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Morris L. Hayhurst LaunchLab

Pitch Competitions

Each semester the Morris L. Hayhurst LaunchLab hosts multiple competitions with varying topics or industries to provide opportunities for students to earn funding for their idea or product. These competitions provide a frame work for students to build a better understanding of their idea, have access to a community that can help them grow and continue to gain momentum with their business. All competitions will be held virtually with zoom registration links to follow after each application process is finished. These competitions are also open to the public.

If you need help with your idea or application please contact us at Launchlab@mail.wvu.edu or visit the LaunchLab in the Evansdale Crossing Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Fall '24 Competitions

Tough Things First Pitch

Tough Things First Pitch is an opportunity to broadcast your ideas to develop your team and earn a prize reward. Attend the Mini-Meetings every Tuesday night at 6pm to learn more.

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Womens Pitch Competition

October 24

$5,000 in awards!
The Morris L. Hayhurst LaunchLab is hosting the Women's Pitch Competition in collaboration with the Women of WVU Foundation. This competition is for all women with cool ideas, including just th

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Zinnstarter Pitch Competition

November 7

$10,000 in awards!
The Morris L. Hayhurst LaunchLab is hosting its annual ZinnStarter Pitch Competition sponsored by Ray Zinn. This competition is for any West Virginia University student.

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Spring '25 Competitions