Zoheb Rakhangi, a WHS graduate who is studying Information Technology at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, has been named a Launch Pad Scholar for the fall 2024 semester.

The UW-Whitewater Launch Pad program is a startup accelerator focused on helping students launch new companies and nonprofits.

The program consists of weekly student meetings, 1-on-1 coaching, office space at the Whitewater Innovation Center, preparation for pitch competitions and more. Launch Pad is open to all UW-Whitewater undergraduate and graduate students regardless of major. Students have the option to earn up to three elective College of Business and Economics credits.

The program directors are Dave Gee, a lecturer and UW-Whitewater graduate, and William Dougan, a professor. Both are faculty members in the College of Business and Economics’ Department of Management.

Visit uwwlaunchpad.org to learn more.