Voices of XR: Carl Domingo

Carl Domingo is the Global Student Programs Manager at Unity, working to support student communities. While studying game development at RIT and later working at Major League Hacking, he witnessed the rise of future tech leaders at hackathons all around the world. Carl has spent several years helping students and others discover their potential and empowering them. He will discuss how XR is used across different industries and how people can get started in their careers.

Voices of XR: Hyphen-Labs

Ece Tankal and Carmen Aguilar y Wedge, cofounders of Hyphen-Labs, will discuss several projects that examine the concept of immersion and blending the digital and physical worlds. Hyphen Labs is an award-winning international collective of women with a base in London, UK. Their projects oscillate between technology, design, science, and futurism to challenge conventions and stimulate conversations.

Miles Vilke


Miles Vilke ’24 is an XR Specialist for Studio X. As a digital media studies major pursuing a UX certificate, he has grown a passion for multi-medial projects through UX design, 3D modeling, sound design, and more. In his free time, Miles enjoys playing video games with his friends, reading, watching movies and TV, and video editing

Rachel Smith


Hey there, my name is Rachel and I earned my degree in film and media studies at UC Santa Barbara. Currently, I’m a first-year student in the marriage and family therapy program at UR. I’ve always been passionate about channeling my creativity, whether it’s through contributions to campus magazines or crafting vibrant display boards at Trader Joe’s. During my free time, you can often find me running along the river, walking my dog around campus, or transforming an ordinary class presentation into a creative masterpiece

Gayatri Shetty


Gayatri Shetty is an XR Specialist for Studio X. She is majoring in digital media studies and computer science and is from New Jersey. She is interested in pursuing HCI and exploring XR technologies. She usually spends her free time reading, hiking, and watching sitcoms.

Liv Ritz


I am Liv Ritz! I’m a current junior in the Class of 2025, studying business on a marketing track. My post-grad career aspirations are to

Mila Paymukhina


Hey everyone! My name is Mila, and I’m the Karp XR Developer at Studio X. I’m a senior at UR majoring in computer science and psychology. I’m also an international student from Russia, and prior to coming to study in the U.S., I lived in Armenia for two years studying at UWC Dilijan. On campus, I’m a part of the climbing team, Girls Who Code, and sailing team. 

Dustin Paden


Dustin ’24 is a designer for Studio X. He is majoring in digital media studies, psychology, and studio arts plus pursuing a UX certificate. Dustin is passionate about digital technologies, playing cello, painting, and rock climbing.

Josh Jones


I am a junior (class of 2025) majoring in business and brain & cognitive sciences. I’m from Long Island, NY, but I’ve been raised around the world in places like Australia and India. I’m really into the future of brain technology and am always up to learning something new. I make sure to take time for myself by playing badminton and hanging out with friends. 

Liz Hogrefe


Hi, my name is Liz! I’m a senior majoring in English with minors in Digital Media Studies and Computer Science. I’m interested in game design and development, which I look forward to doing more of in Studio X as part of our Aurum project. On campus, I’m also WRUR’s FM Programming Director and have hosted a college radio show since freshman year. You can usually find me somewhere comfortable on campus, making elaborate playlists or sketching all over my notes.

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