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CSUMB Makerspace

The Library Makerspace is a collaborative work environment on the third floor of the Tanimura & Antle Library, Room 3125.

Welcome to the Makerspace

The CSUMB Library Makerspace is a cross-campus hub where students, staff, and faculty can use a variety of tools and materials for free during general access hours. All skill levels are welcome!

There is a Maker Library of books related to Makerspace activities. There are computers available with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop installed. Learn a new skill or use specialty equipment during scheduled workshops or emailing makerspace@csumb.edu.

Please check in and out at the front welcome desk where student staff members are available to assist you with questions, setup & clean up, materials use and how to check out tools. Tool and or safety training is required for some activities, including needle felting, X-Acto knives, and hot glue guns.

The Makerspace

Visit the Makerspace

All visitors must check in and check out at the front desk!

First Time Visitors in the Makerspace 
Ask about what we have to offer and how to use it! 

Everyone - Please check in and out at the front desk during each visit to the Makerspace
Remember to follow the rules and guidelines. Respect the Makerspace, tools, materials, and your fellow Otters! Safety first - let us know if you see anything that might be unsafe! Always ask if you have any questions about setup, materials, or how to use a tool! Clean up after use, cleaning supplies available.

Students join MyRaft  
Learn about the Makerspace and register for workshops, see schedule updates and weekly hours.

General Access Hours

Spring 2024

Monday: 2-5pm

Tuesday: 2-5pm

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 2-5pm

Friday: 2-5pm

SYE workshops every other Thursday, 1-3pm, starting 2/22/24

Check MyRaft. Schedule changes can occur without notice.
Please direct any questions to: makerspace@csumb.edu

General tools and independent project materials will be available. Ask questions if you have any. Cleaning supplies are available (vacuum, gloves, wipes, towels, and spray cleaner). Check out tools (X-acto knives, hot glue guns, needle felting needles) are at the check out tool desk (safety training required for use). Check what Tools and Materials are available during open hours.

Group or class visits 
To schedule or request a group or class visit please send inquiries by email to makerspace@csumb.edu

Please include as much of the following information as possible:
1. How many participants?
2. What is the preferred date, time, & duration of visit?
3. What other information, comments, or questions do you have?