STUDENT-MADE AT SMU
We are a national organization… and we’re hoping to expand to SMU!
Working in partnership with colleges and universities across the country, we support and help promote student-businesses of all kinds. Explore more below, and submit an interest form to join the movement at SMU!
about us
Our mission is to identify, support and promote Student-Creators of ALL kinds! You’ll get tangible support in many areas of your small business.
Each campus branch is run by a team of 6 Student-Managers, working together to operate and grow the program. we are for students, by students.
We are far more than a website for selling your products— we are a supportive community. Your managers and fellow creators are behind you!
BECOME A STUDENT-MADE CREATOR
No matter what type of business, product, or idea you have— we want to work with you!
Being a full-time student and running a business is hard. We know that it can be nearly impossible to manage everything all at once, and we have created this program with that in mind!
SELL ONLINE + IN-PERSON AT POP-UPS
An effectively managed shop experience includes simple systems for product uploading, order processing and shipping.
Student-Made incorporates support systems for everything needed to run a business—
e-commerce website
pop-up events
shipping + taxes
marketing + branding
partnerships + collaborations
content + promotion
Please complete the form below let us know you’re interested, and tell us more about you.
We are in the process of launching a branch of Student-Made at SMU, and are looking for Student-Creators to feature!
RECEIVE ADDITIONAL MARKETING + PROMOTIONS
Each student business is given individualized marketing attention, in sharing the message of their brand and story as a student-creator.
JOIN A NATIONWIDE NETWORK OF CREATORS
A supportive network encourages continuous growth through collaboration and learning from businesses at all stages.
Student creator testimonial
Reese McFarland, Creator at Student-Made Arizona
“Joining Student-Made was a turning point for me. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I quickly realized it was more than just a platform—it was a support system. Not only did I gain knowledge and new customers, but I also found a community of fellow creators and incredibly supportive leads. We bounced ideas off one another, shared constructive feedback, and had countless opportunities to showcase our work across campus. Student-Made didn’t just help my business grow—it gave me the tools, confidence, and connections to take it to the next level.”
BECOME A STUDENT-MADE MANAGER
TANGIBLE EXPERIENCE IN A START-UP ENVIRONMENT
Managers representing all different majors and backgrounds on campus come together to work collaboratively behind one common initiative.
LEARNING THROUGH CROSS-CAMPUS COLLABORATION
All members of the manager team apply their unique skill set in operating Student-Made and making the program a success on campus.
BEING A VALUABLE MEMBER OF A CROSS-DISCIPLINARY TEAM
Students improve their performance by learning best practices alongside the managers of other Student-Made campuses.
Every Student-Made branch is run by a team of 6 Student-Managers—
Campus Manager
Website Manager
Marketing Manager
Events & Partnerships Manager
Finance & Strategy Manager
Community Engagement Manager
We are looking for
students interested in filling manager positions!
Please complete the form below to let us know you’re interested, and tell us more about you. We can’t wait to learn about you!
Together, you’ll be taking the lead in program operation on campus.
This is designed to be an experience where you learn by doing— thinking strategically and working collaboratively in a start-up environment.
Student Manager testimonial
Shreya Gundam, Campus Manager at Student-Made UNC Chapel Hill
“No experience has taught me to communicate and market myself better than Student-Made has. Having the opportunity to speak with businesses and community organizations, setting up markets, and meeting deadlines that affect a group of students, I am gaining skills that are integral to succeed in any line of work. Most importantly, I value that we all need to work together to see the meaningful progress.”
