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of entrepreneurial space. The Earth Innovation Hub (up to 20,000 GSF) is a
more active use is appropriate. The Innovation Hub and the Maple Parking
The existing site is a forgotten area of Main Campus, dedicated now to the
Enabled projects: The Innovation Hub is considered a first phase in a network
site, Mines should reserve space for the creation of a central open space
to freshmen residence halls and the Arthur Lakes Library suggests that a
Although significant program for maker spaces is planned for the limited
shops and yards of Facilities Management. However, its close proximity
Structure (now under construction) will transform this area of campus,

(lawn, plaza, etc.). The Main Campus has a deficit of open space, and as this utilitarian space is converted to an academic/research/innovation space, This project may be located over a former coal or clay mine. Mines should explore subsurface geological conditions and the buildings may need diff

possible second phase. THE SITE bringing vehicles and pedestrians throughout the day. additional open space is needed. and more substantial foundation systems than is typical.

curriculum are centered around the student’s need to analyze, problem solve,
Innovation is a hallmark of teaching and research at Mines. Its pedagogy and
and implement ideas. Increasingly higher education has embraced the maker
culture and is providing students with “makerspaces” that deliver a platform
for making things and learning through hands-on design. The space needs

INNOVATION HUB BUILDING AND RENOVATION
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analysis indicated a future need for flexible shop space where groups of students of many disciplines can work on their capstone projects, anticipated A new building near the General Research Lab Annex should provide space for innovation and entrepreneurial efforts on campus. It serves both independent efforts and academic work such as EPICS and Senior Design. An approximately 15,000 GSF building consisting of pri

EARTH INNOVATION HUB THE NEED to be 75 projects/semester. THE PROJECT GSF Grounds/Truck Shop into maker club space. Management buildings in Mines Park. 172