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Worcester entrepreneurial ecosystem presses on, despite missing 99% of venture capital

Just 1% of venture capital in Massachusetts in the past five years has come to Worcester County. But colleges, incubators and others are working to make up the difference.

Crimmin helping Becker find its niche

Nearing the end of her second year leading Becker College, Nancy Crimmin has helped the school play to its strengths, including a personal touch and renowned esports program.

Becker’s video game design program now 3rd nationally

Becker College's video game design program is now third nationally, up one spot from last year in a ranking by The Princeton Review.

Becker adds varsity esports team

Becker College has formed a varsity team to play Overwatch, an online first-person shooter video game, the latest in its esports varsity program.
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Becker adding animal care dual degree

Starting this fall, students at Becker College in Worcester studying animal care will be able to earn an associate degree in that field and get a bachelor's degree in four years.

Becker is becoming a leader in the $1B esports industry

Next fall, Becker will officially begin its esports management program, which the school says is the first of its kind in the country.

Becker names graduate school dean

Becker College in Worcester has named a former Pennsylvania educator as its dean of the School of Graduate and Professional Studies.

Movers & Shakers

Who's on the move in Central Massachusetts?
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Seven Central Mass. entities receive collaborative workspace funding

Seven entities in Central Massachusetts have received a share of $2.2 million in state grants to help spur entrepreneurship and small businesses.

Fallon executive to chair Becker board

Becker College in Worcester has named a new chair of its board of trustees and brought four new members to the 15-person board.
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