The Babson Ceramic Studio Fall 2026 Session runs from September 14 – November 20.

Please note 2 major changes that went into effect last semester:

·         Users must attend orientation no later than one week after the studio opens.  If you have not attended orientation by September 21, your spot will be forfeited without refund. 

·         This is a shared community space. All users are required to participate in a 30-minute studio cleaning session at the end of the semester.

To help cover some of the costs of materials and operating the studio, registration fees will be increasing this year, on a tiered system:

Babson students - $100

Olin and Wellesley students - $150

Babson faculty and staff - $150

Olin and Wellesley faculty and staff - $200

This registration fee covers the cost of studio use, materials, and labor to maintain the studio for the semester.  Supplies and staffing provided are based on moderate use of the studio and materials and not large volume production, personal or otherwise.  Users who are working at a high-level of output beyond personal use may be asked to provide or purchase additional materials as approved by the Ceramics Studio Manager. If violations are deemed egregious, the user may lose their membership to the studio with no refund of the membership fee.

To maintain best practices for safety and cleanliness in the studio, all users are required to attend an orientation session and sign a user agreement prior to using the studio no later than September 21. Please note that card access will not be requested until completion of these steps has been confirmed with the BabsonARTS office. Except for scheduled events, the studio is accessible for general use via card access from 8am – 10pm daily. All users are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and adhering to the outlined practices of this studio and access is contingent on meeting these expectations.

Registration will be available on a tiered basis September 2-3, or until all available slots are filled.  Each member must register individually, and payment is due at registration.  For more information, please email ceramicstudio@babson.edu.  Please note that registration is only open to current Babson, Wellesley, and Olin students, faculty, and staff on a first come, first served basis.

Drop-in tutorials and workshops on basic skills and techniques are offered regularly throughout the semester for studio members. Studio monitors will be available to answer questions and provide support during their posted hours.

The Ceramics Studio accommodates 40 members and is highly sought-after, selling out each semester. While there are no minimum usage requirements, please keep this in consideration when registering and confirming your membership.  BabsonARTS staff will periodically assess individual usage and may inquire with members who do not utilize the studio for the majority of the semester.

The studio will be closed for a workshop Thursday, September 24, 4:00pm-8:00pm