by Kenneth Poole | Mar 31, 2026 | Blog, Member News, News, UEDA News
After a five-month lapse that left billions in federal innovation funding idle, Congress reauthorized SBIR and STTR through 2031. The programs are restarting and universities need to be ready. Why This Matters Now This is not a routine reauthorization. It comes at a...
by Allison Ulaky | Mar 13, 2026 | Member News, News
The University Economic Development Association (UEDA) has developed a draft framework that proposes a modernized “University Economic Competitiveness Partnership” to replace the now de-funded University Center program. Built around a newly proposed Institutional...
by Cameron Njomo | Feb 4, 2025 | Administration, Member News, News, UEDA News, Uncategorized
Dr. Teresa Merriweather Orok Elected University Economic Development Association Board Chair Dr. Teresa Merriweather Orok, PhD, was elected chair of the University Economic Development Association (UEDA) for a term beginning January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025....
by Jennie Allison | Jan 4, 2024 | Annual Summit, Blog, Member News, Networks, News, UEDA News
Thank you to all the University Economic Development Association members! Your membership makes a real difference in promoting inclusive economic ecosystems fueled by universities, community colleges, and other practitioners. This is a critical time for our...
by Cameron Njomo | Dec 7, 2023 | Blog, Economic Development, Ecosystem Building, Engaged University, Innovation, Member News, Talent
University Centers collaborate with other EDA partners, such as Economic Development Districts (EDDs), by providing expertise, applied research, and technical assistance to support regional economic growth. Virginia Tech’s Center for Economic and...
by Jared Roberts | Aug 1, 2022 | Blog, Economic Development News, Member News, News, UEDA News
Finalists Representing Leading Economic Development Initiatives Across North America, to Present at the UEDA Summit The 2022 UEDA Awards of Excellence finalists have been chosen from a group of highly impactful and creative programs and initiatives. Higher education...