On Nov. 5, the Maker Hub will host an information session about the initiative, which has helped 50 Ƶ students explore and bring their ideas to life.
The Maker Hub is celebrating five years of the Ƶ Kickbox program this year.
Since its inception, the program has helped 50 Ƶ students explore their ideas. Through the initiative, any student with the drive to build something can acquire mentorship, resources and $300 to help bring their ideas to life.
“We’re excited to celebrate five years of the Ƶ Kickbox initiative,” said Dan Reis, senior instructional technologist for Teaching and Learning Technologies (TLT). “The program has helped dozens of Ƶ students realize their goals.
Applications are open through Nov. 18 for 2020 Kickboxers. The Maker Hub will host an information session for interested students on Tuesday, Nov. 5, from 4:15 to 5 p.m. at its downtown Ƶ location.
To apply, students need to do three things: have an idea, talk to a faculty or staff member about the idea and complete an online application.
Past projects include a 3D-printed prosthetic, an organic chemistry lab, a robotic hand, a drone, jewelry, a smart mirror and more.
Alexandra Grillo ’20 used her 2019 Ƶ Kickbox to explore ways to offer clinical psychologist experience with clients in a simulated environment.
“I learned how to search for innovative ideas in my daily life,” she said.
Daniel Yameen ’21, also a 2019 Kickboxer, examined home automation with a Raspberry Pi and mobile phone application, which he used to control appliances and lights around his home. For him, Ƶ Kickbox is a great way for students to challenge themselves.
“Push your limits,” he said. “Get out of your comfort zone. Learn something new. Have fun.”
Ƶ Kickbox recipients will be selected and notified by mid-December. To learn more about requirements and sponsor expectations and to view past projects, .