A year-end highlights report for the University of Portland E-Scholars program (2024–2025), led by Jon Down (Director, Franz Center of Entrepreneurship and E-Scholars Program) with co-teaching by Lisa Reed. The report summarizes experiential activities (Fall NYC trip, OEN Awards in November 2024, Denver pitch weekend, and an international immersion to Santiago and Valparaiso, Chile), student venture spotlights, and the Pilot Venture Challenge results for 2025. It notes alumni and donor support, names several student ventures and founders, and invites feedback to Jon Down (down@up.edu).

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November 2024.

Santiago and Valparaiso, Chile.

14 new E-Scholars.

Jon Down (Director, Franz Center of Entrepreneurship and the E-Scholars Program).

Lisa Reed.

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