Are you looking for a career that will enable you to serve others and address tough social problems? In this career community, you can explore opportunities in Law & Social Justice, Human & Social Services, Social Entrepreneurship, Nonprofits, Government, and International Affairs & Public Policy.

Entrepreneurship Careers Can Look Like Anything!
Here Are Some of Our DEC Member’s Careers!
Small Business OwnerData AnalystsResearch and Development
CleanTech FounderNon-Profit FounderNew Technology Discovery

Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware Entrepreneurial Center (DEC OWU)

DEC OWU is a first-of-its-kind collaboration among Ohio Wesleyan, Delaware County, and the City of Delaware, creating an entrepreneurial ecosystem and education center that develops the mindset and knowledge base focused on creating unique solutions to problems and opportunities that change the world. For more information about becoming involved in DEC OWU activities, please see its web pages

Delaware Does Entrepreneurship provides entrepreneurs an opportunity to pitch their business ideas to a group of 50+ fellow entrepreneurs, students, potential investors, financial institutions, and business resource providers. You’ll also meet Delaware and Columbus leaders and resources. This is about building the entrepreneurial ecosystem! **Breakfast and coffee provided!

Are you interested in pitching at an upcoming Delaware Does event? Contact Steve Flaherty to share your idea and learn more. 

Seeking Alumni in Entrepreneurship? Look no further! We have a cultivated list of Alums who are eager to speak with you. Check out their profiles and reach out to them! Access tools on our Build a Network page for further templates and resources!

We strongly encourage that you create a LinkedIn profile! This is a great way to build your network and connect with fellow Alumni, faculty, and connections from OWU. Check out 15,000+ OWU Alumni, and join the OWU group below!

  • OWU Strengths ListOWU Strengths List
    Review the Clifton Strengths 34 Strength “Themes”.
  • Interview Success GuideInterview Success Guide
    Have an interview coming up? Learn how best to prepare and questions you can ask them.
  • Internship/Job Organization Platform (RAIN)Internship/Job Organization Platform (RAIN)
    AMAZING resource to organize your internship & job search process.
  • Free Graduate School Test PrepFree Graduate School Test Prep
    Looking to start practicing for your DAT, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, or OAT? View practice tests, study materials, and more depending on the exam! Ohio Means Jobs has a great free resource that everyone can access it for free, but to save your progress you can register for a free account. Navigate to College Test Preparation for Access ...
  • Virtual Challenge CardsVirtual Challenge Cards
    What’s your “Why?” “What challenges do I want to tackle?” To get started, login and use the code “OWU.”
  • Featured OWU “Career Experiences”Featured OWU "Career Experiences"
    Check out the TOP internship/research and other experiences that fellow students have pursued.
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