Minister for Innovation, Science and the Digital Economy and Minister for Small Business Leeanne Enoch with team members from Microba
Budding entrepreneurs will have greater access to industry, mentorship and facilities with innovation incubator ilab at UQ relocating to The University of Queensland's St Lucia campus. ilab at UQ, which previously operated at UQ's Long Pocket site, is a business accelerator hub for startups which provides a supportive environment for entrepreneurs and mentors them through the early stage of business development. UQ Deputy Vice-Chancellor (External Engagement) Professor Iain Watson said giving ilab a central location at UQ was part of the University's commitment to expanding employability programs and providing students with industry experience and start-up opportunities. "We know from the development of our Student Strategy that our students have a healthy appetite for developing entrepreneurial skills and UQ is working hard to meet the expectations of a connected and digitally minded generation," Professor Watson said. "Locating ilab at St Lucia provided better access to valuable resources that can assist our students, our researchers, our alumni and those in the community to develop and grow global startups. "It contributes to an enhanced student experience by providing them with ongoing opportunities to be involved in entrepreneurial programs, whether that be as a founding member of a new business, as an intern assisting in development, or learning from advisors and mentors." Minister for Innovation, Science and the Digital Economy and Minister for Small Business Leeanne Enoch attended the official opening at the St Lucia campus last night.
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