At Howard University’s School of Business, entrepreneurship has become a defining part of the curriculum — one that blends classroom learning with real-world experience and community engagement.

The university’s efforts are anchored by its partnership with PNC Bank and the creation of the PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship, based at Howard. The center offers hands-on programming, mentorship and technical training not only for students but also for residents and local business owners.

“We provide programming for our students, mentoring around their entrepreneurial endeavors and technical skills,” said Vaneesha Dutra, an associate professor of finance at Howard’s School of Business. “We’re proud of the unique support systems in place that help students translate what they learn in th

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