On the first floor of Kresge Library, the Oakland University Makerspace offers a unique environment for members of the OU community to answer the call to create. Spools of filament spin, sewing machines whir and students gather around shared worktables, turning creative inspiration into tangible art and objects of functional utility.
According to the OU Libraries, the Makerspace works to support creativity and experiential learning regardless of major or skill level. The library describes it as a place where users can “learn by doing,” with engineering students prototyping class projects alongside art majors working with textiles and new participants stopping by for drop-in hours.
Built for collaboration and experimentation, the Makerspace was founded in October 2017 as part of OU Libraries’ effort to support hands-on learning across disciplines. Following…
