Weekly Events

Every week at Bainer Hall 1503 — free and open to all UC Davis students

Startup School flyer
Startup School
Monday
Startup School
4:10 – 5:00 PM · Bainer Hall 1503

A weekly workshop series tackling the real challenges founders face — from idea validation and customer discovery to pitching and growth strategy. No experience required.

Pitches and Popcorn flyer
Pitches & Popcorn
Monday
Pitches & Popcorn
5:10 – 6:00 PM · Bainer Hall 1503

Two real startups go head to head. Watch their pitches, debate strengths and weaknesses with the group, and decide who deserves the investor dollars. Free popcorn included.

Unscripted flyer
Unscripted
Tuesday
Unscripted
4:10 – 5:00 PM · Bainer Hall 1503

The low-pressure networking event you'll actually enjoy. Each week features a different activity designed to help you get comfortable with the startup community.

Skillbuilder flyer
Skillbuilder
Wednesday
Skillbuilder
4:10 – 5:00 PM · Bainer Hall 1503

Researchers, scientists, and domain experts from across UC Davis share how their work intersects with entrepreneurship. Expect to leave with a perspective you didn't have before.

Hack Nights flyer
Hack Nights
Thursday
Hack Nights
5:00 – 7:00 PM · Bainer Hall 1503

Build applications you've been thinking about, craft a personal website, or tinker with new hardware. No homework allowed — just bring an idea and build something cool.

Speaker Series flyer
Speaker Series
Friday
Speaker Series
1:10 – 2:00 PM · Bainer Hall 1503

Founders, executives, and operators who've been in the trenches. Each Friday a different guest shares their story — what they built, what broke, and what they'd do differently.