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'''WikiGuide: How to Create a 100% Student Run Makerspace'''

'''Introduction<~~samp~~/span>''' Meet Nathan LaWarre, a student from Western Michigan University. Nathan is an active student on his campus and like ~~Introduction~~[[File:Nathan UIF Profile.JPG|thumb|Nathan UIF Profile.JPG]]many other students from different universities, he is interested in bringing people from interdisciplinary backgrounds together. With his strong interest in creating an environment where students can ideate, build projects and learn, Nathan and his club, Innovation Club, created this collaborative work space at his university known as a “makerspace.”</uspan></~~samp~~span>

Meet Nathan LaWarre, a student from Western Michigan University. Nathan is an active student on his campus and like [[File:Nathan UIF Profile.JPG|thumb]]many other students from different universities, he is interested in bringing people from interdisciplinary backgrounds together. With his strong interest in creating an environment where students can ideate, build projects and learn, Nathan and his club, Innovation Club, created this collaborative work space at his university known as a “makerspace.”

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As a creative and innovative work space, a makerspace is an accessible place where students are able to use multiple tools and resources. Whether it’s making your project idea come to life or learning a different skill, makerspaces give students the creative freedom to explore and produce ideas. Many are student-run, meaning that students are responsible for managing and utilizing the space. For Nathan, creating a makerspace meant working with the right people and consistent planning in order to execute their vision for a successful work space.

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'''How to get started'''

<li>Get inspired and Get Involved<ol style="margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">

<li>Does your campus have a makerspace already? If so, try and get a position and help out! Nathan was able to help his makerspace by taking the lead on social media. He used that as a tool to get the space's name out to students and keep them updated.<br/span><br/~~></span~~></li>

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<li>If you need a space, you’re gonna have to work hard but don't be discouraged!<ol style="margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">

<li>Find the proper building for your space. What will students be doing in your space? Doing homework, hanging out, meeting with their classmates?<ol style="margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">

<li>Consider holding events in your space - students will like this and faculty may be more inclined to support</li>

<li>Think of ways to benefit the whole university with your one space.. Its challenging but ultimately will give your space more support (and more money).<br/span><br/~~></span~~></li>

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'''What to consider'''

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<li>Try to get outside funding that will cover the cost of materials so that anything students do is free for them. Seriously, what student wouldn’t come learn how to use a 3D printer for free? It’s free!<ol style="margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">

<li>Funding can be achieved through grants, faculty, fundraising, or even crowdfunding. Think about starting a crowdfund that supports students and their projects - including your own!<br/span><br/~~></span~~></li>

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'''Your Vision'''

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