The J.B. Speed School of Engineering opened its third maker space at a local school this week — this time at Central High School.
The facility is being called “The Colony” in honor of Central’s mascot, the Yellowjacket. Its goal is to increase awareness of the science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, fields and to persuade underrepresented students to consider pursuing those disciplines.
“Our goal with these maker space facilities is to increase interest in the STEM fields and to help students grow their self-confidence,” said UofL Acting President Neville Pinto. “Expect to see our Speed School students here working alongside Central students on engineering projects.”
The maker space…
