Mission

Explore. Ignite. Create.

AR Creation Studios (ACS) fosters creativity, collaboration, and experiential learning through exploration and play using a variety of equipment and tools to create both academic and personal projects. AR Creation Studios spaces have been designed with the intention of serving creators of all skill levels. No prior knowledge or specific background is required to use our spaces, just a sense of curiosity and a desire to learn and create!

For hands-on learning educational experiences, patrons will need to come in and use the resources to create their projects themselves. For patrons who may not know how to do something, ACS staff are happy to show them how or learn alongside them to help projects become reality! ACS staff will not make things for patrons.

The concept of “failure” does not exist in AR Creation Studios. “Mistakes” or “failures” during creation are simply part of the experimentation process and they are celebrated as learning opportunities which improve both the creator and project.

AR Creation Studios (ACS) is comprised of the:

• Makerspace
• Digital Media and Music Lab
• Podcast Studios
• Video Recording Studio
• Audio Recording Studio
• Wood Kaufman Augmented & Virtual Reality Studios
• Visualization Lab

Policies for each space are linked below.

Access

Current University of Arkansas-Fayetteville students, faculty, and staff are welcome to use ACS during hours of operation.

Reservations are required except in cases of general use of the Makerspace and Digital Media and Music Lab.

Both the Audio Recording Studio and Video Recording Studio spaces require all patrons to complete a one-hour in-person orientation session to become an authorized user before reservations are allowed.

Due to its specialized nature, the Visualization Lab requires the submission of a reservation request form and a consultation meeting with ACS staff to reserve the space.

The Makerspace requires all patrons to complete the AR Creation Studios User Agreement and a general safety orientation before general use of the space, its services, materials, and equipment is allowed. Some Makerspace equipment requires additional training as well as reservations for use.

Location and Hours of Operation

AR Creation Studios (ACS) spaces are located within the ARK on Level 2 of Mullins Library except for the Digital Media and Music Lab. The Digital Media and Music Lab is located along the west side of Mullins Library on Level 2

ACS hours of operation are posted on the Library Hours webpage.

No after-hours use or access of ACS spaces within the ARK is permitted.

Conduct and General Use Guidelines

To assure an environment rooted in a culture of belonging and respect, all AR Creation Studios patrons are asked to adhere to all University Libraries and University of Arkansas policies, including the Code of Computing Practices and Student Handbook. Additionally, all patrons will become familiar with the following general guidelines and each space’s subsequent individual policies and guidelines.

• Patrons must check in, using their UARK ID card, for any space or equipment reservation at the appropriate AR Creation Studios service desk upon arrival.
  • For makerspace equipment reservations, patrons should check in at the service desk inside the makerspace.
  • For all other reservations, patrons are to check in at the ACS service desk between the podcast studios and visualization lab on the north side of Level 2.
• No food or drinks, other than water in containers with secure and resealable closures, are allowed in any AR Creation Studios spaces.
  • Exception: All food and drinks are prohibited in the Makerspace.
  • Lockers are available near the ACS makerspace and visualization lab for patrons to store their belongings.
• Patrons should always use equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner.
• Patrons may only book one ACS space or piece of equipment at a time. No concurrent bookings are allowed.
• Patrons must follow all policies and guidelines of ACS and its spaces, including verbal instructions from ACS staff, to help maintain an open and welcoming environment for all.
• Patrons must treat the space, equipment, and each other with respect. Disruptive, harassing, discriminatory, and threatening behaviors of any kind will not be tolerated.
• Patrons may not block or prevent access to studio spaces. University Libraries personnel have the right to enter the studio spaces at any time.
• Patrons should never use any broken, misplaced, or damaged equipment or tools. Report broken or damaged equipment, or missing parts to ACS staff immediately.
• Patrons must report all accidents, spills, injuries, or any unsafe or inappropriate behavior to ACS staff immediately.
• Patrons are prohibited from using ACS spaces to create:
  • Any weapons, parts of weapons, or weapon-like items, including toy or replicas.
  • Any projects which are illegal, have malicious intent, appear harmful, or pose a threat to the well-being of others.
• Unattended minors and animals, with the exception of service animals, are not allowed. Additionally, no minor will be allowed to use ACS spaces and equipment without parental consent via the general User Agreement.
• • For this policy, a minor is any person under the age of 18 who is not enrolled as an official student at the University of Arkansas.
• Use of AR Creation Studios for commercial or business purposes, including mass production, is strictly prohibited.
• Patrons are responsible for abiding by all local, state, and federal laws, including those around copyright, trademarks, patents, and intellectual property rights.
• University Libraries does not claim copyright or ownership of any content created in AR Creation Studios.
• Views and opinions expressed in content created using AR Creation Studios resources are not those of the University Libraries.
• University Libraries events, instructions, and workshops will take priority over non-library uses. Patrons will be notified of any interruptions to access of spaces or equipment as early as possible.  
• University Libraries reserve the right to amend these policies and guidelines at any time.

Use of AR Creation Studios is a privilege, not a right, and failure to follow policies and guidelines can result in revocation of this privilege.

We’re Here to Help

Have questions? Want to learn more? Curious about how something works? The AR Creation Studios are about learning through doing, and our staff are excited to support you every step of the way.

Patrons can stop in any time during open hours or contact ACS staff at arcreate@uark.edu.