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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.
COMMUNITY STORIES: LANDON LUCERO
The biggest highlight of my business was provided by Student-Made which was the Hickory Post pop-up. It was the first time I have been able to be a vendor downtown and I got to meet so many great people which I still have connections with.
4 WAYS TO STAND OUT DURING THE HOLIDAYS
Today, I’m going to highlight four ways to ensure you are making the most of the holiday season!
OUR OCTOBER 2025 TOP BRANDS
Meet the creative student-founders behind Little Artsy Aloe, Cardua Atelier, and Creations by LK.
COMMUNITY STORIES: KATELYN BUSH
I decided to join Student-Made because I decided to start my small business and the program gave me a platform to sell my products and a supportive community.
COMMUNITY STORIES: JAMARION WILLIE
Being a part of Student-Made has changed my college experience. It has given me the opportunity to make an impact, connect with other driven students, and learn how powerful it is when a community comes together to support each other’s dreams.
4 STANDOUT EXPERIENCES OF SHOPPING SMALL
Remember the power your purchases carry. That favorite restaurant, salon, or little shop down the street? Those places exist because people like you choose them.