Digital Makerspace Workshop Schedule

Another semester of Digital Makerspace Workshops at the library and we have a lineup of new topics.   This spring semester we have been focusing more on the digital end of things and finding new tools that will help you succeed.  Also with the campus transition to Gmail this semester, we have a few more Google-oriented workshops to get you familiar with how to get the most out of Google education apps you now have access to through Ripon College.  We have already held workshops on Google Drive, Gmail, and WeVideo Editing.

Some things don't change, and as always the workshops are free and with no advance registration required, and we try and do two sessions of each workshop. The content covered in each of the two sessions is the same, so you only need to attend the one that fits into your schedule.  The workshops last about 30 minutes, and are generally held in the Waitkus Computer Lab in Lane Library, unless otherwise noted.

Below is a list of our remaining Digital Makerspace Workshops this semester:

Basics of the 3D Printer        

Tuesday, February 18 @4:15pm in the North Reading Room

The Makerbot 3D Printer is available for you to be innovative and release your creativity for your coursework.  Want to find out what the printer can do?  Professors Bob Wallace and John Dalziel will be leading the workshops, demonstrating how the printer works and the guidelines for use.

FreeCAD for designing with 3D printer   

Tuesday, February 25 @4pm                                                      

Now you know that you have a 3D Printer available to you, how are you going to go about designing a new project?   Guest Stephanie Prellwitz will take you through the basics of FreeCAD to get you started in 3D printing.

eBooks  

Monday, March 3 @noon / Tuesday, March 4 @4pm        

Thousands of eBooks are available for your use through the library.  Are you looking for help on where to find eBooks or maybe how to use and download them to your own personal device?  Stop by for a hands-on workshop and get some answers to your questions.

What is Scalar?   

Monday, March 10 @noon / Tuesday, March 11 @4pm        

Scalar is an open-source publishing tool that allows user to create born-digital scholarship online, as simply as traditional blogging, but a lot more powerful.   Learn more about what Scalar is, how you can and why you would want to use it.   See why you might want to add some visual and interactive spice to your book, chapter or online project.

Google Sites:  Create Wikis and your own Webpages   

Monday, March 24 @noon / Tuesday, March 25 @4pm        

Learn to create a wiki or webpage for yourself, your student organization or class project.  Find the tips and tricks necessary to navigate and create your own web presence from Matthew Bolwerk at ITS.  

Advanced Google:  new search strategies  

Monday, March 31 @noon / Tuesday, April 1 @4pm

Want to find out how to do a better, faster search with Google?  All searching is not equal; learn how to take advantage of the Advanced Google search to find what you are looking for the first time.

Budget Friendly Software Alternatives   

Monday, April 14 @noon / Tuesday, April 15 @4pm        

The life of a student and discounted software does not last forever, but that does not mean that you will only have high cost options.  Stop by for a tour of some of the free software options available to you, regardless of your student affiliation.   

If you have any questions, comments, or any suggestions for future Digital Makerspace workshops, please let us know! 

Happy Birthday Abraham Lincoln

Lincoln the Dreamer was given to the college by Waupun sculptor, Clarence Addison Shaler in 1939.

Presented to Ripon College by the Artist Clarence Addison Shaler

Represents the man Lincoln as he was at the outset of his public career. His character formed by his early hardships in the wilderness, partakes of the strength of the oak tempered by the warmth of his sympathies.
He is leaving that early environment in pursuit of an unknown destiny. Untouched as yet by tragedy, betrayal and disillusionment. A man at the noon of his powers, which his high resolve has already dedicated to the good of his country and of mankind.

--Dedication Plaque