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FabLab Hours & Info

Special Closings and Announcements : (Updated 12/18/25)

• See Schedule below for important dates and pieces of information about how to access the for the first couple weeks of the spring semester. 

FabLab Open Access Schedule: (Updated 12/18/25)

12/13 FabLab is Closed for Winter Break

01/12 First day of Classes, Spring Semester Authorization Opens 

01/13 FabLab is available for class reservations. Please speak with the Senior Lab Specialist to discuss and reserve time.  FabLab walk in hours are not available.

02/09 FabLab is fully Open. Schedule will be released leading up to this date. 

Lab Introductions and Authorizations:

The 2026 Spring FabLab Authorization and Safety Waiver is now available. Estimated 15-1hr mins to complete. All students eligible to use the FabLab will need to complete this authorization within the Authorization window or risk losing access for the semester. 

Contact Information: 

• Email, FabLab1330@gmail.com 

• In-person during open hours

Project Lab Hours & Info

Project Lab Hours

Monday         10am - 12PM APPT ONLY

          2pm - 8pm Open Hours

Tuesday         2pm - 8pm Open Hours

Wednesday    10am - 12PM APPT ONLY

    2pm - 8pm Open Hours

Thursday        2pm - 8pm Open Hours

Friday           10am - 12PM APPT ONLY

                      2pm - 6pm Open Hours

During open hours Lab capacity will be based on available staff and strictly enforced at a 5:1 ratio with a 15 student maximum

Faculty Lab Access

If you are having trouble accessing the lab via I-card swipe reader please contact the senior lab specialist with your UIN.

Class Appointments

If you as an instructor would like to reserve dedicated time in the Lab, it can be arranged on a case by case basis. This could be for demonstration, special instruction or dedicated work time for your class.

This time can be arranged during the appointment only period or during open hours. Instructors must be present in the Lab for group reservations. Reach out to the senior lab specialist to arrange.

Lab Engagement

Students who have not done their Project Lab orientation will not be able to utilize the Project Lab.

If you have a large studio, please check in with us about your plans that involve the Project Lab so we can provide the smoothest possible experience for you and the students.

This can include, but is not limited to generating samples or proofs of concept using vetted processes.