Dr. Hannah Laura Schneider, a dedicated student of the collaborative PhD programme between our institution and Hochschule der Medien Stuttgart (Stuttgart Media University), has been honoured with the prestigious Best Paper award at the 3E conference, the premier European Entrepreneurship Educators conference.
The event, organised by the European Centre for Small Business (ECSB), is renowned for recognising outstanding contributions in entrepreneurship education and research.
Dr. Schneider's paper, titled "Same, same but different: how do entrepreneurship educators integrate design thinking into their classrooms," stood out among the 100+ eligible full research paper entries. Her remarkable achievement has not only brought recognition to herself but also to her supervisors, Louisa Huxtable-Thomas, Paul Jones, and Rob Bowen, who provided guidance and support throughout her research.
The judges were highly impressed by Dr. Schneider's work, appreciating her thought-provoking approach and her ability to raise fundamental questions about the role of educators in the field of entrepreneurship. Her research specifically delved into the integration of design thinking into entrepreneurship classrooms, shedding light on innovative teaching methodologies that can enhance entrepreneurial education.
One of the key reasons Dr. Schneider's paper received such acclaim was her critical analysis of the adoption of heuristics in enterprise education. She skilfully examined the challenges and opportunities faced by entrepreneurship educators when incorporating design thinking principles, offering valuable insights to the academic community.
This achievement has brought great pride to our institution as we celebrate Dr. Schneider's remarkable success. Her dedication, hard work, and intellectual prowess have not only earned her the Best Paper award but also solidified her position as a rising star in the field of entrepreneurship education.
The European Entrepreneurship Educator of the Year award, presented annually at the 3E conference, signifies the importance of Dr. Schneider's achievement. It reflects her commitment to advancing the field and making a positive impact on entrepreneurial education.
As we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Hannah Laura Schneider, we recognise the significance of her accomplishment in shaping the future of entrepreneurship education. Her ground-breaking research will undoubtedly inspire fellow educators and contribute to the ongoing development of innovative teaching practices in this dynamic field.