Northwestern University has launched a new incubator aimed at its students across all disciplines.
The Garage, a 24 hour, 11,000 square foot space aims to be both an area to generate entrepreneurial ideas as well as providing space to startups emanating from the university.
It is working in conjunction with Chicago-based incubator 1871, which will provide internships to students as well as providing a location for Garage’s startups to relocate to.
Eric Brownrout, a Northwestern senior and entrepreneur, said: “We’re seeing a rise in the number of these spaces for students at all schools, not just at schools that are notorious for design or engineering. It’s a great thing and a great trend. The fact is that these days there’s a lower barrier to entry than ever to go out and build something.”
