Student Events

Sales is more than being outgoing or persuasive. It is about communication, confidence, relationships, and solving problems.

This workshop will break down the fundamentals of sales, how to connect with customers, pitch ideas effectively, and build trust that turns conversations into opportunities.

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Develop a business with the understanding of why it matters, what problem was identified, the solution (the business), and the outcome as the business progresses.

First half of semester, August 26-October 14 is entry level interest. Topics are directly related to start ups and workshops presented by alumni, or topic experts.

Those that attend 6 of 7 in Part 1 will receive a certificate/completion

Last day is a pitch competition: 1st $200 2nd $150 3rd $100

Your ideas have value and protecting them matters.

This workshop will introduce students to the basics of intellectual property, including trademarks, copyrights, patents, and brand protection.

Learn the differences between each, when they matter, and how to take the first steps toward protecting your business, technology, and creative work.

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Topic Tuesdays is a new workshop series focused on researchers and innovators from campus and the community seeking to move technology-based ideas toward real-world commercialization.

Hosted at Star Park, the series features McCoy College of Business faculty sharing practical insight on entrepreneurship, innovation strategy, commercialization, funding, market validation, intellectual property, business development, and building technology-driven ventures.

This workshop will cover the basics of small business budgeting, pricing, expenses, profit, and financial planning to help students build smarter and more sustainable businesses from the start.

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Develop a business with the understanding of why it matters, what problem was identified, the solution (the business), and the outcome as the business progresses.

First half of semester, August 26-October 14 is entry level interest. Topics are directly related to start ups and workshops presented by alumni, or topic experts.

Those that attend 6 of 7 in Part 1 will receive a certificate/completion

Last day is a pitch competition: 1st $200 2nd $150 3rd $100

Are you a TXST student business owner looking for a place to sell on campus? Or do you want to support fellow Bobcat entrepreneurs?

Through the collaboration between Student Made Texas State & Bobcat Bazaar, we're creating more opportunities for student entrepreneurs to showcase and grow their businesses. The Bobcat Bazaar have pop-up markets featuring products and services from our very own TXST student-owned businesses.

Reserve your spot on the LBJ Mall, located between the LBJ Student Center and Alkek Library, & connect with the campus community while growing your brand!

CSE Catapult is an open, monthly Q&A and networking space designed to support students and founders at the earliest stages of idea development.

Each session connects participants to key campus partners, including Alkek One for prototyping and innovation, Student-Made for student ventures, OPFT and C2C for business development, and STAR Park for broader entrepreneurial support.

Whether you’re just exploring an idea or looking for your next step, CSE Catapult acts as a direct pathway to resources, connections, and opportunities right from the beginning.

This workshop will help students identify what makes their business unique, define their value, and learn how to stand out from competitors through branding, positioning, and customer experience.

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Develop a business with the understanding of why it matters, what problem was identified, the solution (the business), and the outcome as the business progresses.

First half of semester, August 26-October 14 is entry level interest. Topics are directly related to start ups and workshops presented by alumni, or topic experts.

Those that attend 6 of 7 in Part 1 will receive a certificate/completion

Last day is a pitch competition: 1st $200 2nd $150 3rd $100

A great idea is only valuable if people actually want it.

This topic will help students learn how to test assumptions, gather customer feedback, identify target markets, and validate whether their product, service, or technology solves a real problem before investing significant time and money.

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Topic Tuesdays is a new workshop series focused on researchers and innovators from campus and the community seeking to move technology-based ideas toward real-world commercialization.

Hosted at Star Park, the series features McCoy College of Business faculty sharing practical insight on entrepreneurship, innovation strategy, commercialization, funding, market validation, intellectual property, business development, and building technology-driven ventures.

Learn the easy steps to pitching your idea with confidence.

This workshop will cover how to clearly communicate your problem, solution, and vision in a simple, effective way.

And if you are ready, take your shot and pitch to win and future opportunities! 

1. $250

2. $200

3. $150