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Understanding the inspiration for social entrepreneurship

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The article discusses new research suggesting universities should play a larger role in guiding students toward social entrepreneurship. The study, which analyzed 36 student entrepreneurs, found that international study experiences often act as a catalyst for students to develop a sense of social purpose and initiate change, rather than being a direct cause.

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“New research published in the International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Small Business suggests that universities have a bigger role to play in shaping what students go on to do after graduation, particularly in the growing field of social entrepreneurship.”
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The evidence provided only contains general articles about the importance of universities in entrepreneurship and general advice on curriculum, but does not corroborate the specific claim that 'New research published in the International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Small Business' suggests universities have a bigger role in shaping post-graduation paths, especially in social entrepreneurship. The claim is highly specific to a single, unverified source.
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web search NEUTRAL — Universities play a crucial role in underpinning innovation and entrepreneurial activities. They provide the conditions, facilities and talent that foster the emergence of breakthrough ideas. Many hav…
https://www.weforum.org/stories/2020/10/universities-should-…
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web search NEUTRAL — This would drive students to surpass their limits. Throughout the competition, there would be speakers, hackathons and hands-on mentorships that would provide students with the skills they need to sol…
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/student/advice/student-…
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web search NEUTRAL — The courses within the entrepreneurship curriculum should be taught by practitioners. Students should also have opportunities to gain field experience through research, prototyping, and testing.
https://www.startupcommons.org/blog/town-gown-relations-what…
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“Social entrepreneurship refers to commercial ventures that seek both financial sustainability and social or environmental impact.”
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The evidence provided for this claim consists of general web search results about Social Security (SSA), which are completely irrelevant to the definition of social entrepreneurship. No evidence was found to support the definition that 'Social entrepreneurship refers to commercial ventures that seek both financial sustainability and social or environmental impact.'
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web search NEUTRAL — An online my Social Security account provides you with personalized tools, whether you receive benefits or not. With this free and secure account, you can request a replacement Social Security card, c…
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web search NEUTRAL — Your most-needed services, online With a secure my Social Security account, you can get services and manage your benefits—anywhere, anytime.
https://www.ssa.gov/
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web search NEUTRAL — Sign In or Create an Account By signing in or creating an account, you agree to the Privacy Act Statement and Terms of Service. If you already have a Login.gov or ID.me account, do not create a new on…
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“The study looked at 36 student entrepreneurs who launched socially oriented initiatives after periods of study abroad.”
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The web search results and Wikipedia entries for this claim are generic and do not mention a study analyzing '36 student entrepreneurs who launched socially oriented initiatives after periods of study abroad.' The evidence is insufficient to verify the specific details of the study (36 students, social initiatives, study abroad).
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — 36 may refer to: 36 (number), the natural number following 35 and preceding 37 36 BC AD 36 1936 2036 Hungary's international calling code
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/36
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Palestine 36 (Arabic: فلسطين ٣٦) is a 2025 historical drama written and directed by Annemarie Jacir. The film recounts the 1936–1939 Arab revolt against British colonial rule in Palestine during the M…
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“The study found that students consistently described their time abroad as a catalyst, though not a direct cause, of entrepreneurial action.”
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The evidence provided for this claim consists of general articles about studying abroad and student reflections, but does not contain the specific finding that 'Students consistently viewed time abroad as a catalyst, but not the direct cause, of their entrepreneurial action.' This specific conclusion is not supported by the provided evidence.
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web search NEUTRAL — Study Abroad News: The phenomenon of Indian students pursuing higher education abroad has reached alarming levels, with over 1.3 million currently enrolled in foreign in.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/education/study-abroad/s…
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web search NEUTRAL — Their reflections, summarized below, are consistent with our SPACE framework and with the student-centered approaches and practices that research shows most effectively support student well-being and …
https://www.challengesuccess.org/create-a-new-normal/
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“Many explained how exposure to unfamiliar social and environmental challenges, from obvious inequality to sustainability issues, prompted the students to think about their personal values and priorities.”
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The web search results contain general academic discussions about the effects of social and environmental factors on student perceptions, which aligns generally with the claim. However, there is no direct evidence or corroborating sources to confirm that 'Exposure to unfamiliar social and environmental challenges... prompted the students to think about their personal values and priorities' in the specific context described.
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web search NEUTRAL — Individual-level perceptions of reciprocity and social trust were associated with students' perceptions of all social environmental factors at the micro- and meso-level. These findings underscore the …
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S266655812…
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web search NEUTRAL — The interview questions encompassed a comprehensive spectrum of nursing students' encounters with challenges and support that influenced their resilience during clinical practice. The credibility and …
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11270303/
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web search NEUTRAL — The study explored the challenges students face when adjusting to university life at a public university in Zambia, based on their lived experiences. The transition to university presents numerous ...
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/385662461_Students'…
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“In many cases, this led to what the researchers describe as an entrepreneurial identity.”
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The web search results provide general definitions of 'exposure' but do not contain the specific finding that 'Exposure to challenges can lead to what researchers call an 'entrepreneurial identity'' in the context of the study.
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web search NEUTRAL — The meaning of EXPOSURE is the fact or condition of being exposed. How to use exposure in a sentence.
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exposure
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web search NEUTRAL — EXPOSURE definition: 1. the fact of experiencing something or being affected by it because of being in a particular…. Learn more.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/exposure
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web search NEUTRAL — In photography, the exposure is the amount of light that is allowed to enter a camera when taking a photograph.
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“Jessica Lichy, Understanding inspiration for social entrepreneurship - putting the social back in society, International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Small Business (2026). DOI: 10.1504/ijesb.2026.153135”
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Multiple web search results confirm the existence and details of the article: 'Understanding inspiration for social entrepreneurship - putting the social back in society' by Jessica Lichy, published in the International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Small Business, with the specified year and DOI structure.
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web search NEUTRAL — Jessica Lichy, Understanding inspiration for social entrepreneurship - putting the social back in society, International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Small Business (2026).
https://phys.org/news/2026-05-social-entrepreneurship.html
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web search NEUTRAL — Understanding inspiration for social entrepreneurship - putting the social back in society by Jessica Lichy Abstract: Despite existing research on social entrepreneurship, there is a gap in understand…
https://www.inderscience.com/info/ingeneral/forthcoming.php?…
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