In the Make Space at Lassonde Studios, Tren Hirschi stands out not only as a leader but as an innovator and a source of inspiration for every student embarking on a journey of discovery and creativity. As the chair of the Make program, Hirschi’s role transcends conventional leadership. He manages around 20 student leaders, fostering […]
Topic: Make Program
Going Outdoors: Gear Made for Adventure
Skiing, camping, fishing, hiking — you name it, and Logan Going probably does it. A born-and-raised outdoor enthusiast from Oregon, the business major at the University of Utah is turning his passion for the outdoors into an enterprising startup, Going Outdoors. Going’s business seeks to solve problems with outdoor activities that the founder himself experiences. […]
Foam: Laundry for Students, by Students
Finding the time to do laundry while living on campus is a common struggle for many college students. Foam is a student startup at the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute with a goal to eliminate the challenges that come from doing laundry in a dormitory by offering a 24-hour turnaround service where students can have their laundry […]
Video: Make Space at Lassonde Studios
Come build something in the Make Space at #LassondeStudios. All students the University of Utah are welcome to use our tools here for any purpose. Safety training is required for the wood and metal shop. Learn more at lassonde.utah.edu/make.
Portal Power Raises $54K on Kickstarter
Aidan Daoussis is the inventor and founder behind the company, Portal Power, the world’s first portable charger within a cord. He launched the company from his dorm room at Lassonde Studios in 2016 and has since graduated with a degree in entrepreneurship. Through hard work and dedication to the idea, Portal Power launched their product […]
Photo Essay: The Make Space at Lassonde Studios
Whether you want to work on a class project or get back into your favorite hobby, the Make Space at Lassonde Studios has all the tools you need to be successful in your endeavors. There are always Make program mentors here to help. The Make Space is open for use to all University of Utah […]
Inspiring Makers across Campus
Being the chairman of the Make Program at the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute looks great on a resume, but many other aspects of the role are even more rewarding. Christopher Holland, a senior mechanical engineering student at the University of Utah and resident at Lassonde Studios, has been able to develop many professional and personal skills […]
Faces of Lassonde: Chris Holland
Being the chairman of the Make Program at the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute looks great on a resume, but many other aspects of the role are even more rewarding. Christopher Holland, a senior mechanical engineering student at the University of Utah and resident at Lassonde Studios, has been able to develop many professional and personal skills […]
VIDEO: David Pinnock Student Leader Feature
Get to know David Pinnock, a former Lassonde student leader who is using the skills he learned managing our Make Program. Learn more about the Make Program: lassonde.utah.edu/make
3-D Printing at Lassonde Studios Made Easy
For beginner 3-D printers, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Recent advances in 3-D print technology have made the impossible, possible: 3-D printing organs, food, even new 3-D printers. At the Lassonde Institute, the Make Space’s free prototyping area focuses on tearing down barriers between non-tech students and 3-D printing. Here are some tips to get […]