Cohort Meeting - 01-31-2017 - Photo 1

January 2017 - Visit to Ann Richards Makerspace - Part 1

Jan. 31, 2017

Cohort Meeting - 01-31-2017 - Photo 1On Tuesday 1/31/2017 UTeach Makers and mentors got together to visit the Ann Richards Makerspace. Mentors Patrick Benfield and Oren Connell led the night. UTeach Makers learned new skills through competing in the "Six Inch Chop Saw Challenge" and we discussed how to use tools safely with students. Current UTeach Makers also presented some of their recent work and displayed their Maker Showcases. And, there was plenty of yummy food, of course.

Cohort Meeting - 11-17-2016 - Photo 2

November 2016 - Visit to the UT Foundry Makerspace

Nov. 17, 2016

Cohort Meeting - 11-17-2016 - Photo 2On Thursday 11/17/2016 UTeach Makers and mentors had the opportunity to visit the Foundry at the UTexas Fine Arts Library. Everybody had an opportunity to see examples of 3D printed objects and learn a little about thee different techniques used in additive and subtractive digital fabrication.

Cohort Meeting - 10-27-2016 - Photo 1

October 2016 - First Maker Meeting

Oct. 27, 2016

Card Sorting Photo 01UTeach Maker officially kicked-off with the first cohort of students on Thursday 10/27/2016 with all our UTeach Maker, mentors, and advisors in attendance. As a kick-off activity, we learned a little about everybody and their background in making and being creative. Patrick Benfield introduced the group to a card sorting activity to help think about the different tools, techniques, and philosophies behind making.