Students will soon be able to create digital design projects and other handiwork at a new makerspace on the Hill.
UCLA Residential Life is opening the Maker Space at Rieber Hall in fall quarter after completing renovations two weeks ago. The room is equipped with tools such as laser cutters, 3-D printers, scanners and computers with design and programming software installed. The space also features a station with power tools for wood and metal working.
Jake Wilkinson, the makerspace manager, said he is still setting up the space and recruiting staff, but he hopes to open the space to students in three to four weeks.
Wilkinson said the makerspace will also host workshops and events such as hackathons. He added that various engineering, art and design student groups have already expressed interest in collaborating with the makerspace.
“I like to think of this (also as an arts) place,…
