Workshops & Events
Based on feedback from an informal survey last semester, the IMC staff created new workshops and events for students this fall. The programs are meant to be accessible, fun, and educational—providing students with quick, hands-on opportunities to explore creativity and learn something new.
Amanda Brooks, IMC Technician, shares:
"I'm so excited to start doing regular workshops and craft events! We’ve done a lot of prep for this—interviews with other university makerspaces, field trips, and brainstorming sessions with the Student Library Ambassadors. I’m excited to see where the IMC goes from here."
This semester’s workshops include:
“Make-and-Take” craft series featuring projects like pressed flower bookmarks, paper & craft stick lanterns, and crepe paper wisteria.
Introductory sessions on Canva, PowerPoint poster design, and how to use the Cricut for t-shirts and stickers.
A collaborative community art project using coffee filters—perfect for welcoming new students and building connections.
IMC Technician Shannon Santoso adds:
"Based on student feedback from last semester, the majority expressed interest in a 'make-and-take' craft series and other topics that are now included in the workshops. Over the summer, we planned and reviewed different types of crafts that are quick to make, currently trending on social media, and visually appealing to students. We hope that this series will spark creativity while offering a brief get away from their studies."
Click here to view the flyer and click here for more details including times. First event is Thursday, September 4.
New Processes to Help You Work Smarter
To improve efficiency and better serve our community, we’ve implemented the following updates:
Comb-Binding Requests
We’re now offering overnight turn-around for all comb-binding requests! Drop off your materials (up to 2” thick), and they’ll be ready for pick up the next business day. Cost is $1.00.
New Cost-Center Form
For any departmental requests covered by a cost center, please use our new form. It captures important details—like student rosters for class projects—to streamline the process.
What’s New in the IMC?
Board Games
We’ve added several new board games to our collection—and launched a new webpage so you can browse the game collection. Whether you’re planning a chill weekend or a dorm game night, stop by and check one out!
New Equipment: Yeti USB Microphone
Ideal for podcasts, music recording, or voice-overs, our new Yeti Microphone is now available to borrow for up to 3 days. It's part of our growing collection of creative tools—just ask at the IMC desk to learn more. Browse all equipment the IMC offers for lending!
Follow Along with #TuesdayTechTips We’ve launched a new Tuesday Tech Tips series on Instagram! Every week, we share helpful tech tips, tricks, and IMC updates.
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Visit Us in the IMC
The Innovation Media Center is more than service desk — it's a community hub for creative exploration and lifelong learning. Whether you're attending a workshop, checking out gear, or just curious about what we offer, come by and say hello. We’d love to see what you create!
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