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Source: Fuente, Reid, et al. “How to Develop a Makerspace: From Proposal to Production.” University Innovation, universityinnovation.org/wiki/How_to_develop_a_makerspace:_from_proposal_to_production.

Developing a Makerspace

7. Gathering Empirical Data

Ways to gather information

Host competitions

Reach out to clubs

Surveys

Facebook page

Emailing list

Empirical data shows stakeholders concrete evidence that a project is needed and wanted

6. Equipment and Resources

Necessary equipment and resources

Fume hood for soldering

fire extinguisher

Prototyping supplies

Microcontroller library

Soldering equipment

Vinyl cutter

Sewing machine

Laser engraver

3D printer

Resources often already exist on campus, so create partnerships with other departments to use their equipment

5. Space Management

Other procedures to consider

Ordering new supplies

Reporting and fixing broken machinery

Opening/Closing procedures

Using the space

RFID door scanners can be used to allow and track access

Access times can be determined with the makerspace staff and in accordance to university rules

Users must have proper training on safety and usage

Who will manage the space

Faculty, Graduate Assistants, student workers, or volunteers can provide day-to-day management

A faculty member must be liable for the makerspace

4. Funding

Sustainability

Start small and grow based on demand and usage

Budget for repairing and replacing items down the line

Initial Funding

Charge entrance fees at workshops and evetns

Hold a fundraiser

Request funding from Venturewell

Start a Kickstarter campaign

Corporate sponsorship (obtain permission from Deans and upper administration)

Project stakeholders are familiar with project and may know of additional funding options in addition to their own contributions

8. Generating Excitement and Increasing Awarenes

"Pay it Forward" training approach - each person who gets trained to use the makerspace has to train at least one other person, increasing the community using the space

Create a website or Facebook page

Host events on campus

Invite relevant clubs and organizations to use the space

Host welcoming events when the space opens and invite local media for exposure

1. Needs and Goals

Makerspace should be in a centralized location and easy to access and use for people of all backgrounds

Makerspaces offer a place to collaborate and work on projects

2. Support

Administrator(s) to obtain necessary space and funding

Faculty and staff to fully support project and act as advisors

Advisors should come from all major schools and disciplines at the university

Students express interest and create demand for the space

3. Proposal

Explain the value of the makerspace

Opportunity for collaboration

New learning experiences

Access to new tools and technology

Informs potential investors and collaborators on what money and resources are needed

Provide low end, midrange, and high end options

Develop proposal prior to the initial pitch