Dr. Gordon Carlson of the Communication Studies department at Fort Hays State University in Hays, KS is leading three communication students in a exciting new project this semester. The students participating include senior, Drew Waecther of Ulysses, KS,  junior, Marcella McCluskey of Great Bend, KS, and myself, senior Lexi Copeland of Hays, KS. 

We will be experimenting with 3D technology in an effort to discover its usefulness in an academic arena. Visualizing concepts and communication theories will be our main focus, with the help of 3-dimensional printing and software called Leodar3Do. This software allows for the creation of 3D virtual objects, while the printer has the capabilities to print the objects into tangible models. Our objective is to see how these technologies could aid universities when it comes to teaching complex topics.

We will be reporting our progress throughout the semester here and will have the opportunity to present our work at the Central States Communication Association's "Elevate" Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota on April 5th.
The use of this cutting edge technology puts Fort Hays State University into a league of future education development that is worth being aware of.