C3 Innovation Labs’ Purpose Week
Wilfrid Laurier University’s C3 Innovation Labs (C3IL), a hub of socially innovative and community-engaged experiential learning opportunities in the Faculty of Arts, is celebrating four years since the opening of its Purpose Lab. The lab, on the first floor of the Dr. Alvin Woods Building, was transformed from a traditional classroom after students, faculty and staff recognized the need for a collaborative innovation space.
This week, C3IL is celebrating the efforts of its former and current students and its gratitude for its partners, including the Wilfrid Laurier University Alumni Association, the Student Life Levy and the Arts’ Undergraduate Society, through Purpose Week, a series of social innovation-themed events and services.
The Purpose Lab's Anniversary
Monday, Jan. 28 from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Purpose Lab, DAWB 1-101B
In 2015, the first cohort of students in the Social Entrepreneurship Option, in collaboration with faculty and staff, recognized the need for a collaborative space for changemakers. What began as a seemingly implausible idea quickly turned into a reality. Join in to celebrate students' efforts and see them showcase their ventures.
The Good Cup: A Social Venture is Born
Tuesday, Jan. 29 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Concourse
C3IL student and social entrepreneur Jamal Khamis will debut his social venture, the Good Cup. The Good Cup aims to provide eco-friendly solutions to non-recyclable, non-biodegradable single-use cups. Chai tea will be sold in the Good Cup in the Concourse with all revenue going back into the social venture.
Life after Laurier: A Workshop and Panel
Wednesday, Jan. 30 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Purpose Lab, DAWB 1-101B
What comes next? What skills have I developed at Laurier? What makes me a competitive candidate? The Life after Laurier workshop and panel will address these questions and concerns in collaboration with the Career Centre. Career consultant Susie Malcolm will offer advice and insights to students on articulating their experience and seeking employment and/or further education. The workshop will be followed by a panel featuring experts in career consulting and financial literacy, along with recent Laurier graduates.
Social Venture Pitch 101: A Workshop
Thursday, Jan. 31 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in the Purpose Lab, DAWB 1-101B
What sets a winning social venture pitch apart? Volume? Tone? Pace? Props? Discover the answer with Student Social Entrepreneur in Residence, Hillary Scanlon, CEO and founder of her own successful social venture and winner of the annual MEDA International Pitch Competition. Feel free to bring an existing pitch to polish or just an idea to cultivate.