Come check out our studio to explore cutting-edge technology and how you can incorporate them for your research and instruction across the Social Sciences. Our goal is to foster a community of scholars driven by curiosity and a desire to implement new and exciting tools that push the creative boundaries of academia. We are located in Public Affairs Room 2035 and are open for scheduled visits!
The BRIDGE innovation studio is equipped with Virtual Reality Headsets. Collaborative Tools. Drones. 3D Scanners. a 3D Printer.
Services We Provide
We support teaching, research, and strategic exploration through the applied use of emerging technologies.
Instructional Support
Designing curriculum that moves beyond slides while staying pedagogically grounded and technologically advanced.
Consultations
We provide strategic guidance and advice on tools, workflows, and implementation pathways – taking you from idea to executable roadmap.
Research Support
Prototyping new methods for complex questions by providing technical infrastructure for exploratory research.
Workshops & Training
We provide skill-building workshops & training on emerging technologies and enhance learning outcomes through hands-on practice.
You can check out our full services menu, fill out the form below to reserve the space, or schedule a time for a consultation.
Coming Soon
Resources
Drone
Extended Reality
Unreal Engine Megagrant (ongoing for VR applications)

Blending Research and Instruction in Data-Generated Environments
The intent behind creating an additional node on our campus’s diverse network of research labs is to replicate the collaborative working model that progresses interdisciplinary research. We want to leverage the space as a safe environment to make mistakes, play with content, and inspire the next generation of data-driven social scientists. In the hopes of bridging the gaps of technical knowledge between faculty and students, and across our 18 departments, please consider partnering with us as we embark on this new journey together.
Current devices found in the lab:

- 1 HTC Vive Pro Eye
- 5 Oculus Quest 1’s
- 2 Oculus Quest 2’s
- 6 Oculus Quest 3s on loan via Dr. Angie Denisse Otiniano Verissimo













