REGISTERED EVENTS

Center for Entrepreneurship Lecture Series: “Using Business for Social Change”

Rochester, New York

17 November 2011-18 November 2011

Jane Plitt has done extensive work in Rochester to open business opportunities to women and is a visiting scholar at the University. Her book, Martha Matilda Harper: How One Woman Changed the Face of Modern Business, was published by Syracuse University Press in 2000. Plitt's presentation will highlight how successful businesses have improved society without compromising the pursuit of profit both in the United States and throughout the world—a concept called social entrepreneurship. The event is free and open to the public, with a reception to follow in the Eisenberg Rotunda, Schlegel Hall. For additional information, call (585) 276-3500. Although free, advance registration is required online at http://www.rochester.edu/entrepreneurship/registration.html. All attendees that register will receive a free campus parking pass.

Eastman School of Music Business Plan Counseling

Rochester, New York

14 November 2011-20 November 2011

Eastman School of Music students interested in the Center for Music Innovation and Engagement’s New Venture Challenge contest can now sign up for Business Plan Counseling to receive help and advice on writing their plans. Make an appointment by calling (585) 274-1113 or emailing

Entrepreneurship Networking Night

Rochester, New York

7 November 2011-8 November 2011

Interested in entrepreneurship? Talk to others who have interest or professional success within the field of entrepreneurship from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7, in the Rotunda in Schlegel Hall. Hosted by the University’s Entrepreneurship Club and Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity, the event brings together undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, professors, alumni, and local entrepreneurs to provide an opportunity for networking and socializing. Refreshments will be provided. RSVP to Susanna Virgilio at or contact her with questions.

FIRE Lecture Series "The Basics of the Patenting Process"

Rochester, New York

3 November 2011-4 November 2011

Filing a patent application is one of the surest methods of securing intellectual property protection. An understanding of the basics of this process is important for any researcher, inventor, or entrepreneur. With the recent passage of the Leahy-Smith America Invents Act, a reexamination of this topic is appropriate and timely. Our presenter this month is J. Gibson Lanier, Ph.D., J.D., a patent attorney with Ballard Spahr in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Lanier has been working with the University's patent portfolio and presenting at the F.I.R.E. Series since 2003. Refreshments will be served. Please contact David Englert, or call 585.784.8856 for more information or to register for this event.

Hajim School of Engineering Social on Entrepreneurship

Rochester, New York

18 November 2011-19 November 2011

Open to Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences students, faculty and staff ONLY, this event will feature drinks and appetizers for a chance to network and socialize. The event will also include an entrepreneurship information table, hosted by the Center for Entrepreneurship.

Polyphonic on Campus Webinar - Diversity in Music: "Look Around You - Who's There?"

Rochester, New York

14 November 2011-15 November 2011

Why do "blind auditions" occur? Why are certain instruments predominantly played by men or women? Why are certain genres of music predominantly played by white musicians and others by musicians of color? Is this a "non-issue" today? Want to talk about it? Here's your opportunity! Contact Linda Altpeter at for more information and to register.

TEAM M.S. Degree Program Information Session

Rochester, New York

9 November 2011-10 November 2011

Learn about the master’s degree program in Technical Entrepreneurship and Management (TEAM) at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, in the Center for Entrepreneurship, 1-211 Carol Simon Hall. The session is hosted by Duncan Moore, vice provost for entrepreneurship, and Andrea Galati, executive director. Rochester students qualify for scholarship opportunities. RSVP to 276-3500 or

Virtual Enterprises Business Plan Judging

Rochester, New York

10 November 2011-11 November 2011

Student volunteers are needed to judge high school students’ Virtual Enterprises business plans on Thursday, November 10 at 6:30 p.m. in Schlegel Hall, room 107. Judging rubrics, pizza, and beverages will be provided to all student volunteer judges. No business experience is necessary. Register online at http://www.rochester.edu/entrepreneurship/registration.html or call the Center for Entrepreneurship at 276-3500 for more information.

Warner Graduate School of Education Lunch Hour: "Evaluating an Entrepreneurial Opportunity"

Rochester, New York

16 November 2011-17 November 2011

Raffaella Borasi, dean of the Warner Graduate School of Education and Human Development at the University of Rochester, will present a revised evaluation tool developed during the Kauffman Foundation grant. It provides a framework for evaluating initiatives, including strategic planning processes. Dean Borasi will introduce the tool, use a completed initiative to demonstrate the process, and then solicit feedback for continued improvements.