Shops & Labs

Updated 1-5-2022

Please review the current policies and protocols—including special updates for January 2022—with regard to Sam Fox School shops and labs, made in coordination the University’s Updates to the Danforth Campus spring plan. 

As always, the health and safety of our community is our top priority, and a shared commitment to our policies and public health protocols is critical.

For general information about Sam Fox School studios and labs, including rules, training, and key contacts, visit the Studios & Facilities page of our intranet.

Janaury 2022 Access

Sam Fox School labs and shops will be available to faculty and graduate students on a limited basis by appointment through January 30.

  • At this time, access for faculty and graduate students to the School’s making spaces, including the Weil Hall Digital Fabrication Lab, the Givens Wood Shop, the Walker Shops, the Photography Studio, the Print Shop, and the Book Studio, will be managed through Leland Orvis. Please email Leland with your project needs to request access. An online scheduling system for the shops will be in place later in the month.
  • Access for faculty and graduate students to the Whitaker Lab and other computing resources will be managed through Bob Chekoudjian. Please email Bob with questions and to schedule access.
  • Graduate students will only have access to these spaces during regular business hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30a-5p.