The big day is almost here! Join us tomorrow, May 8th, for the MNE Graduation at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. The celebration kicks off at 6:30 PM in Exhibit Hall A. Don’t miss out on this milestone moment!
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We are pleased to announce that the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) has recognized our student section with the Section Achievement Award for accomplishments made in 2025-2026. Congratulations!
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As we begin the final week of classes for the Spring 2026 semester, here are our summer hours that will be taking effect this Wednesday, April 29th!
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ALT VCU College of Engineering Makerspaces Summer 2026 Hours of Operation: “Maker Studio: M-F: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.”, “Maker Garage: M-F: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Maker Garage is by appointment only)” and “Innovation Lab: M-F: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Innovation Lab is by appointment only).”
Check out some of the services and equipment we offer here at the VCU Makerspaces!
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ALT Promotional flyer for VCU Makerspaces (Maker Garage, MNE Innovation Lab, and Maker Studio). The design features a black and gold theme with photos of students working on engineering projects, a custom gear-shaped guitar, and Makerspace staff (Dr. Charles Cartin, Boris Solomonov, & Elsie Edwards). It lists services like CAD advising, machining, and welding, along with equipment including 3D printers and laser systems. A QR code at the bottom links to training information, including a badge you can earn.
The future of engineering is almost here.
Get ready for the 2026 VCU Engineering Capstone Expo! Our seniors have spent months innovating—now it’s time to see their work in action.
Check out the floorpan & current projects at: egr.vcu.edu/capstone#vcuengineering
ALT and when which reads, “Friday, April 24 | 9:30 - 1:00 at the VCU Siegel Center.” Has a background photo of the event along with a photo of a student showing off a project, and includes a black MNE logo.
ALT Photo of the Summer 2026 Training Modules Schedule with a VCU COE logo and text reading: “Makerspace Training Modules Training Workshop: 3D Printing and Laser Cutting, Fundamentals of Welding, Makers' Course - Module 1: Intermediate Makerspace Safety Training Course”, “Upcoming Modules Summer 2026 Courses are offered from 8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.”, “3D Printing and Laser Cutting (2 sessions, total 2.5 hours) Tuesday/Thursday, June 23rd & 25th Tuesday/Thursday, July 14th & 16th Tuesday/Thursday, July 28th & 30th Tuesday/Thursday, August 11th & 13th” “Fundamentals of Welding (2 sessions, total 2.5 hours) Monday/Wednesday, July 13th & 15th Monday/Wednesday, July 27th & 29th Monday/Wednesday, August 3rd & 5th” “Module 1 (2 sessions. 2.5 total hours) Tuesday/Thursday, June 9th & 11th Tuesday/Thursday, July 7th & 9th Tuesday/Thursday, July 21st & 23rd Tuesday/Thursday, August 4th & August 6th”
The 2026 AIChE Mid-Atlantic Conference Competition was a blast! Huge congrats to Penn State, Virginia Tech Team 1, and University of Maryland, Baltimore County for dominating the field and hitting as close as possible to that green line!
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Are you interested in becoming a Student Foreman in the VCU Makerspaces? Check this out!
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ALT A flyer promoting the search for a “Student Foreman” at the “VCU Makerspaces” with text reading “We are looking for a Student Foreman to join our team here at the Makerspaces!” & “Join us to assist with: General Makerspace and user support, Daily prep for Makerspace activities, Maintaining inventory and supplies, Equipment maintenance, Work order processing and fulfillment, Training and safety protocols.” Text at the bottom reads, “For more information, search on VCU Handshake for "Maker Space Student Foreman”.” Included are three pictures, one of multiple student foremen, one of the Maker Garage, and one of student foremen working in the space.
We are excited to host the 2026 AIChE Mid-Atlantic Conference this weekend! Stay tuned for the races commencing tomorrow.
Become part of the AIChE VCU chapter, joining over 52,000 members around the world! For more info: bit.ly/3NRLLz9#vcuengineering#makerspaces
ALT VCU College of Engineering Makerspaces Spring Break Hours of Operation: “Maker Studio will be Open: Monday, March 9th to Friday, March 13th: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., “Maker Garage will be Open: Monday, March 9th to Friday, March 13th: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Maker Garage will be by appointment only)” and “Innovation Lab: request access at Maker Studio.,” and “Hope everyone has an excellent break!” Hours are subject to change.
The only thing better than playing a guitar is playing one you built yourself. Start your next project at the VCU Makerspaces.
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Hope everyone had an excellent break! We are back with the new hours for the Spring 2026 semester. Also check out the trainings we have: bit.ly/3FBK6Xh#vcuengineering#makerspaces
ALT VCU College of Engineering Makerspaces Spring 2026 Hours of Operation: “Maker Studio: M-F: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.”, “Maker Garage: M-F: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Maker Garage is by appointment 5 - 7 p.m.)” and “Innovation Lab: M-F: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Innovation Lab is by appointment only).”
From everyone here at VCU Makerspaces, have a great holiday break and congratulations to all those graduating!
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From everyone here at VCU Makerspaces, we wish you all a great Thanksgiving break!
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ALT Post with a photo of the Maker Studio and a fruit pie. Includes a VCU Makerspaces logo and text reading, "Happy Thanksgiving From VCU Makerspaces.”
ALT Photo of the Spring 2026 Training Modules Schedule with a VCU COE logo and text reading: “Makerspace Training Modules Training Workshop: 3D Printing and Laser Cutting. Fundamentals of Welding, Makers' Course - Module 1: Intermediate Makerspace Safety Training Course, Makers’ Course - Module 2: Basic Fabrication Techniques and Equipment, Makers’ Course - Module 3: Manual Mill and Lathe Operation”, “Upcoming Modules Spring 2026 Courses are offered from 8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.”, “3D Printing and Laser Cutting (2 sessions, total 2.5 hours) Tuesday/Thursday, January 13 & 15th Tuesday/Thursday, April 21st & 23rd” “Fundamentals of Welding (2 sessions, total 2.5 hours) Monday/Wednesday, January 26th & 28th Monday/Wednesday, February 23rd & 25th Monday/Wednesday, March 23rd & 25th” “Module 1 (2 sessions. 2.5 total hours) Tuesday/Thursday, January 20th & 22nd Tuesday/Thursday, March 3rd & 5th” “Module 2 (4 sessions. 5 total hours) Tuesday/Thursday, January 27th, 29th, F
ALT Post with photos of Lyla Davis and jeans she made with text reading “VCU COE Makerspaces” & “A place where anything you can imagine can be built and created.”
Elsie is excited to see what you will make this semester at the VCU Makerspaces! Don’t forget to check out our welding training. View the schedule here: bit.ly/3FBK6Xh#vcuengineering#makerspaces