When life gives you lemons, make lemonade; and when it gives you uncomfortable couches, make pillows.
ONU English students turned a negative into a positive this past year with a little help from the Makerspace in the T.J. Smull College of Engineering. In collaboration with Dr. Larry Funke, assistant professor of mechanical engineering, and Dr. Jennifer Pullen, assistant professor of creative writing/fiction, the students produced decorative pillows that transformed their digs in Dukes Building from sleek executive to boho comfort.
When English students arrived on campus last fall, they were initially thrilled to find modern-looking furniture lining the hallways of Dukes. But the new couches soon proved less-than-comfy for lounging. English students spend a good amount of time hanging out together and collaborating on projects sometimes late into the night, so the…
