Our newest addition to the IT staff is no stranger to the campus. Andrew Arthur received his undergraduate degree from Ball State in 2020 and worked on the Design Team at the Digital Corps. After gaining real-world fabrication experience, Arthur found his way back to the University and now serves as the new Fabrications Lab Manager. 

He has always had a passion for crafting, which started at an early age when his grandpa taught him practical skills such as using tools. His dad, a mechanical engineer, also introduced him to drafting software, which furthered his interest in design. 

After taking art and drafting classes in high school and pursuing architecture at Ball State, Arthur’s experience at the Digital Corps allowed him to use various tools and creative outlets, leading him to realize that his true passion was making things, not necessarily becoming an architect. 

As an undergraduate student at the Digital Corps, Arthur discovered new technologies, including his first experience with 3D printing. Encouraged by a friend to join the Corps, he found it to be one of the most memorable experiences of his college career. The collaborative environment allowed him to focus on his design skills, work on real-world projects, and learn from the talented staff.  

“Returning to the Corps as the Fabrications Lab Manager felt like a natural fit, where he could apply his skills and passion for design while helping students explore the intersection of creativity and technology.” 

Arthur is excited to broaden access to the Fabrications Lab, making advanced tools available to students and faculty across campus. He hopes to support students in their projects and create learning opportunities that will foster adaptability. 

By improving training resources, increasing engagement with workshops, and integrating the Fab Lab into various curriculum, he hopes to build an inclusive environment where everyone can experience the excitement of design and fabrication. 

“My main goals are to improve our equipment training resources, improve engagement with workshops, and work with professors from every college to integrate the Fab Lab into their curriculum in relevant, non-traditional ways. I’m excited to get started!” Arthur said.