Contact Information
IDEA Lab Team
idea@rrcc.edu
Brittney Tafoya, MFA
IDEA Lab Coordinator
James Koerner, MA
Director of Innovation and Engagemen
Meet Our Team
Name: Brittney Tafoya
Title: IDEA Lab Makerspace Coordinator
Degrees: M.F.A. Creative Writing, B.A. English
What got me interested in the IDEA Lab: I have always enjoyed creative, hands-on learning.
Things I can help with: Project brainstorming, project management, organizing events, connecting students and departments with one another to aid in cross-departmental projects
Personal Interests/Hobbies: Game writing (narrative writing), crocheting amigurumi
Name: James Koerner
Title: Director of Innovation & Engagement
Degrees: M.A. Education, B.A. English
What got me interested in the IDEA Lab: I am constantly impressed by students' creativity! I enjoy helping students work out the behind-the-scenes logistics needed to bring their ideas to life.
Things I can help with: Organizing events, collaborating with classes/clubs/teams, ordering supplies needed for the IDEA Lab, transfer opportunities
Personal Interests/Hobbies: Songwriting, music production, sports
Name: Ian Cameron
Position: IDEA Lab Assistant
Current Program: Associate of Engineering Science
What got me interested in the IDEA Lab: I really like engineering, and I love helping others find the spark of engineering love.
Things I can help with: Electronics, Arduino, Coding, Woodworking, Design Process
Personal Interests/Hobbies: Building projects, tinkering, rock climbing
Name: Ronald Chu
Position: IDEA Lab Assistant
Degree: Associate of Engineering Science
Current Program: Taking Classes for Pre-Med Track
What got me interested in the IDEA Lab: I was given an opportunity to work at the lab by the recommendation of a professor for my coursework in the Intro to Engineering Design class. I really liked the problem-solving aspect of this class, and it led to my desire to pursue engineering as a career. The lab harbored many engineering resources – such as 3D printing and Arduino – that immediately captured my attention. More creative projects like the aquaponic fish tank and the moss wall gave me a deep impression of the lab. This inspiring environment filled with motivated individuals led to my interest and stay in the amazing place we call the IDEA Lab.
Things I can help with: Laser cutting, 3D Printing, Arduinos, Soldering
Personal Interests/Hobbies: Doodling, gacha games, Zumba, listening to any genre of Asian pop
Name: Caleb Johnson
Current program: Associate of Engineering Science
What got me interested in the IDEA Lab: I spent a lot of time in the Idea Lab when I started in the Space Grant Club and during my second project. I loved everything about it and knew the Idea Lab well enough, so I decided to join and help it grow!
Things I can help with: Woodworking, setting up for 3D Printing (Ultimaker Cura and low-level operation), Arduinos, mechanical engineering
Personal Interests/Hobbies: Space, Legos, talking about cool projects, gardening, hiking, video games, anime
About Red Rocks Community College: We are a two-year college with two beautiful campuses located in Lakewood and Arvada. With the help of our supportive learning community of faculty and staff, we offer flexible online, weekend, self-paced, accelerated and traditional classes that transfer easily to any four-year college in Colorado. RRCC is a community college that provides degrees and certificates for new or returning students, and concurrent enrollment for high school students since 1969.
