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News & Events
The Batten Institute offers programs year-round in the areas of entrepreneurship, innovation and technology.
Featured Events
Upcoming signature events, hosted or co-sponsored by UVA Darden and the Batten Institute.
Innovate@Darden
23 October 2026 | UVA Darden School of Business, Charlottesville
This new event led by the Batten Institute, the LaCross AI Institute, and the Darden Career Center will bring together students and cross-sector practitioners for a day of connection, conversation and exploration around tech and AI.
Reimagining Entrepreneurship Education
30 October 2026 | UVA Darden School of Business, Charlottesville
The Batten Institute for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology is hosting an exclusive gathering for entrepreneurship educators at the UVA Darden School of Business. Join us for a unique opportunity to explore innovative approaches to teaching entrepreneurship with Professor Saras Sarasvathy, an expert on the cognitive basis for high-performance entrepreneurship and the creator of effectuation.
Darden DC Tech Connect
13 November 2026 | UVA Darden School of Business, Sands Family Grounds, Rosslyn, VA
Our annual flagship tech event bringing a confluence of Darden students, alumni, and industry leaders together for a day of networking and immersion in the latest in tech in DC and beyond.
Latest News in Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology
Read the latest news from and about the Darden School. Visit Darden Ideas to Action to view thought leadership insights, research and commentary from Darden School experts.
Latest News: Entrepreneurship & Innovation
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