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Makerspaces

What is a Makerspace, anyway?

Generally, a makerspace is a room or area dedicated to hands-on discovery. This space is stocked with the tools, supplies, and other resources needed to facilitate your creative projects. You may arrive with an idea (or even a half-baked idea!) and leave with a finished product. The goal of the makerspace is to further your experiential or kinesthetic learning skills and encourage your appetite for innovation, collaboration, and creativity!

 

Mount Maker Movement Logo - gear wheel with various tools and equipment

The MSMU Makerspace room

Chalon M³LAB Makerspace

The Makerspace @ Chalon

Visit the makerspace at Chalon Campus and create to your heart's content. Use the 3D printer or laser engraver, weave on a loom, bind a book, design a t-shirt or mug -- the possibilities are almost endless!

Two students working on a project in the makerspace.

The M³LAB is a space where everyone is welcome, and which inspires creativity and collaboration! Some activities will make you think critically; others will turn your thoughts into action.

We support a maker culture where:

  • Everyone shares responsibility for safety.
  • We help one another and are receptive to feedback.
  • We support one another.
  • Innovation is encouraged.
  • Positive experiences are created.
  • Everyone follows the Athenian promise.

This space has been created with the support of the W.M. Keck Foundation.

The M³LAB is available for use by current MSMU students, faculty, and staff in their coursework, personal use, and other MSMU related work.

What do we have?

Stations include:

  • Sewing & Embroidery Machines
  • 3D Printers
  • Laser Cutter / Engraver
  • Heat Press & Irons
  • Cricut - Maker 3 Cutter
  • Cricut - Mug Press
  • Vinyl Cutter - Large Format
  • Soldering Equipment
  • Button Maker
  • Sticker Maker
  • Hand Tools
  • General Crafting Supplies

Chalon Location

Room 203 - 2nd Floor, Coe Library - Chalon Campus

Located in the Charles Willard Coe Memorial Library on Chalon Campus: The M³LAB can be found on the 2nd floor near the Media Center, 24-hour study room, and individual study rooms. It is accessible by stairs or elevator and has restrooms available nearby.

Hours - Fall 2025

Monday 9:00am - 9:00pm
Tuesday 9:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday 9:00am - 9:00pm
Thursday 9:00am - 9:00pm
Friday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm

OPEN DATES

  • Open Starting: Tuesday, September 2, 2025

CLOSED DATES

  • Labor Day: Monday, September 1st
  • Mid-Semester Break: Thursday, Oct. 16 - Sunday, Oct. 19th
  • Thanksgiving Break: Thursday, Nov. 27 - Sunday, Nov. 30th 
  • Study Days & Finals: Thursday, Dec. 4 - Friday, Dec. 12th 
  • Christmas Break: Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025 - Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026

 

Get Started!

Follow the links and steps below to get started using the M3LAB.

  1. Sign the M3LAB User Agreement
    Everyone must sign an M³LAB User Agreement before entering the space for the first time. (students, faculty, staff)

  2. Want to reserve the space for a group?
    Students:  Request a date to reserve the space for your club or student organization!
    Faculty and Staff:  You can reserve the entire makerspace for a class activity, tour, or staff retreat!

  3. Check out Maker Workshops
    Check out the Maker Workshop Schedule for upcoming events and skills workshops. Some workshops may require RSVP as stations and space are limited.

  4. Check out the Maker Guide
    Check the Maker Guide for instructions, videos, and tips on each station.

  5. Sign-in Form
    When you arrive in the M³LAB - you must sign in. Please fill out this sign-in form each time you visit the makerspace. There are QR codes available for this link in the makerspace for fast and easy check-in.
Room filled with crafting supplies and equipment, the words Maker Lounge appear on the windows

Doheny Maker Lounge

The Makerspace @ Doheny

Check out this new mini makerspace and engage in some hands-on activities! Visit Study Room 1 at the McCarthy Library, Doheny Campus to see the available equipment, tools, and supplies!

 Reserve the Maker Lounge Today!

The Maker Lounge at McCarthy Library, Doheny Campus is a study room equipped with machines, tools, and materials to aid your maker activities! The space remains reservable for either study or creative activities.

The Maker Lounge is an independent learning zone. If you wish to receive instruction or training on any of the equipment, please visit the M³LAB at Chalon.

What do we have in the Maker Lounge?

The Maker Lounge has the following equipment:

  • Sewing Machine
  • Cricut Maker 3
  • Cricut Heat Press
  • HP Inkjet Printer
  • 3D Pen
  • Laminator
  • Ironing Board and Iron
  • Soldering Kit
  • Weaving Looms
  • Knitting and Crochet
  • Beading Materials
  • General Crafting Supplies

The Maker Lounge is located in the Purple Study Room at the McCarthy Library, Doheny Campus.

The hours for the Maker Lounge are the same as the hours for the McCarthy Library (see above)

You may reserve the entire room during the library's open hours.

  1. Sign the Maker Lounge User Agreement
    Everyone who uses maker equipment must sign the Maker Lounge User Agreement before using the equipment for the first time.
  2. Reserve the Purple Study Room / Maker Lounge
    Check the calendar to see if someone has already reserved the space.
  3. Sign-in
    Please sign in each time you use the Maker Lounge for making activities.