ORONO, Maine, April 29 -- University of Maine issued the following news release:

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Tim Goodell discovered a passion for 3D printing when he started making face shields for health care workers - while still in high school.

"At the time, I 3D printed face shields because health care workers were having an issue with PPE (personal protective equipment)," Goodell said. "That really started it for me. Making things from my computer come to real life is pretty awesome."

Upon arriving at the University of Maine, Goodell was searching for a space where he could continue his hobby while meeting friends when he found the 3D Printing Club. Now as a junior, he serves as the club's vice president with an assortment of skil...