Workshop

Get creative with our 3D printers, die cutters, engraving machine, and other hands-on equipment.

Shapiro Library, First Floor, Room 1128View floorplan

Student at a workbench that is covered with a variety of hardware and materials.

Reservations to come in and use specific equipment are required.

Get hands-on access to equipment such as a letterpress, soldering station, 3D printers, and other hardware and materials in our Design Lab Workshop.

Find us beyond the glass doors of the Shapiro Library lobby, in the far right corner of the first floor.

What’s available

Letterpress
Laser cutter and engraving machine
Digital die-cutting machine
3D printers
Sewing machine
Soldering station

Use of the workshop

The workshop is available to all students, faculty, and staff. There is no cost to use the equipment. Instead, we’ll ask that you write a post about your project on our blog, Lab Notes.

Before you can access the workshop, you must complete our brief online training modules that cover our policies, procedures, and hardware of interest.

After completing the online training, you’ll receive instructions on how to make a reservation to come in and use specific equipment. Our team of interns and residents will be there to let you in and are available to share knowledge, assist with project consultations, and get you started in the space.

If you’re looking to 3D print something, we recommend you send us the file before your reservation so we can ensure the best print possible.

Policies

The library, at its sole discretion, may refuse any use or project request.

You may not use Design Lab equipment or spaces for purposes that:

Violate federal, state, or local law or violate university ordinances or policies
Void manufacturer warranty or service agreements
Violate intellectual property rights, such as copyright, patent, or trademark
Create weapon replications or modifiers
Create items for commercial use
Violate library policies