Since fall 2014, Babson ugrads have had the opportunity to spend a Semester in San Francisco, a city known for its entrepreneurial activity, disruptive technology, and culture of innovation. The SF Bay Area is home to some of the most influential businesses + startups in the world and is the leading center for venture capital investment. Most…
Four weeks ago twenty-two Babson undergrads flew into the San Francisco Airport to begin their “Semester Away” in the City by the Bay. The cohort hails from Hong Kong, Switzerland, Virginia, Indiana, Massachusetts, New York, and many more places. I am lucky enough to count myself among these students and I look forward to sharing…
“Without San Francisco, my startup Olé wouldn’t have been born!” Hugo participated in the Semester in San Francisco program during Spring ’16. >> Why did you decide to study in San Francisco? For three main reasons 1) my startup Olé was at a perfect stage for the SF program, 2) my interest in tech, and…
“Without San Francisco, my startup Olé wouldn’t have been born!” Hugo participated in the Semester in San Francisco program during Spring ’16. >> Why did you decide to study in San Francisco? For three main reasons 1) my startup Olé was at a perfect stage for the SF program, 2) my interest in tech, and…
“I grew up dreaming of working in Silicon Valley. To me, SV is a full of dreams and successes!” Gayoung Park participated in the Semester in San Francisco Ugrad program in Spring ’15. >> Where do you currently work? I work at BLIND as a Product Manager – I lead the localization and development of…
“I LOVE San Francisco, and although I was prepared to move to LA, NYC or Austin for the summer, I wanted to stay in this amazing city surrounded by crazy and interesting people!” Tom James participated in the Semester in San Francisco Ugrad Program during Spring 2016: >> Where did you intern in San Francisco? I’m a…
“It’s an odd thing, but anyone who disappears is said to be seen in San Francisco.” – Oscar Wilde Emily Jones participated in the Semester in San Francisco Ugrad Program during Spring 2016: >> Why did you choose Babson SF? About six months previously, I received a call from a very close friend and he told me…
Now in its eighth year, Summer Venture Program continues to attract Babson’s top entrepreneurs to an intensive and energetic 10 week accelerator. Since 2008, 124 ventures and 176 entrepreneurs have participated in SVP. It is one of the most compelling and competitive programs for startups, demonstrating Babson’s deep commitment to building innovative entrepreneurs through practice and…
Interested in Tech Entrepreneurship and Startups? Immerse yourself in Silicon Valley, visit awesome tech companies, and build your Babson network on both coasts (1000+ alums in the greater San Francisco area) while earning 18 credits! Looking back, since Fall 2014, we’ve had: 76 participants in 4 semesters 9 alumni currently living and working in the San…
