Join OIC.

Build your ideas.
Get up to $10,000.
Make amazing friends.

Submit a project or idea

‍Existing projects or new ideas.
Open to all UO students.
Why not you?

Speakers and mentors from companies including
See our upcoming event lineup

OIC gave me confidence as a founder!

Kelly O'Neill

This community is amazing :)

Karly Bierma

The mentors are SO helpful!

Kylie Williams

How It Works


OIC helps you turn your ideas into impact.

You can join with a new idea, an existing project, or a problem you want to solve.

We're a supportive community. Students of all ages and majors are welcome!

The program runs from January to April. You'll attend workshops once a month.

Between workshops, you'll build your project at your own pace.

Throughout, you'll get mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and innovators.

You can join solo or with a team. It's also common for teams to form during the program.

Teams must have at least one University of Oregon student in a major role.

In early spring term, you can pitch for up to $10,000 in funding.

Office Hours with Entrepreneurs

Our entrepreneur mentors are here to help.
Book office hours

Upcoming Events

OIC Events Calendar

We provide an ideal place
for students of all ages and majors
to build their next great project.
A place for transformation
of yourself and the future.