Stop by our table for a cup of hot cocoa ☕❤️!
Also, be sure to pre-order custom Python-coded digital Valentine's Day messages .
We're raising money for a conference trip to Harvard University and would greatly appreciate your support .
General Interest Meeting for Women's Club Lacrosse
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the magic of Nollywood! Enjoy some popular Nigerian games with friends! Snacks and drinks will be provided for a cozy, fun-filled night
Are you looking for state-of-the-art facilities that will foster your physical and digital creations? If so, you’re in luck! Ignite is home to not just one, but two hubs for bringing your ideas to reality - and they’re completely free for students to use.
Located on the first floor of the ERC, the Dorf Makerspace is the domain for all kinds of physical design! Get ready to prototype your ideas with 3D printers, laser engravers, glass fusion technology, vinyl heat presses, soldering equipment, and so much more.
Is digital content creation and your forte? Found on the ERC’s second floor, the Makers’ Loft features digital cameras, editing software, VR equipment, sewing machines, commercial-grade drones, and more “clean making” technology!
Each year, Clarkson’s most talented and versatile students have the chance to become Maker Mentors: student workers who manage both Makerspace facilities, engage with visitors, and demonstrate a distinct passion for creativity through all that they do.
When Lindsay McCarthy (AeroE ‘27) became a Maker Mentor in the summer of 2024, she knew that it was the perfect opportunity to advance her academic and extracurricular pursuits in a distinctly Clarkson way. A member of the Honors Program, she was no stranger to innovation and continued achievement.
Within months of joining the Ignite family, Lindsay had become the go-to expert on all things glass fusion and sticker-making. Through projects with visiting students, fellow Maker Mentors, and other members of the Clarkson community, her leadership skills had an impact that mattered.
For Maker Mentors, working at the Makerspace isn’t just about having a part-time job; it’s also an exciting opportunity for personal growth, real-world experience, and unique personal expression. No Maker Mentor is the same, but each and every one is the ideal definition of what Clarkson students represent.
Lindsay’s favorite part of working for Ignite? Becoming part of “an incredible community of innovators and lifelong friends.”
If it looks cool, it was probably made at the Dorf Makerspace.
Cameras, drones, and editing software galore - all of your digital creation needs can be found at the Makers’ Loft.
Ever see a 3D print farm in action? With the nearly 30 3D printers found in the Dorf Makerspace, you can do just that!
If you like to sew and crochet, the equipment in the Makers’ Loft will be right up your alley.
The vinyl heat press in the Dorf Makerspace can be used to adorn t- shirts with any design you have.
Don’t worry if you have a question - a Maker Mentor will always be available to help out.
It’s hard to find Santino Martinelli (MechE / AeroE ‘25, center in picture) without a drone in hand. Whether studying in class, exploring the North Country, or hanging out with friends, drones are always nearby - and for good reason. You never know when the perfect moment to capture something amazing will arise!
For Santino, drones are more than a hobby; they’re a powerful way to channel his passion and ambitions in the world of Aerospace Engineering. So when the opportunity arose to create a “Learn to Fly” drone program in the Makerspace, there was no doubt that he was the perfect person to lead the charge.
Now the Graduate Fellow for the Makerspace and Makers' Loft, Santino has become a trusted guide and role model for digitally-inclined students. From advice on content creation to technical drone expertise, his skills and experience have made a lasting impact on the Clarkson community and the Makerspace as a whole.
This journey is just one of many inspiring stories that Ignite is proud to share. Through academic excellence and unwavering leadership, Maker Mentors consistently make dynamic and meaningful contributions across the entire Clarkson campus. Perhaps you will be the next to join this versatile community.
Santino’s thoughts on his experience with the Makerspace? “Over the past few years, I’ve had the time of my life with Ignite. I’ll miss that time when I’m gone.”
Don’t worry if you don’t know a particular form of making - weekly workshops at the Makerspace will teach you everything you’ll want to learn.
Who doesn’t like free items? As long as they’re safe and appropriate, you can print 3D models to your heart’s content, at zero cost. Start developing your ideas now!
It won’t be surprising if a course ends up in the Makerspace during a lecture. What better way to make your hands-on project is there?
For on-campus clubs and organizations, customized merch is only an email away! CUSTOM Lab, a student-run business within Ignite, is here for your every need.
During Career Fairs, it’s common to see industry veterans and company representatives in the Makerspace, searching for interns and new hires.
Current students aren’t the only ones who can use the Makerspace! Alumni are always encouraged to return during special events and whenever they’d like.
What’s next for Ignite? A bright future filled with innovation, entrepreneurship, and all things creativity. Stay tuned!
Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program (McNair)
Increases the number of economically disadvantaged and historically underrepresented students (as defined by the U.S. Department of Education) entering graduate school and obtaining their PhD.
Eligibility: First-generation college students from a low-income background OR a member of a group that is underrepresented in graduate education as defined by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident, 2.8 GPA or higher sophomore or junior undergraduate.
Funding: A TRiO program funded by the U.S. Department of Education & Clarkson University
Genesis is a junior studying biochemistry at Utica University. She works under Dr. Sitamaran Krishnan in the chemical engineering department. Her research focuses on developing novel composites with enhanced mechanical properties.
After graduation, Genesis plans on pursuing a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Nathaniel is a college student at Clarkson University majoring in Aerospace engineering. He will be entering his senior year and has been spending the summer doing research under Dr. Craig Merrett within the Aero-Servo-Thermo-Visco Lab with funding from the McNair program.
The goal of his research was to determine whether the underlying assumptions typically made when designing metal Isogrid structures apply to composite and 3D printed Isogrid cylinders. His research consisted of reading a plethora of existing literature on other research regarding the topic and designing Isogrid cylinders to be analyzed and tested to failure to complete his research goal. He learned a lot within the 10 weeks he spent going through the McNair program and has decided to pursue a PhD in aerospace engineering.
His hobbies include video games and fishing.
Nina Pluviose, a native of East Flatbush, NYC, is currently pursuing a psychology major with a sociology minor at St. Francis College. She is enrolled in a dual degree BA/MA program and expects to graduate with a Bachelor's in psychology and a Master's in Applied Behavioral Psychology by 2025.
This past summer, Nina worked in Dr. Andreas Wilke’s Evolution and Cognition Lab, supported by an ongoing NSF grant.
Nina currently serves as the president of her Psi Chi Honor Society chapter. In her leisure time, Nina finds joy in singing along to musicals, listening to music, enjoying matcha, and indulging in anime, k-dramas, and c-dramas. She can often be found taking leisurely walks, appreciating nature, or capturing the beauty of flowers through photography.
Matthias is from Rochester, New York, and works under Dr. Ka Ho Leung in his biochemistry research lab as an organic chemist. Currently, he is working on the synthesis of a novel probe for use in live cell fluorescent imaging.
Matthias plans to pursue a PhD in chemistry after graduating from Clarkson University.
In his free time, Matthias enjoys playing musical instruments and table-top RPG’s. Matthias is currently the vice president the American Chemical Society (ACS) at Clarkson University.
Danielle hails from the Bronx in New York. She is a Junior Psychology major at Clarkson University. This past summer, she worked with Dr. Zhang in the cultural psychology lab on a study focused on examining the effects of stigmatization, racial profiling and stereotypes on the occurrence of intimate partner violence (IPV) within households of people of color (POC).
Through research, she aims to contribute valuable insight to the field and promote a safer and more inclusive society for all. She intends to pursue a masters in Clinical School Psychology and hopes to go to Yeshiva University to obtain a doctorate. She is involved in many aspects of campus life.
Born in Endicott NY, Zachary Diefendorf is a rising sophomore double majoring in chemistry and applied mathematics and statistics at Clarkson university.
This summary Zachary worked in a lab researching optically active nanomaterials under the supervision of Melissa King, where they worked on the stabilization of gold nanoparticles in agarose gel for soil and groundwater detection of PFAS and other water contaminants.
After graduation Zachary intends to pursue a PhD in chemistry from UC Berkeley.
Citlaly Hernandez is a rising senior studying biochemistry at Montclair State University in New Jersey.
Currently, Citlaly is conducting research under Dr. Kaho Leung at Clarkson University. Her research consists of evaluating the pH sensitivity of metal-organic fluorophores. Citlaly plans on pursuing a PhD in Biochemistry, with her dream graduate school being New York University and Yale University.
In her free time, Citlaly enjoys weight training and going to the beach.
Jenay Bartlett is from Albany NY. She is currently a senior attending SUNY at Albany and majoring in Psychology.
This summer, she researched the effects that combined training during vestibular rehabilitation has on motor learning and retention with Dr. Appiah-Kubi. Going forward, Jenay plans on pursuing a PhD in Clinical Psychology.
In her free time, she enjoys doing yoga, exploring new places, and writing.
Jamal McPherson is a rising junior majoring in Mechanical Engineering hailing from Clinton, Maryland. As a participant in the McNair Program, he is working under the guidance of Associate Professor Kevin Fite and Assistant Professor Masdul Imtiaz to develop an Autonomous AI Robotic Prosthesis for amputees.
He plans to pursue a master's degree in Aerospace Engineering with a concentration in Space System Engineering. Additionally, Jamal is an active member of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), the Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (FSAE), and the Community of Underrepresented Professionals (CUPO). In his spare time, he enjoys music, drawing, and dancing.
Cayden is a rising senior, studying chemical engineering at Clarkson. Working with both Dr. Taylor and the Shipp research groups, Cayden is focusing on two projects: modeling carbon capture methods with ionic liquids and tuning the mechanical properties of poly methacrylic anhydride.
Cayden plans on pursuing a PhD in chemical engineering at any other university than Clarkson.
Ta’Janay was born and raised in Waterbury, CT: She came to Potsdam, NY to major in Mechanical Engineering at Clarkson University. She is going into her junior year.
For her summer research, Ta’Janay is creating 3D models of luge suspensions to predict how the sled steers as a function of rider input, working with Prof. Brian Helenbrook.
Currently, the only hobby she’s been partaking in is reading.
Christian Choy, from Aptos, CA, is an rising senior with a focus in molecular biology at Clarkson University.
For the 2024 Summer Research Program, Choy studied zebrafish as a model organism for intestinal development and disease research. Current efforts have been directed towards the investigation of notch signaling pathways on the formation of BEST4+ cells. A recently discovered cell-type in zebrafish and human intestines and is believed to play a major role in intestinal health, including pH regulation and mucus hydration
Lia Cox was born in Niskayuna, NY, on November 9, 2004, to Brett Robert Cox and Saskia Keppert-Cox. She lived briefly in Gröbming, Austria, before moving back to Rotterdam, NY, where she has resided ever since. As of June 2024, Lia is a rising junior at Clarkson University, pursuing a dual degree in Chemistry and Biochemistry.
This summer, she is involved in research on the cGAS-STING Cytosolic DNA sensing pathway, specifically studying how the G4-Quadruplex impacts this pathway under Dr. Modi Wang. Lia plans to attend Northern University for grad school to earn her PhD in pharmaceuticals or Biochemistry and hopes to work at Eli Lilly or Regeneron afterward.
She enjoys skiing, hiking, and spending time with friends and family and aims to learn new skills, including gardening when she becomes a homeowner.
Kouboura, originally from Sudan, moved to the US at age five and grew up in Utica, NY. She is currently a senior majoring in Chemical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics.
Under Dr. Krishnan's mentorship in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, her research focuses on the photoanode active area's impact on the current-voltage characteristics of dye-sensitized solar cells.
After completing her undergraduate studies, Kouboura plans to pursue a master’s degree in Cosmetic Science at the University of Cincinnati's James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy.
In her free time, she enjoys working on personal art projects.
Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP)
Increases the number of historically underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students pursuing careers in STEM or licensed professions.
Eligibility: New York State resident. Economically disadvantaged or underrepresented in a STEM major or intends to enter a licensed profession.
Funding: NYS Department of Education and Clarkson University
Niyogushima Nuru was born in Tanzania and came to the United States in 2007, living in Syracuse NY. She came to Potsdam, NY to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Biomolecular Science and is currently a Junior.
Niyogushima is working with Clarkson Biochemistry and Proteomics Laboratories under the supervision of Dr. Costel C, Darie. She is working on proteomic analysis of hormone-negative breast cancer in comparison to controls to identify possible biomarkers.
Niyogushima wants to pursue a PhD in Biochemistry and Biomedical Science. Her ultimate dream school is Johns Hopkins University.
She loves to sing, cook, play soccer and volleyball, and spend time with friends and family.
Nas Nfaoui was born in Italy and raised in Morocco before moving to the US shortly after the COVID pandemic to continue his studies.
He is currently a sophomore at Clarkson University, majoring in Electrical Engineering. This summer, he worked in Dr. Chen Liu’s lab, developing an autonomous navigation robot using LiDAR sensors to navigate and avoid obstacles. Nas is undecided about pursuing a Master's or PhD but is committed to further education.
Outside of academics, he enjoys reading, watching funny videos, swimming, and playing volleyball. He is also passionate about underwater robotics and serves as the Director of Memberships for the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers.
Alisha is from Brooklyn, NY. She is a sophomore at Clarkson University studying Environmental Science and Sustainability. Alisha has been working with Dr. Andrea Ferro on low-cost air quality sensors that will be deployed in the Saint Regis Mohawk Reservation.
Alisha is interested in pursuing her PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering and has a dream goal of doing research in Antarctica.
First general body meeting of the semester
From to at SC 160.
