We are a community of learners from every corner of campus, first-year through doctoral, applying our passions to change the world.
What is NC State Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship?
Social innovation and entrepreneurship is the practice of applying problem-solving tools and a creative mindset to bring about a more equitable and just world. We learn skills to become global change leaders, whether as entrepreneurs starting new ventures or social enterprises or those seeking to learn problem-solving skills to impact their communities or existing organizations.
The NC State campus and surrounding community serve as our vibrant laboratory for social entrepreneurship. Faculty, staff and students from across our diverse university work hand in hand with our area’s brightest entrepreneurs. In this dynamic environment, we teach, mentor and learn from and with each together.
Khawar Latif Khan was born and raised in Pakistan. He is a PhD Candidate in the Communication, Rhetoric, and Digital Media (CRDM) program in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHASS). His research interests include UI/UX design, human-computer interaction, and design and social justice.
At this point in my academic and professional career, I’m looking for opportunities where I can learn more about the issues of marginalized communities in different regions of the world, particularly when it comes to the socio-technical environments. I believe that the Social Innovation Fellowship will help me get better understanding of communities and develop a more empathic attitude when talking about their problems. I’m driven to make some difference in the lives of people who are at a disadvantage. If I can make an impact in one person’s life, changing it for the better, it’ll be worth the effort.
New episode of the Exceptional Undergrads podcast is live with Ishita Pai Raikar @ishitapairaikar
Ishita is an undergrad at North Carolina State University! She has a passion for innovation at the intersection of technology, ethics, and policy. In addition to her academic pursuits, she is a TEDx speaker and entrepreneur, founding "GlobeUplift" – a non-profit dedicated to raising awareness about global issues.
Click the link in our bio to listen to the episode!
Jack Zimmerman from Cornelius, NC is a sophomore in the College of Natural Resources studying Sustainable Materials and Technology with a concentration in renewable energy in order to move the world into a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.
“Finding people that are willing to put ideas into action is extremely important in life and I know the Social Innovation Fellows Program does exactly that!”
