Sarah Ramsey Fellows
Sarah Ramsey Fellows are student leaders from the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship. In addition to being friendly and approachable, these students embody an entrepreneurial mindset and exhibit a genuine passion for entrepreneurism and new venture creation. Each are also familiar with Value Proposition Design and Business Model Canvas.
Sarah Ramsey Fellows Role
The role of a Sarah Ramsey Fellows in the CIE is to encourage students with business ideas to participate in activities, including:
- LaunchVT Champlain and Elevator Pitch
- Entrepreneurship Courses
- Student Meet-Ups
- Proposals for the Innovation Fund
In addition, Sarah Ramsey Fellows promote entrepreneurism and the entrepreneurial mindset at Champlain, and in the greater Burlington area, through:
- Class visits to discuss Center work
- Presentations at Champlain events (including the annual “Let Us Teach” celebration)
- Attendance at Burlington-area entrepreneurship events (e.g. UVM Entrepreneurs Forum, VT Investor Summit)
- Promoting the CIE at Admitted Student Days and other Champlain events
- Holding monthly student meet-ups and weekly office hours in the CIE in order to help students with existing businesses or business ideas
- Helping plan and manage the LaunchVT Champlain pitch competition
- Assisting with CIE website management and social media accounts
- Creating and distributes a bi-monthly e-newsletter
- Assisting with compiling the Center’s annual report
Join The Team!
In recognition of their hard work, Sarah Ramsey Fellows receive a stipend of $500 for each semester of service, and they can participate in the Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization, with annual conference registration and travel expenses paid.
Apply to Become a Sarah Ramsey Fellow
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“I am from Scotland and have a passion for entrepreneurship. My hobbies are K-pop dance and watching Anime. I understand the steps to start a business and would love to help or discuss these topics with other students.”
Jenny Caplan, ’22 // Game Art // Scotland -
“I aspire to be a financial advisor in the future. I’m a friendly person who loves to help people move forward with their ideas.”
Sebastian Govoni, ’23 // Finance // Sandwich, MA -
“In my free time, I play guitar and take nature photography. I grew up with entrepreneurial parents.”
Sarah Lancaster, ’22 // Management & Innovation // Williston, Vermont
CIE Remote Office Hours
Meet remotely with a CIE student fellow
Get advice on your business idea or business model. Please contact the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship to coordinate a date and time.