Makerspace provides opportunities for students and faculty to interact with digital fabrication and traditional crafting tools for design, creating and prototyping, as well as working with emerging technologies. Priority is given to teaching, course assignments and research activities, while other creative projects are also welcome.
We are located in McGraw-Page Library. Our operations hours are Monday - Friday 10 AM - 5 PM. Walk-ins are welcome!
The Makerspace staff provide training and assistance in the design and use of the following projects and systems:
3D Modeling & Printing
3D Modeling & Printing
- View our 3D workshop slide deck.
- Use Tinkercad to start 3D design (tutorials)
- Use Ultimaker's Cura for preparing models for printing (tutorials).
- Submit the .stl file for printing via our online form.
Read our blog for an overview of 3D modeling and printing.
Poster Printing
Poster Printing
We offer poster printing for R-MC sponsored research projects and academic events. Visit this page for
- Guidelines & File Submission
- Poster design instruction and tips
- Template downloads
Button-maker, Sewing Machine and LEGOs
Sewing Machine and LEGOs
Use the sewing machine and build your LEGO projects during our operation hours. We showcase creative LEGO projects.
Virtual Reality
Virtual Reality
We have two Quest and one VIVE headsets for class and personal use. Our simulations/VR experiences include:
- Virtual Speech (for practice presentations and interviews)
- Traveling while Black
- Beat Saber
- Apollo 11 (Space Walk)
We also teach students to create VR using Unity. Read more...
Audio/Video Recording and Production
Audio/Video Recording and Production
Visit this page for
- Audio Editing & Podcasting
- Video Production & Storytelling
- Recording Screencast and Presentations
Equipment Loan
Laser Cutter
Laser Cutter
- View our workshop slide deck.
- Use Vectr to start vector graphic design (tutorials). Adobe Illustrator is available in the Makerspace.
- Our laser-cutter is a Dremel DigiLab LC40. Prepare graphics for laser cutting using the Dremel's App, accessible in Makerspace.
- Submit the .SVG file at the online form for laser cutting.
Graphic & Website Design
Graphic & Website Design
Visit information on:
- Graphic Design
- Creating Website & ePortfolio
- Web-based Tools for Digital Storytelling
Contact us
Contact us
Brian Faggin Batista, Educational Technology Specialist
Lily Zhang, Head of Instructional Design & Technology
Fabulous Student Assistants:
Carolyn Hill
Luke Fletcher
Danyelle Sandiford