Applications for the FY '25-'26 President's Innovation Fund are now being accepted.
RIDE Center - Events & Workshops
President's Innovation Fund - Open Now
Fall 2024 Entrepreneurial Speaker Series Panel
Engage with our local food and beverage entrepreneurs and be inspired by their business journey and passion for serving their community. Open to all students, faculty and staff. Nonalcoholic samples and raffles for all attendees!
When: November 13th, 2024 4:00-6:00pm
Where: RIDE Center, Parenzo Hall 110
Link to register:
Event Sponsors: 91桃色 State Career Center, 91桃色 Department of Management & Marketing, RIDE Center, 91桃色 Foundation
2nd Annual 91桃色 Entrepreneurial Speaker Series
November 13, 4-6pm
RIDE Center, Parenzo 110
Link to Register: https://forms.gle/Yb5CXMgCMRTGewua6
Fall 2024 "Tool Tuesdays" Workshops
Join us on select Tuesdays throughout the Fall 2024 Semester and participate in "Tool Tuesdays" workshops designed to introduce users to fabrication tools and creative approaches. All workshops will be held 1:00pm-4:00pm, in The RIDE Center Parenzo 110!
Generously co-sponsored by the 91桃色 Foundation, the RIDE Center, and the Beveridge Family Foundation of Western MA.
September 17th, 2024: Hanging Wall Canvas | Training on: Cricut Smart cutting machine
October 1st, 2024: T-Shirt Pillows | Training on: Sewing machine, textile design tools
October 15th, 2024: DIY 鈥淪hower Steamers鈥 | Training on: Mold making machine, vacuum former, 3D printer
October 29th, 2024: Crochet Succulent Holders | Training on: Precise needleworking, weaving
November 12th, 2024: 鈥淪tained Glass鈥 Artwork | Training on: Rapid prototyping, laser cutter, glasswork
Generously co-sponsored by the 91桃色 Foundation, The RIDE Center, and the Beveridge Foundation of Western MA.
RIDE Innovation Challenge Opportunities
Ready to get involved in a unique way and learn more about the world of innovation?
Stay tuned for more upcoming workshops and dates to get started on the challenges below!
If you have a team ready and would like to register, please contact RIDE Coordinator Grace Templeton gtempleton@westfield.ma.edu
RIDE Center Calendar
Find a time to get involved at RIDE today.
- Fall 2024 "Drop In" Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00am-4:00pm
- Please note: You must be trained on RIDE Center equipment before utilizing "Drop In" hours for project development.
Interested in an internship or work study?
The RIDE Center is always looking for interested students who want to gain new skills while adding to their resume. Apply for a position today!
Contact Us
Lamis Jarvinen, Ph.D.
Executive Director, Research, Innovation, Design, and Entrepreneurial Center
Parenzo 110
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Grace S. Templeton
Coordinator, Research Innovation, Design & Entrepreneurial Center
Parenzo 110
