About the Center for Social and Technology Entrepreneurship
The Center for Social and Technology Entrepreneurship (C-STE)promotes and fosters entrepreneurship and innovation, with a unique specialization in both technology and social entrepreneurship, within the DNCBE, CSUN, and the greater Los Angeles community by leveraging strengths in networks, research, interdisciplinary initiatives, curricular and co-curricular programming, and community/industry engagement.
Get to Know C-STE
Fostering Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Competitions & Events
Showcase your ideas and compete for prizes! Join a community of innovators, turn your vision into reality, and learn how to get involved today.
Business Development Services
Personalized venture support—advising, mentorship, and funding guidance—to accelerate your startup.
Entrepreneurship & Minor Courses
Explore our wide range of programs designed to spark innovation, develop entrepreneurial skills, and create real-world impact. With nine unique offerings, there’s something for every changemaker.
2025 CSUN Jeff Marine Bull Ring Competition
Shark Tank Meets Matadors!
On Thursday, April 24th, 2025, the 10th Annual Jeff Marine Bull Ring New Venture Competition Final was held at 3:00 p.m. in the USU Grand Salon. Five finalist teams pitched their startup ventures before a live audience and a distinguished panel of four ‘shark’ judges, competing for over $25,000 in cash prizes. The event also featured a keynote speaker and brought together members of the CSUN community and local entrepreneurs to celebrate student innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.
Access Entrepreneurial Tools
Access a wealth of tools and materials designed to support your entrepreneurial journey. From guides and templates to industry insights and expert advice, our resources are here to help you succeed. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, you'll find the knowledge and support you need to grow your venture.
Resources
I always wanted to have my own business, but I enjoy school and the rigor of going to class. It’s nice that I’m able to do both through opportunities like this.
I felt that visceral frustration when I watched demand spike just as solar energy declined in the evening, and it was that disparity that drove me toward pushing for a solution.
Students these days blow my mind, in terms of what they can think of or what they can come up with, what they see [as] gaps in society.
Center for Social & Technology Entrepreneurship Events
More EventsApr 23
CSUN Jeff Marine Bull Ring Competition Finals
May 8
Sunstone CSU Startup Launch
Student Spotlight: Management Senior Builds Career-Ready Skills Through Entrepreneurship and Industry Experience
Nazarian College senior Jatziri Lopez, a management major with a minor in business law, will graduate this se...
Preparing Students for Global Markets: Road Map to Exporting
This April, Nazarian College’s Center for Social and Technology Entrepreneurship will once again host R...
New Insights from Nazarian College Faculty Research
Nazarian College faculty produce research that informs practical business decisions, sheds light on consumer ...
Center for Social & Technology Entrepreneurship
Department
18111 Nordhoff St.
Northridge, CA 91330
Bookstein Hall, David Nazarian College of Business & Economics
Room 4219
- Phone: (818) 677-6400