Seton Hall Men's Soccer Teams Up with the Maker Studio
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Student-athlete prepares his keychain design.
On Wednesday, August 5, Seton Hall men's soccer visited the Innovation Hub's Maker Studio for a creative team-building experience that gave student-athletes the opportunity to design, create and explore new technology together. Developed in collaboration with the Teaching, Learning and Technology Center (TLTC) and the men's soccer coaching staff, the hands-on activity challenged each student-athlete to create something uniquely their own while discovering the possibilities of digital design and fabrication.
Using a template in Adobe Express, the student-athletes designed personalized, jersey-shaped keychains. Each athlete customized both sides of the keychain before the designs were transferred onto the material using sublimation printing technology. For some members of the team, the project also provided their first opportunity to work with Adobe Express.
Personalized keychains created by the team.
The project extended beyond the personalized keychains. Working with the Maker Studio team, the coaching staff also created an aluminum sign featuring the men's soccer schedule, providing another example of how the studio's fabrication technologies can bring an idea from concept to completion.
The men's soccer team's visit is one example of the opportunities available through the Innovation Hub's Maker Studio. Located on the ground floor of Walsh Library, the Maker Studio gives students, faculty and staff access to a range of creative and fabrication technologies, including 3D printing, laser engraving, CNC machining, robotics, microcontrollers and sublimation printing.
Student-athlete displays his finished keychain.
"The Maker Studio gives students a place to explore new technologies, develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills and learn through hands-on experience," said Renee Cicchino, director of instructional design and training. "With access to innovative tools and guidance from our staff, students can experiment, take creative risks and transform their ideas into something tangible."
Explore the Maker Studio
The Maker Studio is designed to make experimentation approachable. Whether creating a class project, exploring a personal interest, developing a prototype or learning a new skill, community members can receive guidance and support while bringing ideas to life.
Students, faculty and staff are invited to explore the possibilities available through the Innovation Hub's Maker Studio. From hands-on workshops to independent projects, the studio offers tools, resources and support for anyone interested in creating, building and learning.
Learn more about available technologies, training opportunities and upcoming events by visiting the Maker Studio website or contacting [email protected].
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