who will lead next month’s Tower Bridge Dinner, sat down for a chat on Face to Face with Chancellor May.

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Entrepreneurs Thrive at UC Davis

“The Big Bang! win was an incredible boost to our startup, and gave us the enthusiasm and confidence all young entrepreneurs crave.”

Think. Do. Discover. | An Unexpected Path to Purpose

$5.2 million for innovation and entrepreneurship

"We are honored to be part of the important work of helping students and faculty translate their knowledge and skills into ventures that improve society and add value to the economy.”—UC Davis alumni Michael C. and Renée Z. Child

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