At William Paterson University, we are proud to be Pioneers. Bold thinkers. Resilient leaders. Changemakers.

At the Center for Social Responsibility and Entrepreneurship Innovation (CSREI), we take that spirit even further. We are proud to be Entrepioneers.

An Entrepioneer is more than just an entrepreneur. They are visionaries who live the Pioneer ethos. Bold. Gritty. Confident. Persevering. Fun-loving.

They are students, faculty, staff, and alumni. They see opportunities where others see obstacles. They build ventures that matter. Ventures that uplift communities, challenge norms, and create lasting change.

To be an Entrepioneer is to lead with grit and Will Power - the defining trait of Pioneers and every successful entrepreneur.

It means bouncing back from setbacks. Staying true to your values. Daring to dream bigger.

It means pursuing profit aligned with care for people and planet.

It means solving problems that matter, not just those that are easy.

It means building with integrity, and scaling with impact.

It means rising by helping others rise.

At CSREI, we support Entrepioneers through programs that foster innovation, ethical leadership, and inclusive entrepreneurship.

From meetups, speaker series, workshops, hackathons, and showcases, we are building a vibrant ecosystem. A place where innovations flourish and impact grows.

At WP, whether you're launching a startup, designing a social enterprise, or exploring your next big idea, you are part of a community that believes in your potential.

You are an Entrepioneer. You are a Powerhouse.

And the future is yours to shape.