Spotlight--Becca Husar

Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM Studio by Dr. Kristin Brynteson & Russell Devereaux

Episode notes

For this STEAM Studio Spotlight, discover how an entrepreneurial mindset goes beyond startups with Becca Husar, Associate Director of Innovation at NIU’s College of Business. Becca shares how creativity, empathy, and strategic action drive success—whether launching ventures, shaping curriculum, or empowering artists. Learn why innovation isn’t just for ‘unicorn’ founders and how AI fits into the future of problem-solving. Tune in for insights on building impact through human-centered design.

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