DI HUB Group Orientation

Introduce your group to the DI HUB and activate their memberships with a group orientation! This one-hour session includes a 20-minute guided tour of our makerspaces and resources, giving your group a comprehensive overview of everything the DI HUB has to offer. Once completed, your group's DI HUB memberships will be activated, granting them immediate access to our facilities and tools. Schedule your group orientation today and kickstart their hands-on learning experience!

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Course Fees

KSU faculty and staff can make it easier for their students to access DI HUB equipment and materials by utilizing course fees for Reactor purchases. To set this up, work with your department’s business manager to complete our Reactor IDC Pre-Authorization form. Once approved, each student will receive a declining balance on their DI HUB account from which they can purchase machine time or materials. At the end of the semester, our staff will total the expenses and process an IDC from the designated index.

Spark Grants

Designed specifically for students, these grants empower innovators to turn their ideas into reality using the equipment, tools, supplies, and resources available in the DI HUB. Whether you're prototyping an innovative product or solution, participating in a design challenge or competition, researching a new process or application, or creating a unique piece of art, Spark Grants provide the financial support you need to make your project a reality.

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DI HUB Tours

Would you like to introduce your group to the creative possibilities of makerspaces? Then a group tour of the DI HUB is a great place to start! DI HUB makerspace tours typically last 1 hour and are free for KSU staff and faculty groups, attendees at recruitment-related events and programs, and K-12 school visits. Our standard tours include an overview of our Reactor makerspace, 3D Print and Laser Cut Shop, Sewing Shop, Industrial/Robotics Shop, Electronics Shop, X_Realm, Blank_Lab, and more!

Project Consultations

Have a project idea but are not sure where to start? The DI HUB's Reactor Project Consultations connect you with our expert DI Crew staff who can guide you through the process of turning your vision into reality. Whether you need help designing, prototyping, or choosing the right tools and materials, our team is here to support your creative journey. 

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