Jelena Hristov '27 XR Specialist majoring in Computer Science BS. In addition to her work at Studio X, Jelena is also doing research on the DeFake project at the Rochester Institute of technology as a User Experience researchers. She is especially interested in cybersecurity and privacy policies. In her free time she likes snorkeling, listening to music and watching horror movies.
Aadi Rajbhandary (‘26) is an XR Specialist majoring in Computer Science and Psychology. She is particularly interested in the intersection of XR and art, exploring how it can enhance the art viewing experience. In addition to her work at Studio X, Aadi is a member of the Gallery Curation Committee, collaborating with Hartnett Gallery. In her free time, she enjoys drawing, reading, and thrifting.
With this entry, I’m wrapping up my third summer in a row working at the library! All of them have been spent working primarily on Aurum VR, an interdisciplinary project between Studio X and the Robbins Library, where we use primary texts from the Robbins's collection to recreate an alchemical lab in virtual reality.
Caleb Kohn-Blank ('25) is an XR Specialist. He is majoring in Digital Media Studies and is from Brooklyn, NY. He is passionate about XR and its ability to create unique and innovative fun experiences. In addition to working at Studio X, he is a part of the UX Club, and in his free time likes to read, craft, and play video games.
Hammer Chen is a photographer at Studio X. Through his photography, he looks to capture humanity in the everyday. Hammer's photographs have been exhibited in NYC, Rochester, and Glasgow. At Studio X, Hammer is part of the Marketing Team mainly focusing on photographing different events.
Sarah Bernstein ’26 is a Marketing Assistant for Studio X. As a Computer Science and Digital Media Studies double major, pursuing the UX certificate, she has developed a passion for the intersections between design, tech, HCI, and education. In her free time, Sarah enjoys singing, playing guitar, and hanging out with friends.
Earl L. Bumagat '26 is a junior in the Class of 2026 and is from Los Angeles, CA, he's majoring in Digital Media Studies and double minoring in Business and Studio Arts. He likes social media, doodling, exploring the world through fun adventures, and making people smile!
He aspires to work in the communications field in NYC post-grad. He also like to be involved on campus so you might see him in Class Council, SA Government, Filipino-American Students’ Association, or Student Activities Board while I’m not in Studio X.He's super excited to join this team
An intentional encounter with the decorations of Rush Rhees Library brought two students to the University Archives, in search of a book. You can read about their search for knowledge and what they found here.
The Undergraduate Research Initiative Award is an annual accolade that celebrates outstanding achievements in the early phases of undergraduate research. This annual award acknowledges students who demonstrate exceptional initiative, curiosity, and engagement in their research endeavors.
