Alumni at the Hurt Hub
Stay connected. Keep learning. Help shape the next generation.
While the Hurt Hub may not have existed during your time as a student, its doors are open to you today. Explore student ventures, reconnect with fellow Wildcats, and discover new ways to learn, contribute, and grow.
Your place to keep learning, building, and giving back.
For Davidson alumni who want to be connected, or get connected, share what they know, and keep building alongside a community of innovators, the Hurt Hub is where bold ideas and lifelong learning continue.
Whether you have been part of the Hurt Hub since we opened our doors in 2018 or are just getting to know us now, there are many ways to plug in based on your interests, experience, and schedule. Alumni help students explore ideas, test solutions, build confidence, and connect what they are learning in the classroom to real-world opportunities.
Continue learning
Your Davidson education did not end at graduation.
From developing new skills to more deeply engaging with a topic, the Hurt Hub offers opportunities for lifelong learning. Continue challenging yourself, expanding your knowledge, and exploring new possibilities alongside a community of curious thinkers and builders.
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Online courses through DavidsonX
Learn on your schedule from anywhere in the world.
Explore DavidsonX CoursesDavidsonX offers self-paced, professional-quality courses designed for lifelong learners. Through programs such as Building AI Agents for Beginners to Applied Storytelling, alumni can learn directly from Davidson faculty and Hurt Hub practitioners while developing practical skills relevant to today’s rapidly changing world.
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Workshops at the Hurt Hub
If you are visiting Davidson or live nearby, join us for in-person learning experiences throughout the year.
Explore More Upcoming EventsAttend a lunch workshop, participate in an evening class, enroll in our multi-week Building a Lean Startup cohort, or connect with fellow innovators at community events.
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Wed 23 Sep 2026
Building a Lean Startup –...
The Hurt Hub@Davidson
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Thu 24 Sep 2026
Solopreneur Circle
The Hurt Hub@Davidson
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Signature events you don’t want to miss
Throughout the year, alumni are invited to join signature events at the Hurt Hub. These moments bring students, alumni, entrepreneurs, faculty, and community members together to exchange ideas, celebrate innovation, and strengthen the Davidson network.
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Wed 18 Nov 2026
Davidson Entrepreneurs Network Innovation Showcase
The Davidson Entrepreneurship Network (DEN)...
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Tue 20 Apr 2027
Nisbet Venture Fund Pitch Competition
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Build and grow your business
Access talent, expertise, and community
If you are launching a venture, growing a business, or exploring a new direction in your career, the Hurt Hub can help you move forward.
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Hire a student consultant
Start a Project With DCCGThrough the Davidson College Consulting Group (DCCG), alumni can hire talented student teams that support in areas such as market research, customer discovery, go-to-market strategy, branding, and project-based consulting. Students gain valuable experience while helping organizations solve real challenges and pursue new opportunities.
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Find a coworking space
Check Out Our Coworking SpaceThe Hurt Hub offers coworking opportunities for alumni and local professionals seeking a productive workspace and a supportive community. Coworking at the Hurt Hub provides opportunities to connect with fellow founders, freelancers, innovators, and business leaders who are committed to learning and growing together. If you are in town visiting consider working at the Hurt Hub.
Give back
The Hurt Hub exists because alumni continue to invest in the next generation of Wildcats.
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Mentoring & Volunteering
Become a Mentor or VolunteerEvery mentor conversation, guest lecture, competition judge, and philanthropic gift helps create transformative experiences for Davidson students. Alumni bring real-world perspective, encouragement, and expertise that students cannot learn from coursework alone.
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Give a gift
Give a GiftWhether you have an hour to mentor, an evening to judge a pitch competition, or the ability to make a financial contribution, there is a meaningful way to get involved.
Your support directly fuels student programming, venture funding, mentorship opportunities, and experiential learning experiences that allow students to go from idea to real-world impact.
Alumni stories
Discover how fellow Wildcats are building businesses, driving innovation, supporting students, and staying connected through the Hurt Hub community.
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“As a Davidson alumnus with experience in Silicon Valley as an entrepreneur. I believe the Hurt Hub is an outstanding step forward for the College. If Davidson is to live up to its mission to prepare students for "lives of leadership and service" in areas such as entrepreneurship, the Hurt Hub is the most effective way to do this. All of the programs offered by the Hurt Hub give students a much better chance to be successful as entrepreneurs. I firmly believe that increasing the number of very successful entrepreneurs from Davidson will make the College a different experience.”
Ed Van Deman ’69 CEO and Co-founder at Forest Systems 
Share what you know
You do not need to be an entrepreneur to make an impact at the Hurt Hub. Whether you offer career advice, industry insight, project feedback, mentorship, or support at an event, your experience can help students connect what they’re learning to what comes next.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. If you’re visiting Davidson from out of town, your first day at the Hurt Hub is on us, and we love seeing familiar faces during Reunion, Wildcat Weekend, and other alumni gatherings throughout the year. Charlotte-based alumni get a free day pass too, so you can experience the space firsthand. After that, a coworking membership or day pass keeps you connected to the Hurt Hub on an ongoing basis. Click here to reserve your seat.
Not at all. If you are interested in mentoring, students benefit from a wide range of perspectives and experiences. Alumni from every profession and industry have valuable insights to share. If you are interested in ongoing learning opportunities, we welcome everyone, regardless of industry or experience.
Mentoring opportunities range from one-time conversations and panel discussions to project advising and ongoing engagement. We will help match your interests, expertise, and availability with student needs. To get started, please fill out a volunteer profile.
Alumni are welcome at all Hurt Hub programs, workshops, community events, competitions, and networking opportunities throughout the year.