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Drop by and Jump Right in!

The best way to learn about Makerspace is to visit us during our opening hours and look around, get a quick tour, make a button, or jump right into a project. You can also reserve or borrow some technologies with your T-ID.

Reserve Technology

While we do allow drop-ins for spaces and technologies, you can also book certain technologies/spaces in advance to ensure their availability for your project.

Borrow Technology

Some technologies are available for short-term loan, such as microphones, cameras, and more. Stop by the Makerspace to borrow what you need for your project!

Tours

Want a tour of the Makerspace?

If you want to tour the Makerspace, you can drop by during opening hours and staff can show you around if your group has less than 5 people.
For larger groups, class tours or if you want a tour that focuses on specific topics, email makerspace@tru.ca to arrange.
Two weeks’ notice is usually required for larger groups.

Host an Event

Want to host an event in the TRU Library Makerspace?

If you’re a TRUSU club, class group, or department and want to hold a design, making, or innovation event, you can use Makerspace. We want to offer a variety of events, from making buttons to prototyping computers to repairing clothes, so don’t be afraid to apply. Fill out the form below and we’ll get in touch with you. If you’re not sure whether Makerspace is right for your event, just contact us and we’ll help you figure it out.

Guidelines:

–   Events must take place between 10 am and 4 pm on weekday.
–   Only TRU student clubs, classes, or departments can host events.
–   Attendees must be TRU students, staff, faculty, or admin.
–   Maximum of 13 participants allowed, but larger events may be possible with special arrangements.
–   You can use most Makerspace tools and materials, but you’ll need to provide any special supplies or large amounts of materials yourself.
–   Attendees can only be charged for the cost of supplies, and the fee must be minimal.
–   The Makerspace will be open to drop-in users during most events.
–   Your group needs to handle advertising, but we’ll share your event on Instagram if you tag us.
–   Please be respectful of other Makerspace users and follow our Code of Conduct.

Request to Host an Event at TRU Makerspace

Fill out this form for your request to be reviewed by a Makerspace staff. Once details have been reviewed you will be contacted.

Organizer Information

Name of Primary Organizer
Name of Department, Student Club, or Class/Course title.
What is your TRU Role?
I have used Makerspace Before

Event Information

MM slash DD slash YYYY
Estimate
Start Time
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End Time
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Can any member of the TRU Community come? Just your group? A group outside of TRU?
Is registration required for this event?
What is the purpose of your event? And what do you hope attendees will gain by attending?
What Makerspace provided technology will the event use
Check all that apply
Please describe any technologies or tools that will be brought in by your group and used during the event. Do not include any Makerspace technologies.
Please describe any supplies required by attendees during your event, and who intends to provide them. In some cases, Makerspace is able to aid with small projects that use Makerspace technologies.
Any information you want us to know that wasn’t covered in other parts of this form.

FAQ

FAQ

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We try to take note of the questions everyone seems to have as well as any we can think of before they’re even asked.

The TRU Library Makerspace is a place to explore and experiment with technologies in a hands-on, experiential, supportive and collaborative environment.

Any current TRU student, staff, or faculty member can use the Makerspace.

There is no cost to use the Makerspace. Basic supplies for learning how to use the equipment are provided. If you require specific or unique supplies you may need to provide them yourself, but please talk to Makerspace staff first to ensure they will work with our equipment.

The Makerspace is located in House of Learning behind the Tim Hortons. Please use the doors beside the big round lecture hall.

The Makerspace provides the following technologies:

  • Recording technologies
  • Textiles and wearable technologies
  • Computer Prototyping (Raspberry Pi and Arduinos)
  • 3D Printing
  • Button Making
  • Cricut
  • Computers for design work
  • and more!
Learn More about Makerspace Technologies

The Makerspace is a place to learn by doing. Our staff will introduce you to the technology and provide some guidance on how to get started. The best way to learn is to experiment, play, think of a project you want to create, and have fun!

The Makerspace is a campus space where clubs and departments can run making events and workshops. To book Makerspace for an event and discuss if it is the right space for you, please fill out the Makerspace Event Request Form

Currently we are working with CELT to develop a process for faculty who want to integrate the Makerspace into classes. Due to space and resource limitations we will need to be careful about how we do this while still making the space available to other users. If you are interested in creating a Makerspace activity for your course, please contact Franklin Sayre, Makerspace Librarian, at fsayre@tru.ca

TRU Makerspace Code of Conduct

Code of Conduct

  • The Makerspace is inclusive of all users, from beginners to experts.
  • The Makerspace is a place of learning; sometimes things will not work and that’s okay.
  • Racism, sexism, ableism, homophobia, and transphobia will not be tolerated in Makerspace.
  • The Makerspace is for current TRU Students, faculty, and staff.
Makerspace users will:
  • Follow all guidelines and the direction of the Makerspace staff
  • Treat Makerspace equipment and technology with respect
  • Clean up after themselves and return spaces, equipment, and software to it’s original state
  • The Makerspace is a collaborative and fun place, but please be courteous of those working nearby and others waiting to use the spaces and equipment
  • No food in the Makerspace. Drinks in closed containers are okay.

Report any issues or incidents immediately to Makerspace staff or email makerspace@tru.ca