Have you ever wondered what you can create in the MakerSpace, how to get started with podcasting, or where to try virtual reality on campus?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On Friday, September 4, from 1:00\u20134:00 p.m., ITS invites students, faculty, and staff to join us for a Learning Spaces Tour + Open House and discover some of the spaces, tools, and people available to support making, learning, and creating at Swarthmore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The event has two parts: we\u2019ll start with a guided walking tour of ITS learning spaces across campus, followed by an open house where you can drop in to the spaces that interest you most for hands-on activities, demonstrations, and conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Along the way, you\u2019ll discover resources for photography, video, podcasting, music production, virtual reality, gaming, 3D printing, laser cutting, woodworking, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1:00\u20132:00 p.m.
Meet at Martin Hall 130 \u2014 Creative Media Commons<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We\u2019ll begin at the new Creative Media Commons in Martin Hall and make our way through several ITS learning spaces:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At each stop, you\u2019ll get a quick introduction to the space, learn about available tools and resources, and meet ITS staff who can help you get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2:15\u20134:00 p.m. | Drop-in Activities + Mingling<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After the tour, choose your own path and return to the spaces that interest you most. Activities will happen concurrently, so you can drop in, try something, ask questions, mingle, and move between spaces at your own pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Visit the MakerSpace<\/a> in Whittier Hall 114 to see the laser cutter in action and learn how a digital design becomes a physical object. Select or customize a simple design and leave with a coaster you helped create.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stop by the Creative Media Commons<\/a> in Martin Hall 130 to experiment with simple ways to use natural light in your photography. Bring your smartphone or camera, or try one of the DSLR cameras available during the activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Head to the Language Center<\/a> in Kohlberg Hall 326 for a hands-on introduction to Meta Quest 3 headsets. Learn the basics of navigating a virtual environment and explore VR applications at your own pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No previous experience is needed. Whether you already have a project in mind or are simply curious about what\u2019s available, the Learning Spaces Tour + Open House is a chance to explore new tools, meet the people who support these spaces, and imagine what you might make or create next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Light snacks and refreshments will be served.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Register<\/a> for the Learning Spaces Tour + Open House to let us know you plan to attend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Drop in when you can and leave when you must.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Have questions about the event or ITS learning spaces? Contact us at lmc@swarthmore.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nTake Better Photos with Natural Light<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Intro to Virtual Reality<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Come Explore<\/h2>\n\n\n\n