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COMMUNITY STORIES: ARIANNA GUZMAN
I was drawn to the Student-Made community because it brings together a group of creatives and entrepreneurs who are all building something meaningful. Being in an environment where innovation, creativity, and business come together aligns perfectly with my goals and mindset.
COMMUNITY STORIES: YIGE QIN
Working as a Student-Made manager has allowed me to become connected to a community of fellow creatives and small business owners who are passionate about entrepreneurship.
OUR APRIL 2026 TOP BRANDS
Meet the creative student-founders behind Kindly, Kora, BC Cosmetics!, and Caitlyn Creates
4 WAYS TO MAKE THE MOST OF LIMITED TIME
There’s a specific kind of pressure that hits when the school year's end is closing in. What often happens when pressure builds is that we feel an urge to make the most of the time that’s left.
OUR STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH DALE CARNEGIE TRAINING
Student-Made Store is strategically partnering with other reputable programs to give our campuses even greater impact when they launch a Student-Made branch. Read about our first partner to join us!
COMMUNITY STORIES: JULIA KELLY
Student Made has shown me that running a business while being a full-time college student is truly possible. The program has exposed me to the creativity and innovation of other student entrepreneurs who are building products and ideas I didn’t even realize were possible.
OUR MARCH 2026 TOP BRANDS
Meet the creative student-founders behind Ambitica Bloom, Nails by Naova, and Shells by Bryann
5 WAYS TO RESET YOUR BUSINESS FOR SPRING
As a business owner, when things feel heavy or you’re feeling unmotivated, the answer isn’t usually doing more. It’s creating space. And often, the easiest place to begin is the space where you work every day.
COMMUNITY STORIES: KAYDEN AUSTIN
To me, Student-Made has meant personal and professional growth. I have been challenged to achieve and given all the resources to succeed. Because of Student-Made, I feel more ready to pursue a career in the workforce and to continue running my own business.
COMMUNITY STORIES: TREY O’TOOLE
Student-Made gave me so many opportunities to sell closer to my peers and my community. Meeting all of the other entrepreneurs part of Student-Made here at OSU has been beneficial in hearing their feedback and learning about their different ventures.
OUR FEBRUARY 2026 TOP BRANDS
Meet the creative student-founders behind Floret LLC, Yoohoo It’s Isabel, and Haley.Ayana.Art
DISCOVER WHAT ENTREPRENEURS NEED ON YOUR CAMPUS
Our Feasibility Study allows you to gauge the entrepreneurial ecosystem of your student body and assess the value your students find in this kind of resource.
4 REASONS TO LOVE BEING AN ENTREPRENEUR
Here’s why falling in love with your business is something to celebrate, and some insights on what it will teach you along the way.
OUR JANUARY 2026 TOP BRANDS
Meet the creative student-founders behind Baking by Jade, Cardinal and Co., and Just Laina Jane
COMMUNITY STORIES: ADDI VILLEGAS
This role has allowed me to get out of my comfort zone and find my love for entrepreneurship. I am super grateful for all the opportunities Student-Made has provided for me, and I look forward to continuing to discover what all this organization has to offer.
COMMUNITY STORIES: KENISHA NANDA
Student-Made has provided me with a fantastic platform to attend pop-up shops and publish my jewelry on a website for the first time. I was drawn to join Student-Made because I wanted KN Designs to reach a wider audience.
3 WAYS TO AVOID NEW YEAR BURNOUT
If New Year’s resolutions have ever left you feeling overwhelmed, intimidated, or burnt out… you’re not alone. Here are three of my strategies to help avoid burnout and build habits that can last way beyond January.
A SEMESTER OF STANDOUT MOMENTS
Another semester of Student-Made is in the books, and what a fall it has been! Check out our semester full of milestones.
OUR NOVEMBER 2025 TOP BRANDS
Meet the creative student-founders behind Peyton Does Stuff, Local Bum, and Florify Made.
COMMUNITY STORIES: MADISON BANE
Being a part of Student-Made has made me more confident as an aspiring businesswoman and as a young adult. I have learned how to trust myself and my judgment to spearhead business decisions.