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Bring your ideas to life in the AU Makerspace.

3D printing, laser cutting, vinyl, embroidery, and a whole lot more — free to use for Anderson University students, faculty, and staff. No experience required.

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AU Makerspace, Chiquola Building

Getting started

How faculty, staff, and students access the Makerspace

Explore flexible ways to create, learn, and collaborate in the AU Makerspace.

Walk-In Access

Start 3D prints, laser cutting, vinyl stickers, and more — no reservation needed to come in. We do ask that you make one with us, or after you get here, to track usage.

Hands-On Guidance

New to the equipment? Staff are on hand to help you get set up safely and successfully.

Project Pick-Up

Once we teach you how to start a print, feel free to come pick it up whenever. If a project is multi-step, we'll help work out times and storage.

Share Your Work

Made something cool in the Makerspace — or planning to? Show it off on our Share Your Work page or tag us on Instagram.

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Now hiring

We're hiring student employees!

Are you creative, curious, or just love working with your hands? Whether you're into 3D printing, laser cutting, design, or just want to be part of an awesome team — we want YOU on board.

Gain experience
Learn cool tech
Build your resume
Work with fun people

See open roles

"Let's make, build, and create — together."

Reservations

How to reserve machines & equipment

Get a quick training session

Before you dive in, you'll need a quick training session on the machine you want to use — but don't worry, that's part of the fun.

Our team walks you through it

Our Makerspace team will walk you through every step, from powering up the equipment to completing your first project.

Bring your idea to life

Whether it's 3D printing, laser cutting, vinyl work, or something entirely new, we'll make sure you know how to get started.

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Equipment

Serious machines for serious makers

The AU Makerspace is chock full of advanced machines and equipment to help bring your projects to life — from industrial 3D printers to laser cutters, embroidery, and more.

Browse machines & equipment

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3D Printing (FDM & Resin)

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Laser Cutting & Engraving

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Embroidery & Sewing

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VR & Design Tools

Our team

Top notch experts, ready to help

The team at the AU Makerspace is full of 3D printing experts, skilled graphic designers, tech gurus, and problem solvers to help out when you get stuck.