Economics and Finance Program

The MIT Launch X program is an intensive entrepreneurship program for high school students. Participants learn the skills and mindset needed to start a successful startup, including market research, product development, and pitching to investors. The program culminates in a Demo Day where teams present their business ideas to a panel of judges. Student S.*, who is currently studying at John Hopkins University, had the opportunity to attend this entrepreneurship program

The Leadership in the Business World (LBW) program at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School is a summer program designed for high school students interested in business and leadership. The program offers students the opportunity to learn from Wharton faculty and industry leaders, participate in team-building exercises, and work on a business project with their peers. The program aims to provide students with a foundation in business principles, as well as the skills and knowledge needed to become effective leaders. Many Eureka alumni have reported they have had to opportunity to attend this selective program.

Flume’s contribution has been a tremendous help in the fight against hunger, according to Christina Hanson, POTS’ executive director. The group organized and provided face masks and hand sanitizer to low-income families who needed protective equipment. Flume hopes to continue providing for their community in various ways in the future, including virtual concerts and interactive pieces online. Yoon says he was inspired to help others after hearing a pastor say, “It’s your job to help people,” and hopes more people will be motivated to help their communities.

Fifteen-year-old Ryan Wang founded his own non-profit organization called Mezo Inc. which aims to teach economics and finance to middle and high school students. Ryan came up with the idea for Mezo Inc. after placing fifth in the National Economics Challenge and wanted to put his newly acquired knowledge to good use. The organization's goal is to provide a better understanding of economics, finance, and business to help alleviate the decreasing rate of financial literacy in the country and allow for fiscal responsibility for future generations.

Blair Academy student who organized an art auction called "Draw for Peace" to raise money for Ukrainian child refugees. She created a collage called "Hope" with a hand-drawn version of The Knotted Gun sculpture, which sold for $1,500. In total, the auction raised over $14,000 to support the U.S. fund for UNICEF. Christina worked with Blair students, faculty, and professional artists in the United States and China to gather 34 donated pieces for the auction. The auction was a hybrid online and in-person event held in New York City and included artwork in various mediums such as oil painting, calligraphy, and pottery.

A Eureka Alumni participated as a speaker at a TEDx event focusing on invisible influences of culture, politics, body language, neuroscience, and feelings have profound effects on our interactions. A speaker event is seeking individuals pursuing innovation and seeking to make a positive impact on the world, with a focus on balancing scientific thinking with empathy and connection to the global community.