Makerspace Newsletter, January 2025

Welcome to 2025! A new year means new opportunities to innovate, create, and connect.

 Image of cube   News & Events

Interested in entrepreneurship? UTSC Library has workshops and resources to support your ventures. Check out the upcoming sessions below.

Image of the poster for the Launchpad event January 23

Image of Industry Research for Startups event January 29
 
 

Image of cube   Upcoming Workshops

Introduction to 3D Design (in-person)

Wednesday, January 22, 2:10pm-3pm | UTSC Library Makerspace (AC256)
This hands-on session introduces you to 3D design using Tinkercad, a beginner-friendly free design platform. At the end of the workshop, you will have created a basic object that is ready to be 3D printed.
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Podcasts: The Basics (online)

Wednesday, February 6, 3:10pm-4pm
In this session, you will be introduced to the tools and resources for podcast creation. You'll learn about best practices for creating a podcast, including choosing a format, comparing recording software and selecting the proper equipment needed to complete your digital project. 
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Introduction to Cricut (online)

Wednesday, February 13, 3:10pm-4pm
This session will introduce you to DesignSpace, the online tool for creating Cricut projects. During the interactive workshop, you'll learn how to browse the Cricut design database or use the program's tools to create your own projects, like stickers or greeting cards. Be sure to download the free program in advance to participate.
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Image of cube   Creative Corner

Are you creating something interesting using Makerspace tools? We want to hear about it! Email us at makerspace.utsc@utoronto.ca with a photo and description of your project. You could win a $5 Tim's card and be featured in our next newsletter.