Entrepreneur Lab Highlight: Daniella Jenson

Published: August 29, 2025

College of Western Idaho’s (CWI) Entrepreneur Lab is proud to shine a spotlight on one of their enthusiastic entrepreneurs. Daniella Jenson, a current student at CWI studying Business with a minor in Psychology, is passionate about helping fellow students see the world from new perspectives through travel, personal growth, volunteering, and the transformative power of a gap year. Jenson’s vision is deeply influenced by her personal overseas travel experiences, including recent trips through Indonesia and Vietnam.  

Last year, Jenson pitched her venture idea, Solosowonderer at the Entrepreneur Lab’s Fall 2024 Showcase & Completion, and secured funding to support her mission of introducing students to gap year opportunities.  

Through her work with the Entrepreneur Lab, Jenson has focused on asking the right questions, building strategic partnerships, and envisioning a future where schools recognize how gap years can enhance both student success and retention. By sharing her story and visuals on platforms like Instagram, Jenson aims to bring the gap year experience to life for a wider audience.  

Jenson’s next step is to create a comprehensive guide and photography resource hub to help more students and families explore the world, discover themselves, and take the leap into a life-changing gap year. The Entrepreneur Lab is excited to continue to support Jenson and other students like her as they experiment with entrepreneurship.   

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