The M.U. CRAFT CENTER
“The best creative resource on campus”
The Memorial Union Craft Center offers well equipped studios and classes in the following areas: Ceramics, Glass, B & W Photography, Woodworking, Fibers, Pen & Paper and Jewelry/Metals. Membership is open to OSU students, faculty, staff and the general public. All levels are welcome from beginner to advanced. Classes are taught by skilled artists & craft persons, with an emphasis on quality small group instruction and individual attention. Come learn, explore and create in a warm and friendly environment!

The Craft Center is sponsored in part by OSU student fees and generous donations from MUCC members...thanks for your support.

• Craft Center Manager
  - Susan Bourque
• Craft Center Assistant Manager
  - Hannah Kurtz

Mission Statement
The mission of the Memorial Union Craft Center is to support and promote a creative outlet of expression for students and the other members of the University community by providing a dynamic environment, resources and arts programs in which people can foster their own creativity.

History
The Craft Center began in the nearly 1970’s with a handful of students in a small basement room off the MU Ballroom; jewelry & lapidary were popular crafts at this time. The Craft Centers popularity prompted an expansion and move to a new location in the MU East/Snell Hall in 1977; increasing it square footage to 4,600 square feet of space. Many new programs were offered; most popular was the addition of ceramics and photography. Yet another expansion occurred in 1996, occupying what had been The Gallery, a former eatery, into what we refer to as our South Classroom.

Today, the Craft Center comprises 7000 square feet of artist studio space, offering programs in: ceramics, black & white and digital photography, textiles (weaving, sewing & spinning), silk screening glass, flameworking, jewelry & metal work, woodworking and matting area. We are open 7 days a week, offering over 2,500 hours of formal classes and workshops per year. In addition, the Craft Center offers 57 hours open studio time per week to its members.

Supplies for Sale:
For your convenience, the Craft Center has a selection of arts & craft supplies for sale. A more complete list and prices are available at the front desk.

• Stained Glass, and Fusing Glass Tools & Supplies
• Borosilicate Glass Rods, Soft Glass and Lampworking Supplies
• B & W Photo Papers, Film & Misc. Supplies & Digital Printing
• Stoneware, Porcelain, and Terra Cotta Clay
• Jewelry Supplies
• Silkscreen Supplies
• Plain Cotton T-shirts
• Assorted Yarn
• Woodshop Supplies, Sandpaper, Blades, Etc.
• Gift Certificates are available too!

• Find us!
  
• Current Class Schedule
  Listing for all of our current courses
  (ceramics, woodworking, glass, photography and more)
  
• Class Registration Form
  Printable form for course sign-ups
  
• Membership Information
  Info on costs, facilities, and available tools
  
• Button Production Services
  Finished buttons are 2 ¼” with pin backings
  
• Holiday Market Place Application Form

June 12, 2009 & continues until classes begin or fill

Beginning June 27 – Aug. 30, 2009
Mon. to Fri. 1 - 10 PM, Sat. & Sun. 11 AM - 5 PM

June 22- 26 and Aug. 31-Sept. 4, 2009
Monday to Friday 1 - 6 PM

TThe Craft Center is a membership organization. We count on all members to help keep the studios clean and tidy. Please take the time to clean your space after use, so that it is ready for the next member. If you are aware of broken, dangerous or missing equipment, please report it to the Craft Center desk staff so that the problem can be remedied. In order to assure quality control, all clay must be purchased from the Craft Center. Please note: the use of Darkroom chemicals will require a Day Pass. The photo day pass price is listed under Fees and posted at the Front Desk. In partnership with the University’s mission to promote campus wellness and healthy living, the Craft Center will not support the making of smoking paraphernalia. We are an educational and recreational resource for amateurs; those creating multiple items for sale are encouraged to set up their own studios.

Members 17 & Under
Members under the age of 18 must have their parents or guardians sign a liability waiver before they can obtain a Craft Center membership. If a member under the age of 16 wishes to take a class, permission from the instructor must first be given.

Refund Policy
No refunds or credits will be given/processed after 5pm on Fridays; please inquire about these during our other hours of operation.

Locker Rental
The Craft Center is not responsible for theft or loss and/or damage to locker contents. Please renew locker and membership by 5 PM of the last day of finals week. All items left in un-renewed lockers are considered abandoned and require a $5.00 retrieval fee. After one term the contents become property of the Craft Center and will not be available to its original owner. All clay left in the lockers after the end of the term will be recycled.

Liability Waiver
The Craft Center provides access to tools and equipment that may cause personal bodily injury. To reduce the danger and possibility of injury, the Craft Center requires you to attend an orientation for the studio that you plan to use. These classes are mandatory and free to Craft Center Members. The Craft Center works to keep all its equipment in good and safe working condition. If you see any dangerous situations, please report them to the Craft Center desk staff, so that they can be corrected. Members ultimately must accept full responsibility for their actions. This includes reimbursing other members for damage to their property. Members are responsible for replacing tools or equipment damaged by their misuse. Membership may be revoked with no refund for dangerous actions or abusive actions towards other members or staff. The Craft Center is not responsible for members personal tools, materials or projects left out in the studios.

Day Passes
Day passes are available to those registered in workshops or recent prior members who are familiar with Craft Center policies, practices and use of tools & equipment. Some exceptions may be granted; studio restrictions apply. A day pass is required for Darkroom chemical use.

Payment Options
The Craft Center accepts cash, checks and the following credit cards: Visa or Mastercard.
Friday evenings after 5pm only cash or checks are accepted.
Please Note: The Craft Center does not accept Student ID Cards for payments.

• OSU Students: $30 membership per term
• OSU Faculty/Staff: $50 membership per term
• General Public: $60 membership per term
• Day Pass:
  • $12 for workshops (some studio restrictions apply)
  • $ 5 for darkroom use & chemical set up
• Locker/Wood Bin Rental: $5 per term

After 5 PM and Weekends:
You may park FREE in any student or staff lot. Please note: Members can expect parking difficulties during home football games.
Before 5 PM:
There are no free lots on campus. A free shuttle stops at most parking areas on campus approx. every 15 minutes. The shuttle runs 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM, Monday - Friday during the academic year. Visitor parking permits are available from OSU Parking Services for $5 per day and there are Pay & Display Stations in most Visitor lots. Free street parking within walking distance may be available East of Kerr Administration Building.
Loading Zone:
There is a 15 minute loading zone at the Craft Center that is free at any time, but the time limit is strictly enforced.

• Half-n-Half Ceramics
• Advanced Wheel Throwing
• Low Fire Tile Making Class
• Drawing & Painting Landscapes
• Metalsmithing/Jewelry
• Spring Fused Glass Workshop
• Two Stained Glass Stepping Stones Workshops
• Soft Glass Lampworking: Beginner/Intermediate Level