RIDE Center - Events & Workshops

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Spring 2025 "Tool Tuesdays"

On select Tuesdays throughout the Spring 2025 Semester, students, faculty and staff participated in another successful round of "Tool Tuesdays" workshops designed to introduce them to fabrication tools and creative approaches in the RIDE Center. 

Generously co-sponsored by the Westfield State University Foundation, the RIDE Center, and the Beveridge Family Foundation of Western MA. 

  • February 4th: LED Valentine's Day Card Making
  • February 25th: DIY Drawstring Bags
  • March 18th: Basics of CAD & 3D Printing
  • April 1st: Jigsaw Puzzle Coasters
  • April 15th: Celebrate Earth Day 2025: DIY Recycled Magnets 

 

STAY TUNED FOR FALL 2025 WORKSHOP DATES!

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RIDE Innovation Challenge Opportunities

Ready to get involved in a unique way and learn more about the world of innovation?

Contact RIDE Center Coordinator Grace Templeton gtempleton@westfield.ma.edu for more information!

Take a look at the ways some of our students are engaging in the process of advancing their ideas from theory to practice in the inaugural Creating a Sense of Community Innovation Challenge: a first-of-its-kind campus-wide innovation challenge co-sponsored by RIDE, the Albert & Amelia Ferst Interfaith Center, the Westfield State University Foundation, and President Linda Thompson.

Creating a Sense of Community Innovation Challenge: An opportunity for exploration, collaboration, and invention: Westfield State University inaugural "Creating a Sense of Community" Innovation Challenge is Co-Sponsored by The Interfaith Center, RIDE Center, & Westfield State Foundation. Join a student team to design, develop, prototype,and create installations that support a community of wellness and belonging in the Interfaith Meditation Garden.

RIDE Center Calendar

Find a time to get involved at RIDE today.

  • SUMMER 2025 HOURS: 8am-4pm, or by appointment
  • Please note: You must be trained on RIDE Center equipment before working independently.
  • Please contact RIDE Center Coordinator Grace Templeton gtempleton@westfield.ma.edu to ensure availability during Summer 2025 hours.

Interested in an internship or work study?

The RIDE Center is always looking for interested students who want to gain new skills while adding to their resume. Apply for a position today!

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Contact Us

Lamis Jarvinen, Ph.D.
Executive Director, Research, Innovation, Design, and Entrepreneurial Center
Parenzo 110
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Contact Us

Grace S. Templeton
Coordinator, Research Innovation, Design & Entrepreneurial Center
Parenzo 110