Are you teaching a class you'd like to bring to the CATalyst Studios makerspace? Do you want to learn how to integrate maker technology and experiential learning opportunities into assignments and syllabi? Join us for the Faculty & Instructor Maker Bootcamp to learn more!

The Faculty & Instructor Maker Bootcamp is a series of five workshops that introduce how you can partner with CATalyst Studios to incorporate hands-on learning and maker-based literacies into your courses. Each workshop highlights a specific tool or craft available at CATalyst Studios, exploring examples from the course and best practices. Each workshop culminates in hands-on training and activities to inform and empower your teaching. You are not required to attend all six workshops- feel free to register for whichever workshops interest you.  

Most workshops have technology requirements. Please review the notes so you can arrive prepared.

Workshop Schedule:

February 6th: 3D Printing 

• An introduction to the applications for 3D design and 3D printing, followed by a 3D printing certification.
  • Note: This workshop requires a laptop.

February 20th: Laser Cutting & Engraving

• Discover how classes use laser engraving to explore history, art, and culture, then get your certification in laser cutting.
  • Note: This workshop requires a laptop and will use Adobe Illustrator. Request an Adobe Creative Cloud & Stock license and install Illustrator before the workshop.

March 6th: Vinyl cutting & Sticker Printing

• Explore how courses use the vinyl cutters at CATalyst to create stickers and silkscreen stencils, then create customized stickers.
  • Note: This workshop requires a laptop and will use Adobe Illustrator. Request an Adobe Creative Cloud & Stock license and install Illustrator before the workshop.

March 20th: Podcasting & Audio

• Discuss how podcasting and audio recording can enrich research outputs, and learn how to use the podcasting station at CATalyst Studios.
  • Note: This workshop requires a laptop and benefits from an Adobe Creative Cloud license. It's recommended that you request an Adobe Creative Cloud & Stock license before the workshop. 

April 3rd: Zines, Scrap Art & Collage

• Learn how classes use zines and other design projects as alternatives for, or a supplement to, written assignments. Includes the opportunity to make a zine, a found object artwork, and a collage.
  • Note: Basic supplies will be provided. You’re welcome to bring your own photos, magazines, and other materials if you’d like to.

If you're not able to attend a session you're interested in, you can request a one-on-one consultation or training with CATalyst Studios staff.

If you have questions or want to get in touch, email us at CATalyst@lib.arizona.edu.