Emerging Programs

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Let’s hear more from Evan, an entrepreneurship major who has already launched two successful businesses as an undergrad. Evan, take it away.

– Thanks, Alex, what’s up, everyone? Ever since high school, I knew I wanted to be an entrepreneur. I started reselling sneakers as a hobby, and once I graduated and came to Cal State San Bernardino, I turned my hobby into a full-blown business. I went from reselling sneakers from my local outlet stores to bringing in over a half a million dollars in revenue in a single year. The School of Entrepreneurship here, which is the first of its kind in California and one of fewer than 15 in the nation, has surrounded me with like-minded students and amazing professors and faculty who are always ready to hope. Now with my dedication to be an entrepreneur, I currently own two businesses. Ice Cold Sneakers, LLC and Rampage USA, LLC. Just this year, a business offered me equity in their company. And when I received this offer, the first person I turned to was Professor Abbott. We sat down, discussed the deal, and even offered to come with me to meet with the business so I could make the deal. Now, although I have a passion for entrepreneurship, there are other amazing programs, like Cybersecurity and the Hospitality Management Program. Both of these programs have professors that will guide you, like my professors had guided me. The resources and tools at my disposal have been incredible and have played a huge role in the growth and success of my businesses. Together, CSUSB works to prepare the leaders of the next generation and develop the graduates who are successful in their fields. For me, they did more than just show me how to start a business, so I know they will provide you with the skills, knowledge, connections, resources, and a deeper understanding of who you are as an entrepreneur.

– Evan, thank you for sharing your amazing story and congratulations on your success. Your experience illustrates how CSUSB provides students with excellent academic programs, coupled with unique experiential learning opportunities, bolstered by supportive faculty and mentorship. That was awesome, take care.