Transition Entrepreneurship and Innovation Academic Program to CBE Management Department

Over the last decade, The Entrepreneurship & Innovation Academic Program (E&I AP) has expanded its reach and offerings, developing an interdisciplinary minor and two certificates that have served students from all colleges at WWU. As the program developed, it became evident that there are substantial opportunities to enhance interdisciplinary impact by expanding curricular, co-curricular, and extracurricular programming. To support this inclusive programmatic and human growth in a sustainable way, the need for a long-term and well-established institutional home became increasingly apparent. Following discussions among university leadership, faculty, and stakeholders, the decision was made to transition the E&I AP to the CBE Management Department. 

Under the detailed proposal memo submitted by Dr. Arthur Sherwood, Founding Director of the E&I AP, the transition will become effective Fall 2025.

On February 4, 2025, a motion to approve the proposal by Moose Abou-Harb, and seconded, passed unanimously.