Theme: Digital Storytelling, Alum Engagement, Virtual Event Design.

Research Contribution:

• Inquiry Focus: How can immersive media enhance institutional storytelling and community pride
• Disciplines: Visual communication, Media arts, Community engagement
• Outputs: Spatial.io VR spaces, Campus story curation, Alum interaction metrics

Engagement for New Students:

• Design or curate Huskie-themed virtual rooms
• Write or record stories tied to campus culture and student life
• Gain confidence while representing NIU in a visible public project