After a five-year hiatus, Oakland University’s makerspace has reopened its doors. Located on the main floor of Kresge Library, the space offers a variety of tools and technologies, including 3D modeling and printing, sewing, embroidery, patch making, sticker making, button making, vinyl cutting and more.
“We’re really excited to be back,” said Drew Ulmer, makerspace coordinator. “We want people to know that we are here in the library, we are open, and most importantly, we are free.”
OU’s makerspace originally opened in 2017, but was forced to close due to the coronavirus pandemic. Ulmer said the makerspace used to charge for materials, but is now completely free for students, faculty and staff thanks to generous donations from alumni and the university’s Women and Philanthropy collaborative.
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Noah Campbell is an Adjunct Researcher in Cybersecurity at St. Clair College and a Technical Marketing and Solutions Strategist with BlackBerry. Noah is passionate about cybersecurity, supporting experiential learning, community building, and bilateral relations between the United States and Canada as a member of the Next Generation Leaders Network at the Consulate General of the United States in Toronto.
