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Media Services workshop: Adobe Illustrator basics
The Toaster (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United StatesLearn the basics of Adobe Illustrator!
Free
Learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator!
Watch students from across the University make their 90-second pitch and compete for a chance to win $1,000. Students will share their business ideas to a panel of entrepreneurs and investors and get live feedback in addition to potential cash prizes. Participants have gone on to launch their BizPitch ideas.
Get started 3D printing! No experience needed. We'll learn how to download the software that goes with the 3D printers, and download a model from Thingiverse to turn into an amazing 3D print. Join the Toaster Ambassador Lauren and Riely for this Beginners Workshop.
Ever wondered how Kendrick Lamar’s DAMN album was made? Come to this workshop to find out! We’ll get you started in music production. What do Steve Lacy (Ego Death) and Grimes have in common? Both used garageband on their phones! No experience required.
Join Toaster Ambassador Ava to create Tiny Dinos! This workshop will have you cutting patterns, sewing, and stuffing to create one of these adorable tiny dinos.
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Collaboration event with the Student Group Resource Center, Student Group Services Team and The Toaster. This event will provide a space for student groups to create promotional materials, learn about the resources available to student groups through The Toaster and Student Group Resource Center. Advisors will be available to assist with general student group operational questions.
Collaboration event with the Student Group Resource Center, Student Group Services Team and The Toaster. This event will provide a space for student groups to create promotional materials, learn about the resources available to student groups through The Toaster and Student Group Resource Center. Advisors will be available to assist with general student group operational questions.
Unleash your creativity with our audio recording and podcasting workshop! Discover the vast array of audio equipment available, some even available for free checkout at the U of M Libraries. Master the art of planning, preparing, and editing your recordings. Our dedicated staff will be ready to guide you, conduct insightful demos, and equip you with the tools you need for your audio journey. Don't miss this chance to embark on an exciting adventure in the world of audio! This workshop is offered as in-person and virtually.
Get started 3D printing! No experience needed. We'll learn how to download the software that goes with the 3D printers, and download a model from Thingiverse to turn into an amazing 3D print. Join the Toaster Ambassador Lauren for this Beginners Workshop.
Discover the power of websites, versatile platforms that can serve as personal diaries or even mediums for class projects. They offer a rich communication ecosystem, effortlessly incorporating photos, audio, video, and text. In our upcoming session, we'll unravel the secrets of planning, designing, and crafting compelling websites using Google Sites. Don't miss this opportunity to harness the full potential of digital communication.
Ever lose your page in a book and wish you had a bookmark? Fancy a little fun with your artistic side? Join our Toaster Ambassador, Lauren, for a whimsical adventure turning odds and ends from our Breakerspace stash into funky bookmarks!
Bring your broken clothing or other textiles and we will teach you how to mend! No experience needed, materials provided. Hope to see you there!
Liberate yourself from the constraints of perfection! Join the Toaster Breakerspace team for Bad Art Night and create your personal catastrophe-on-canvas. Relax with new friends and make some memorable blunders, or strive to create the worst art of the night and stake claim to our Worst Bad Art trophy. Be it sculpture, painting, or a new art form all your own, let your bad taste guide you in forming your "disasterpiece."
Dive into the world of video production with us! In a compact 30-minute session, you can master the art of storytelling, choosing the perfect visuals and sound, conducting impactful interviews, and more. We'll guide you from planning to distribution, ensuring your project reaches its full potential. Plus, we'll educate you on media reuse, attribution, and sharing your project effectively. Don't miss out on this opportunity to tap into available campus support resources. This knowledge-packed session is your ticket to creating compelling video content!
Calling all game gurus and thrill-seekers! Ready to swap textbooks for joysticks? Our media service lab and VR corner are bursting with excitement, just for you. Summon your inner ninja with Fruit Ninja or channel your inner rockstar with Beat Saber. Or, step into the ring of Super Smash Bros Brawl - the choice is yours. With a snazzy VR headset and a Nintendo Wii in the mix, you're set for an epic gaming break. So, who's game?
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