Ideation Studio is a series of hands-on workshops intended to help researchers, faculty, staff and students work together to solve Alaska challenges across silos. Participants network with others, come up with new ideas, expand on existing ideas and discover how…
What Are You Thankful For? Now is a great time of year to pause and reflect on what brings joy and gratitude into our lives. Whether it’s the people who support us, hobbies that bring us happiness, or moments that…
Join us for an hour of sensory engagement through a free-flow painting and writing exercise in a non-judgemental space. No previous experience is required. It can be a powerful tool for stress reduction and relaxation, processing emotions, and enhancing self-awareness.…
This month we are participating in Inktober. The challenge of consistently responding to a daily drawing prompt throughout the month. “Inktober is a month long art challenge created by artist Jake Parker that is focused on improving skill and developing…
Seasonal Learning Summer in Alaska is a time of experiential learning as we build new skills through hands-on, informal learning experiences. Did you pack raft for the first time this summer? Did you mentor a student through their first field…
June’s challenge asks you to bring in the outside. This month, embrace the vibrant and not-singular landscapes of Alaska’s summer as your creative inspiration in this unique making challenge. Collect natural items from your hikes, bikes or floats — be…
Watercolor Wednesday is happening over the summer! Join us in the Mill Makerspace, Bunnell 143, from noon to 2pm. Space is limited to 10 people due to limited supplies, so please reserve the dates you intend to join us. Summer DatesWednesday,…
May’s makerspace challenge is all about mindfulness! This month, explore the transformative power of Mindful making at The MILL. This challenge celebrates the integration of mindfulness in education, enhancing learning through the development of self-esteem and confidence. Engage in creative…
Spring Awakening We have a new makerspace challenge for April. This challenge invites you to get inspired by the changing season—melting snow, returning birds, budding plants, and longer days—and create something in The MILL. Whether it’s connecting your teaching and…
APAR F150, Traditional Crafts (CRN 37491) is a 2-week, 2-credit class to be led by Jennifer Adams, and hosted in The MILL makerspace. Please join the class if you are interested in learning about traditional beading. WHEN: 8 April –…
A new drop-in fiber arts meet-up every Thursday afternoon from 2-4 PM.
Come explore the parallels between handiwork and academic work and reflect on the practices of learning, teaching, and mentoring that they share.
Explore sound as a method in expressing educational journeys, research, personal growth, and discoveries. Whether it’s through the creation of new instruments, the innovation of sound into visual art, or the composition of songs and soundscapes, we encourage you to…