Tech Talk January 2025

Join us for a Tech Talk at Tech Shop! Join us for our regular series of informal info sessions designed to help you discover new tech and make the most of the tech you already have. We offer how-to’s, demos, and tutorials on hardware, software, apps, and products that might just change your world.

Who: Open to all
When: Thursdays at 3 p.m. (each lasting 20-30 minutes, with option for Q&A and personal consulting to follow)
Where: Michigan Union | Ground Floor

It would be great if you registered to let us know you’re coming, but drop-ins are also welcome! Bring your own device where indicated if you want, but that’s not required either; we can provide 1:1 tech consults or helpful how-to resources so you can DIY with confidence.

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New workshops are posted regularly, so check back often!


Coming up …

January 9: 3D Printing Basics

Using our demo Creality Ender 3 V3, see how 3D printing can be used to create objects limited only by your imagination. Learn about:

  • 3D modeling and slicing software
  • types of filament and how to use them correctly
  • set-up, care, and maintenance of your printer hardware

January 16: New Device Setup

New tech in your life? Maybe you are giving (or receiving) a new device this holiday season. Join Tech Shop staff for a new device setup overview just in time! We’ll touch on common devices like Mac, iPad, Windows devices, gaming consoles and more. And you have a device you’d like to bring for hands-on setup help, we can do that too.

BYOD: encouraged!

January 23: Intro to Digital Accessibility

Curious about digital accessibility? Want to learn how you can make your web content more accessible? Join Tech Shop staff member and Student Digital Accessibility Specialist, Irene, to learn more and get your questions answered. The presentation will cover:

  • What is digital accessibility?
  • What is assistive technology?
  • General principles for designing and developing for accessibility

BYOD: encouraged! There are some resources featured in the presentation that you may want to download to your personal devices. Additionally, bring anything you are designing or developing for accessibility advice.