Urbana Campus Research Calendar (OVCRI)

Please join us for a presentation and discussion with Amber Holkenbrink, Principal Experience Designer at Respawn Wisconsin. Amber Holkenbrink is a Principal Experience Designer currently working on Apex Legends. She has worked in the game industry for over 16 years and has contributed to the art, animation, and design of more than 30 titles.

Join SBSI Director Eva Pomerantz for a lunch and conversation with social & behavioral science assistant professors. Lunch will be provided, and attendees’ questions will drive the discussion, with topics ranging from building a research program and navigating tenure to mentoring, work-life balance, and how SBSI can support early-career faculty.

Join us for our December industry event with special Guest Speaker Shad Bradbury, Animator with Pixar Animations Studios. Shad Bradbury has worked in animation for over 20 years. He has worked at studios like Pixar, Sony, Tippet, and Rhythm and Hues. Some of his better known credits include, "Elio", "Coco", "Finding Dory", "Inside Out", and "Hotel Transylvania."