Innovation Spaces

Looking for a space to innovate, collaborate, and bring your ideas to life? The Holmes Center for Entrepreneurship and its partners offer free, dynamic spaces designed to help you connect with fellow students, faculty, and mentors. Whether you're brainstorming a new venture, building a prototype, or seeking inspiration from industry experts, our spaces are equipped to support your journey. Reserve a room for meetings, workshops, and events, or simply drop in and get started!

The Toaster Innovation Hub is a place where ideas are generated, connections are made, and entrepreneurial spirits are ignited. Located in the lower level of Walter Library on East Bank, the Toaster is an ideal place to...

• Connect and collaborate with fellow students, faculty, and mentors
• Find the resources you need to launch a new product, service or vision
• Reserve space for group meetings, workshops, or events
• Boost your creativity or build your next prototype in our maker space
• Access media production equipment and software
• Learn from community and industry experts

The Holmes Center serves as the dynamic hub of entrepreneurship and innovation at the University of Minnesota, playing a vital role in inspiring, educating, and connecting the next generation of Minnesota’s entrepreneurs. By fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration, the center provides students, faculty, and aspiring business leaders with invaluable resources such as:

• Mentorship and expert guidance
• Networking opportunities
• Hands-on learning experiences
• Access to a supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem
• Exposure to skills for launching and scaling your business

Find us on the 2nd floor of the Carlson School of Management on West Bank!