Institutions
Signature Programs
Institutions
Signature Programs
Institutions
Signature Programs
UT Permian Basin by the Numbers
5,700+
Students
9%
International
Students
37%
First
Generation
18%
BIPOC
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT
PERMIAN BASIN
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT PERMIAN BASIN
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT PERMIAN BASIN
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT PERMIAN BASIN
Founded in 1973, The University of Texas Permian Basin is a public university spanning two campuses across Odessa and Midland, Texas.
Founded in 1973, The University of Texas Permian Basin is a public university spanning two campuses across Odessa and Midland, Texas.
Founded in 1973, The University of Texas Permian Basin is a public university spanning two campuses across Odessa and Midland, Texas.
Founded in 1973, The University of Texas Permian Basin is a public university spanning two campuses across Odessa and Midland, Texas.
UT Permian Basin by the Numbers
5,700+
Students
9%
International Student
37%
First Generation
18%
BIPOC
UT Permian Basin by the Numbers
5,700+
Students
9%
International Students
37%
First Generation
18%
BIPOC
UT Permian Basin by the Numbers
5,700+
Students
9%
International
Students
37%
First Generation
18%
BIPOC
The LaunchPad at UT Permian Basin
The LaunchPad at UT Permian Basin
© 2023 The Texas LaunchPad Network
© 2023 The Texas LaunchPad Network
The LaunchPad at
UT Permian Basin
The LaunchPad at UT
Permian Basin
Program Showcase
© 2023 The Texas LaunchPad Network
© 2023 The Texas LaunchPad Network
Program Showcase
Program Showcase
Entrepreneurship for Beginners
Entrepreneurship for Beginners
Entrepreneurship for Beginners
Entrepreneurship for Beginners is a series of workshops that are held every Fall and Spring. These workshop encourages students from all majors to learn about entrepreneurship. Many topics are covered including "Developing a Business Idea," "Building a Business Plan," and "Effectively Pitching a Business Idea." In conjunction with the Entrepreneurship for Beginners, there's a professional headshot clinic to provide students with a free professional picture to use for LinkedIn and StartupTree.
Entrepreneurship for Beginners is a series of workshops that are held every Fall and Spring. These workshop encourages students from all majors to learn about entrepreneurship. Many topics are covered including "Developing a Business Idea," "Building a Business Plan," and "Effectively Pitching a Business Idea." In conjunction with the Entrepreneurship for Beginners, there's a professional headshot clinic to provide students with a free professional picture to use for LinkedIn and StartupTree.
Student Testimonials
"
"Blackstone has given me the confidence to pursue my business venture as it provided me with resources and a network of people that genuinely wanted to help me. I learned how to pitch my business idea and become a businesswoman effectively. I am grateful for the platform and opportunities Blackstone LaunchPad has provided me. "
Soraye Lara
"
"Blackstone has allowed me to create my dream project and encouraged me that it is possible. From their generosity I’ve been able to continue adding onto my idea and expand my networking between other peers. I hope one day my idea is reality and it can benefit many others."
Erica Loustaunau
"
Hadassah Hethcoat
"My goal in life is to find a field I am passionate about and a way to make a successful career out of that passion. In this pursuit, Blackstone LaunchPad has been amazingly supportive. The events they host foster the entrepreneurial spirit, but while encouraging creativity, they don’t forget to provide practical information. From the Entrepreneurial Bootcamp to the WTX Professional Women’s Symposium, every event I’ve attended has filled me with knowledge and excitement for the future. This is irreplaceable to a young woman dreaming of owning her own business someday, so I’m incredibly grateful to Blackstone LaunchPad."
By the Numbers
1,000
Students
Engaged Annually
$15,450
Funds
Given Annually
212
Annual Program
Participants
Student Spotlight
Soraye Lara
Soray, who has dreams of her own to become an entrepreneur, was one of the first students to take advantage of the opportunities the Launchpad offers and, lucky for her, she already had a business idea in mind.
“I was working at an ethical and sustainable boutique in Midland and I was in charge of finding different brands that we would be proud to stand behind and while I was researching all of these different brands within fashion, a lot of them gave back to human trafficking. The more I looked into it, a lot of companies were employing survivors from overseas and third-world countries. Since I wasn’t as familiar with human trafficking I wondered if this happened the United States. I learned that it is very prevalent here, especially in Texas. The Midland-Odessa area is the fourth largest hub of human trafficking so I was like this is something we need to talk about. So I decided to combine my love for fashion and business.” And that’s how her business: unlimited jewelry was born.
By the Numbers
1,000
Students Engaged
Annually
$15,450
Funds Given Annually
212
Annual Program Participants
By the Numbers
1,000
Students Engaged
Annually
$15,450
Funds Given
Annually
212
Annual Program Participants
By the Numbers
1,000
Students Engaged
Annually
$15,450
Funds Given
Annually
212
Annual Program
Participants
Student Spotlight
Soraye Lara
Soray, who has dreams of her own to become an entrepreneur, was one of the first students to take advantage of the opportunities the Launchpad offers and, lucky for her, she already had a business idea in mind.
“I was working at an ethical and sustainable boutique in Midland and I was in charge of finding different brands that we would be proud to stand behind and while I was researching all of these different brands within fashion, a lot of them gave back to human trafficking. The more I looked into it, a lot of companies were employing survivors from overseas and third-world countries. Since I wasn’t as familiar with human trafficking I wondered if this happened the United States. I learned that it is very prevalent here, especially in Texas. The Midland-Odessa area is the fourth largest hub of human trafficking so I was like this is something we need to talk about. So I decided to combine my love for fashion and business.” And that’s how her business: unlimited jewelry was born.
Student Spotlight
Soraye Lara
Soray, who has dreams of her own to become an entrepreneur, was one of the first students to take advantage of the opportunities the Launchpad offers and, lucky for her, she already had a business idea in mind.
“I was working at an ethical and sustainable boutique in Midland and I was in charge of finding different brands that we would be proud to stand behind and while I was researching all of these different brands within fashion, a lot of them gave back to human trafficking. The more I looked into it, a lot of companies were employing survivors from overseas and third-world countries. Since I wasn’t as familiar with human trafficking I wondered if this happened the United States. I learned that it is very prevalent here, especially in Texas. The Midland-Odessa area is the fourth largest hub of human trafficking so I was like this is something we need to talk about. So I decided to combine my love for fashion and business.” And that’s how her business: unlimited jewelry was born.
Student Spotlight
Soraye Lara
Soray, who has dreams of her own to become an entrepreneur, was one of the first students to take advantage of the opportunities the Launchpad offers and, lucky for her, she already had a business idea in mind.
“I was working at an ethical and sustainable boutique in Midland and I was in charge of finding different brands that we would be proud to stand behind and while I was researching all of these different brands within fashion, a lot of them gave back to human trafficking. The more I looked into it, a lot of companies were employing survivors from overseas and third-world countries. Since I wasn’t as familiar with human trafficking I wondered if this happened the United States. I learned that it is very prevalent here, especially in Texas. The Midland-Odessa area is the fourth largest hub of human trafficking so I was like this is something we need to talk about. So I decided to combine my love for fashion and business.” And that’s how her business: unlimited jewelry was born.
Student Testimonials
Student Testimonials
"
"Blackstone has given me the confidence to pursue my business venture as it provided me with resources and a network of people that genuinely wanted to help me. I learned how to pitch my business idea and become a businesswoman effectively. I am grateful for the platform and opportunities Blackstone LaunchPad has provided me. "
Soraye Lara
"
"Blackstone has allowed me to create my dream project and encouraged me that it is possible. From their generosity I’ve been able to continue adding onto my idea and expand my networking between other peers. I hope one day my idea is reality and it can benefit many others."
Erica Loustaunau
"
"My goal in life is to find a field I am passionate about and a way to make a successful career out of that passion. In this pursuit, Blackstone LaunchPad has been amazingly supportive. The events they host foster the entrepreneurial spirit, but while encouraging creativity, they don’t forget to provide practical information. From the Entrepreneurial Bootcamp to the WTX Professional Women’s Symposium, every event I’ve attended has filled me with knowledge and excitement for the future. This is irreplaceable to a young woman dreaming of owning her own business someday, so I’m incredibly grateful to Blackstone LaunchPad."
Hadassah Hethcoat
"
"Blackstone has given me the confidence to pursue my business venture as it provided me with resources and a network of people that genuinely wanted to help me. I learned how to pitch my business idea and become a businesswoman effectively. I am grateful for the platform and opportunities Blackstone LaunchPad has provided me. "
Soraye Lara
"
"Blackstone has allowed me to create my dream project and encouraged me that it is possible. From their generosity I’ve been able to continue adding onto my idea and expand my networking between other peers. I hope one day my idea is reality and it can benefit many others."
Erica Loustaunau
"
"My goal in life is to find a field I am passionate about and a way to make a successful career out of that passion. In this pursuit, Blackstone LaunchPad has been amazingly supportive. The events they host foster the entrepreneurial spirit, but while encouraging creativity, they don’t forget to provide practical information. From the Entrepreneurial Bootcamp to the WTX Professional Women’s Symposium, every event I’ve attended has filled me with knowledge and excitement for the future. This is irreplaceable to a young woman dreaming of owning her own business someday, so I’m incredibly grateful to Blackstone LaunchPad."
Hadassah Hethcoat
"
"Blackstone has given me the confidence to pursue my business venture as it provided me with resources and a network of people that genuinely wanted to help me. I learned how to pitch my business idea and become a businesswoman effectively. I am grateful for the platform and opportunities Blackstone LaunchPad has provided me. "
Soraye Lara
"
"Blackstone has allowed me to create my dream project and encouraged me that it is possible. From their generosity I’ve been able to continue adding onto my idea and expand my networking between other peers. I hope one day my idea is reality and it can benefit many others."
Erica Loustaunau
"
Hadassah Hethcoat
"My goal in life is to find a field I am passionate about and a way to make a successful career out of that passion. In this pursuit, Blackstone LaunchPad has been amazingly supportive. The events they host foster the entrepreneurial spirit, but while encouraging creativity, they don’t forget to provide practical information. From the Entrepreneurial Bootcamp to the WTX Professional Women’s Symposium, every event I’ve attended has filled me with knowledge and excitement for the future. This is irreplaceable to a young woman dreaming of owning her own business someday, so I’m incredibly grateful to Blackstone LaunchPad."
© 2023 The Texas LaunchPad Network
© 2023 The Texas LaunchPad Network
© 2023 The Texas LaunchPad Network
© 2023 The Texas LaunchPad Network