Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship

WATCH THE RECORDING OF THE CEREMONY THAT OCCURRED ON JUNE 15, 2023 AT 1 P.M. ET.

A Message from the Dean

Welcome to the Charles D. Close School graduating Class of 2023. Together, we join you in celebrating this milestone and share in your sense of pride as you join the ranks of our Close School alumni. Graduation is a moment of change, growth, and transition — and we are certain that you will embrace this new step in your life with an entrepreneurial spirit, with resilience, optimism, and the knowledge and skills that you developed during your time here at the Close School. You are entrepreneurs in the true sense of the word, and we couldn’t be more excited to see you start the next phase of your entrepreneurial journey.

With best wishes,

Donna Marie De Carolis, PhD
Founding Dean
Silverman Family Professor of Entrepreneurial Leadership

See What We Have To Offer

Whether you’re looking for funding, a physical space to grow your business, mentoring, or resources to start your first (or next) big thing, The Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship’s groundbreaking curriculum helps turn disruptive ideas into innovative companies. Join entrepreneurial students on campus or entrepreneurship graduates worldwide and take advantage of all our programs and services.

The Baiada Institute for Entrepreneurship

No matter what stage your company is in — whether you have an initial idea or a fully launched organization — let us know what you’re looking for.

Entrepreneurship Alumni Network

Attend events — both in-person and online — and take advantage of alumni perks offered by University departments and our corporate partners.

Don't Miss the University-wide Commencement on June 16!

We hope you'll join us for this special event at Citizens Bank Park on Friday, June 16. We look forward to celebrating our graduates at the University-wide Commencement ceremony, where our newest Forever Dragons will get the chance to participate in a procession around the baseball field and have their degrees conferred by President John Fry before being officially welcomed into the ranks of Drexel alumni.