Grand Valley's chapter of the Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization won a national award for best fundraising project from its parent organization. The winning idea was the creation and sales of Monopoly: Grand Rapids Edition, which hit the store shelves on October 15 and has raised more than $100,000 for a scholarship fund. The award was presented at the National Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization on November 6 in Chicago.
The National Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization consists of over 100 chapters and approximately 1,300 students. Colleges with chapters include New York University, Michigan State University, University of Notre Dame, and many more.
Also recognized at the event were group members Daryn Kuipers and Dan Mulka. Kuipers was nominated for Best Student Leader, finishing in the Top 10 in the category. Mulka was nominated for Best Advisor, also finishing in the Top 10 in that category.
Students currently involved in the project are John Dykhouse, Jeff Webb, Trevor Pawl, Andy Bruischat, Jack Dekker, Tony Frank, and Jesyka Lueck. Monopoly: Grand Rapids Edition is currently available at all Grand Rapids Meijer stores for $29.95.
