November 2018

Hello everyone,   The end of semester is almost upon us.  Engineering students are building battle robots, stair climbing robots, math students are 3D printing rocket models for simulations, a plethora of students building all sorts of personal items, and there is a daily stream of community members and families visiting the lab for tours and creative projects.  What a busy semester it has been!  The 3D Lab has been a great place for students and community members to hang-out.  Even though the semester ends in two weeks, the lab will continue to be a busy place well into the Christmas season. If you wantRead More →

Hello everyone, The Wayne County Mini Maker Faire is a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity and resourcefulness, and a celebration of the Maker Movement.  It’s a place where people show what they are making, and share what they are learning.  Makers range from tech enthusiasts to crafters to homesteaders to scientists to garage tinkerers. They are of all ages and backgrounds. The aim of Maker Faire is to entertain, inform, connect and grow this community. The Daily Record said it best: “Dubbed the ‘Greatest Show and Tell on Earth’; over 1,300 people flocked to the second annual faire at the University of Akron Wayne CollegeRead More →

Hello everyone, Today was first morning of snow this year, a reminder that the holidays are soon approaching.  The 3D Lab is the perfect place to make personalized, one-of-a-kind gifts for your loved ones!  Check-out these project ideas that are made with the laser engraver and 3D printed holiday decorations here. The 3D Lab is also a popular place for students and community members alike.  Yesterday, we hosted a number of young adults from the CommQuest in Canton, making items on the various machines (the laser engraver was a huge hit!).  Students are busy with personal and class projects, staff members make gifts for friendsRead More →

Hello everyone, The Wayne County Mini Maker Faire is a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity and resourcefulness, and a celebration of the Maker Movement.  It’s a place where people show what they are making, and share what they are learning.  Makers range from tech enthusiasts to crafters to homesteaders to scientists to garage tinkerers. They are of all ages and backgrounds. The aim of Maker Faire is to entertain, inform, connect and grow this community. The Daily Record said it best: “Dubbed the ‘Greatest Show and Tell on Earth’; over 1,300 people flocked to the second annual faire at the University of Akron Wayne CollegeRead More →