Welcome to the ISPACE at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)!

At ISPACE, we are dedicated to fostering innovation and creativity across all disciplines. Our mission is to provide the CSULB community with cutting-edge technology and resources that inspire and enhance learning, research, and collaboration. We focus heavily on technology exposure in the hopes of inspiring you to explore technology more deeply and discover how it can be used in your teaching and learning.

Who We Are: ISPACE serves the entire CSULB campus community, including students, faculty, and staff. We are an interdisciplinary facility equipped with advanced machines and technology to support various innovative projects. Our highly skilled technical support staff is eager to help you explore these technologies; however, it’s important to remember that they are not teaching assistants

What We Offer: Our facility includes a 3D Print Lab, a 360° Theater, an XR Lab, and two Podcast Studios. These resources are available to all members of the CSULB community, providing opportunities for hands-on experiences and practical application of emerging technologies.

Why Technology Exposure Matters: Technology exposure in higher education is crucial for preparing students for academic success. Technology integration in higher education can lead to improved learning outcomes, increased student engagement, and better preparation for the workforce. 

Policies and Guidelines

  • ISPACE services are for educational purposes only.
  • All files and projects are reviewed before approval by the ISPACE staff. Proof of class assignments from appropriate faculty may be required.
  • Please check in at least 10 minutes before your scheduled appointment for all services.
  • Please contact ISPACE if you are more than 15 minutes late to avoid the cancellation of your appointment.
  • If you cannot make your appointment, please cancel your appointment no later than the day before your scheduled appointment date to free up the timeslot.

All projects are processed on a first-come basis and are subject to room and machine availability. To pick up your completed order at the CSULB Library Luxer One lockers, follow the steps below:

  1. Request a pickup by submitting the Innovation Space Service Request Form. Include the following required information:
    • Name, email address, and Campus ID of the requestor (e.g., Sam Sample, Sam.Sample@csulb.edu, 012345678)
    • Filename as uploaded to the I-Space using the service request form (e.g., Sam_Sample_mount.stl)
  2. Watch for our email notification with a code to retrieve your order at the CSULB Library Luxer One locker when it is ready for pickup. 
  3. Pick up your order at the lockers located outside the Library's main entrance. They are accessible 24/7.

Orders that are not picked up after 4 days will be removed. Please resubmit a new pickup order to reschedule. 

  • All finishing processes are the responsibility of the designer.
  • Finishing processes are not to be performed in ISPACE or Library.
  • Designers are advised to exercise caution when working on their projects.
  • Safety glasses and proper tools/equipment should be used when finishing and post-processing projects.

Any personal data collected is strictly for internal use only to facilitate the processing of files and communication with designers. No personal user information or data will be shared with third parties.

The U.S. Copyright Law (Title 17 U.S. Code) governs the making of copies or other reproductions of copyrighted material. The designer or person using the service is liable for any infringement.