A space built for curious minds and bold ideas. Experiment with new tools, learn hands-on skills, and collaborate with other students who share your curiosity. Your free student membership gives you access to workshops, events, and 7,000+ sq. ft. of makerspace designed to help you dream big and build even bigger.
Whether you’re building your first project or bringing a polished idea to life, OriginLabs is here to help every step of the way. This is your place to explore, create, and shape the skills that will help you build your future.
Not a member yet? If you’re an undergraduate or graduate student enrolled at Penn State University Park, you can join OriginLabs for free — thanks to support from the Student Initiated Fees and the University Park Fee Board.
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Metal Wind Chimes Try metalworking by creating your own wind chimes, learning the basics step-by-step.
Skills learned: metal bandsaw, wood bandsaw
When: Mar 19, 5 – 7 p.m.
Wooden Utensil Try woodworking by crafting a wooden utensil from scratch and learning bandsaw and sanding basics.
Skills learned: bandsaw, edge sander, hand sander
When: April 2, 5 – 7 p.m.
Laser Cut Clock Create a one-of-a-kind clock and get hands-on with laser engraving and other maker tools.
Skills learned: Adobe Illustrator, laser cutting basics
When: Apr 16, 5 – 7 p.m.
Calling all student orgs! Come make your own swag — customize notebooks, tote bags, pencils, keychains, and more with your logo so your group can rep your brand all over campus. It’s a fun, hands-on way to create gear your members will actually use (and show off).
Stay tuned for the next event.
Need a part for a class project? A custom piece for your club? Or just want to see your design come to life? The Additive Manufacturing Lab can 3D print your ideas in different materials, sizes, and styles — from tiny details to large-scale builds.
Whether you’re building a prototype for class, making something for your club, or just trying out a new skill, OriginLabs has you covered. You’ll find woodworking and metalworking tools, welding stations, electronics prototyping gear, CNC machines, 3D printers, and digital fabrication equipment from world-class manufacturers — all here for you to explore.