Immersive Technology for Learning & Research in Higher Education

The IMMERSE center for immersive computing is a center on campus that is dedicated to supporting research, education, and infrastructure with immersive technologies – such as extended reality (XR) which includes virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR). Join us for this session to become familiar with how immersive technologies are being introduced into the campus IT ecosystem via IMMERSE and other campus units. 

About this event: 

Presenters:

  • James Planey, Assistant Director for Research, Siebel Center for Computer Science
  • Sebastian Kelle, Senior Instructional Designer, Siebel Center for Computer Science
  • Dejan Trencevski, IT Solutions Architect, IT Partners @ Gies

Track:

Hardware, Infrastructure, and Other Hands-On Technology

Experience Needed:

Beginner

Learning Outcome:

Audience will gain awareness of the new IMMERSE center on campus and other resources that are available on campus for immersive computing. Also, audience is welcome to join the presenters afterwards and try the VR and AR headsets hands-on.

Maximum Capacity:

No maximum capacity

Additional Keywords:

Immersive technology, extended reality, virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality

Time:

10 am November 12

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Locations:

  • Chancellor Ballroom
  • Zoom A