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Copy and paste these wherever you need a bio, summary or "about" section. Pick the length that fits the platform. Using the same words everywhere keeps WMI's description consistent; if a detail changes, update this page first and then update the platforms. Tag...

This is the run-of-show for volunteers who lead a new member orientation. It takes about an hour. New members can read what to expect on New Member Guide: What to Expect at Orientation. To be confirmed: how orientations are scheduled, how a volunteer signs up ...

What an open house is The open house is WMI's monthly community gathering and member meeting. It is free and open to everyone: members, guests and people who are just curious. It is not a governance meeting and nobody takes minutes. The goals are to: Welcome m...

How to get the word out about any WMI event: an open house, a class, a work day or a public event. One person can do all of it. For the words to use, start from Standard Descriptions and Boilerplate; for colors, fonts and the logo, see Brand Guidelines. To be ...

What an Area Champion is Each shop area at Waukesha Makerspace has an Area Champion: a volunteer member who looks after that part of the shop. The areas are: Wood Shop Metal Shop Digital Fabrication (3D printing, laser, CNC) Electronics Lab Fiber Arts (textile...

Why committees exist Waukesha Makerspace is run entirely by volunteers. Beyond the Board of Directors, the space relies on volunteers and committees to support day-to-day operations, events and community outreach. Committees take on a defined piece of work, gi...

Reading this page does not replace training. You must be checked off on this tool before using it. The radial arm saw is a Craftsman. It is a versatile tool for crosscuts, miters, bevels, rips and dados, and it is great for rough carpentry. It needs extra care...

The Wood Shop is home to the saws, sanders, routers and dust collection. It is where most furniture, cabinetry, carpentry and general woodworking projects happen. Equipment at a glance The current list of Wood Shop equipment, with locations and which tools nee...

Fusion 360 Basics: From Sketch to Solid Length: 90 minutes Level: complete beginner, no CAD experience required Prerequisites: Fusion 360 installed and a free account created (see Appendix A) Student handout: see Student Handout in this chapter Class flow at a...

Practical AI: Using ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini Safely and Well Length: 90 minutes Format: small-group workshop, run as a conversation around one table Level: beginner, no prior AI experience needed Student handout: see Take-Home Card in this chapter Last revis...