The AAC&U Convergence Program is a uniquely designed professional development program aimed at disrupting damaging patterns of gender exclusion in STEM by supporting and spotlighting the innovations of BIPOC women. Convergence takes a holistic approach to entrepreneurship, prioritizing professional development and centering wellbeing.

Ten Convergence Fellows will be selected to receive:

• $15,000

• Early entrepreneurial education

• Access to mentors

• Connections to an investor network

The yearlong Convergence Program includes regularly-scheduled virtual sessions where Fellows are able to critically explore and engage in didactic learning, hands-on practice, and interactions with experienced incubator developers, other BIPOC women, and noted experts from across the country.

Among the topics covered are: 

• Business Modeling

• Funding Opportunities 

• Leadership

• Marketing and Branding

• Protecting Intellectual Property

• Racism and Sexism in STEM