[Makerspace-keymembers] Fwd: [Makerspace Urbana] Make-a-tion Questions

[Emily Knox]

I've been thinking about this a bit.  One thing they might want to consider
is the space itself.  Is it inviting?  Warm?  Are there tools out that read
"feminine" (sewing machines, knitting needles)?

Have they asked their friends/partners who are women why they don't
attend?  Are children welcome (this can make a HUGE difference for many?

On Fri, Apr 3, 2015 at 9:58 AM, Jeffrey Putney <quaker at gmail.com> wrote:

> Here's an interesting email that seems to pose some questions worth
> pondering:
>
> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
> From: William Halsey <whalsey at vols.utk.edu>
> Date: Fri, Apr 3, 2015 at 8:51 AM
> Subject: [Makerspace Urbana] Make-a-tion Questions
> To: makerspaceU at gmail.com
>
>
> Hey Makerspace Urbana!
>
> My name is William Halsey, and I am an MBA student at the University of
> Tennessee. For one of our classes a group of us are working as consultants
> to help a local makerspace grow. The group is called KnoxMakers and their
> website is knoxmakers.org.
>
> Currently they are struggling not only to attract members but also create
> a diverse community. They admit that for now they are just thirty,
> middle-age white guys.
>
> While doing research I came across your website and the Make-a-tion event.
> I wanted to inquire about how successful it has been for both participation
> and bringing in new members. I would assume that it has been since you have
> been doing it for three years.
>
> Also, if you could give me any basic information such as
>   - What methods you use to advertise the event
>   - How you recruit people to lead the programs
>   - Are most of the programs led by current members or people from the
> community
>   - Approximate costs
>
> Also, if there is any other info that you would be willing to share it
> would be appreciated or if you could just give me the name of someone I can
> get in touch with.
>
> A response can be sent to
>   whalsey at vols.utk.edu -or-
>   (865) 621-7582
>
> If I for some reason can not answer the phone feel free to just leave a
> response on the voice mail.
>
> I appreciate your time and response. Let\'s keep the maker movement going!
>
> Thanks,
>
> - William Halsey
>
> University of Tennessee
> MBA Candidate
> MS Computer Engineering Candidate
>
>
>
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