For engineers to succeed in a world in which data is exponentially increasing, they will need to broaden their thinking to see multiple viewpoints and solutions. Faculty can help students build a mindset that connects multiple spheres of context, systems, data, and even experiences. Making connections between disparate sources to gain insight is a key component of the entrepreneurial mindset. This is the second of what we call the 3C’s (Curiosity, Connections, Creating Value) and the theme of this year’s conference.