The UND Center for Innovation is excited to announce the upcoming LAUNCH Showcase. Members of the media are invited to attend and cover this special occasion, which will showcase innovative projects, highlight student startup ventures, and provide opportunities to connect with campus leaders and partners.
Event Details
What: LAUNCH Showcase
When: 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Where: Social Stairs in the Memorial Union on UND’s campus
2901 University Ave, Grand Forks, ND 58202
About the LAUNCH Showcase
The Launch Showcase is an annual celebration of startup innovation and the second installment of this growing event. Held on April 29, 2026, at the UND Memorial Union Social Stairs, the Showcase features short startup pitches followed by networking with founders from across UND’s entrepreneurship pipeline. Participating companies include Runway Accelerator founders, NSF I-Corps teams, ventures supported through SBA FAST and SBIR/STTR programs, and potential companies emerging from the Innovation Moonshot Initiative. The event brings together an audience of investors, industry leaders, and entrepreneurial ecosystem partners to help advance these companies and accelerate their development and impact.
RSVP: Registration is open to all. Visit the event’s webpage to register.
For all media inquiries or questions regarding the event, please contact Haylee Bjork.
Contact Information
Haylee Bjork, Marketing Coordinator, UND Center for Innovation
Phone: 701.777.3281
Email: haylee.bjork@UND.edu