The University of Arizona and the Norton School of Human Ecology proudly provide all students with access to the Lundgren Consumer Science Lab. Made possible by a generous gift from Terry and Tina Lundgren and supported by partners including Adobe, Amoobi, Mashgin, Planalytics and UCATT, the lab is designed to transform consumer science education, digital creation, and academic research. It features a state-of-the-art retail learning environment with virtual reality, digital maker tools, in-store tracking technology, and advanced display systems– giving students hands-on experience with real-world retail innovations.
Digital Makerspace & Creator Corner
The most powerful force in retail marketing is now Influencers-- many of whom are UA students. The LCS Lab's Digital Makerspace or Creator Corner offers a free resource space for all UA students, faculty, and staff that includes:
The image shows students using the computers, recording a podcast, and conducting an interview.
- A video/podcasting set for up to four people
- Professional lighting
- Equipment checkout for lighting and audio kits
- A photogrammetry station for 3D photography and product rendering
- Staffing by UCATT students to assist users with resources and enhancing content via the Adobe Creative Cloud tools.
Housed within The Lundgren Consumer Sciences Lab, the space functions as a multidisciplinary consumer lab, offering a Makerspace for creating Influencers content, podcasts, vlogcasts, a photogrammetry station for product photography/digital twinning (including 3D capabilities), space for “pop-up” commerce and a digital twin environment for VR experiences. All students, faculty and staff are welcome by appointment.
To schedule equipment rental pick-ups, a tour, or to reserve podcasting space, use our Lundgren Lab Calendly page.
Location
Lundgren Consumer Science Lab at the McClelland Park Building, 650 N Park Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719, Room 102
Hours
Note: Subject to the availability of student employees.
Monday: 9 am - 12 pm
Tuesday: 9 am - 12 pm
Wednesday: 9 am - 12 pm
Thursday: 9 am - 12 pm
Friday: 10 am - 12 pm
Saturday/Sunday: Closed
Equipment Checkout
- Pick up your requested equipment from the Lundgren Consumer Science Lab.
- Return the equipment.
Focus Groups
The Lundgren Consumer Science Lab can also be reserved for focus groups and research projects. Focus groups bring together participants to provide feedback and insights on products, services, concepts, or research topics in a collaborative setting.
To reserve the lab for a focus group or research project, please email Michelle Petty at michellepetty@arizona.edu.