Combining Innovation, Design, Entrepreneurship and Art

IDEA Commons is Missouri State's vision and commitment to create a new type of urban research park that is blended with residential, retail and entertainment facilities, and supported by various university programs. This unique project will bring together Innovation, Design, Entrepreneurship and Arts (IDEA) and is an example of how the university continues to be engaged in promoting the community's livability and economic success.

Goals

• Expand opportunities for business development and commercializing research
• Develop capacity for University partnerships with innovation entrepreneurs
• Focus on domains where expertise exists and synergy can be exploited: innovation, design, entrepreneurship and art

University Facilities in IDEA Commons

IDEA Commons is a geographic area in downtown Springfield that will include locations for spin-off commercialization of technologies and university programs that will create an environment to generate creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship for the benefit of the Springfield region.