How do we foster increased engagement between students and off-campus resources?

Students new to a makerspace face an intimidating learning curve, and this can discourage participation. Getting students up to speed with basic skills, especially those that are inherently safe and engaging will be necessary to grow the maker culture (beyond the hardcore devotees) at any institution.

While most of the goals above relate to our relatively new Maker Space, enlisting mentors, both community and student, is essential to a thriving ecosystem. A shining Maker Space is a good calling card.

Our biggest issue is encouraging collaboration across disciplines, and sharing resources. After attending the Innovation Summit in October, I heard that many schools were facing the same problem, and I'd like to contribute our proposed solutions, so that others can follow along with our progress.