students wearing VR headsets sitting around a large square table in the Innovation Studio

Innovation Studio

Visit the Innovation Studio, a premier campus space for introductory hands-on exploration of the latest technologies impacting teaching and learning including generative AI, virtual and augmented reality, 3D printing, 360 photography, gaming, and more. 

Strategically located in room 172 of the Armory Building, the Innovation Studio is open to everyone - students, faculty, staff, and the public – FREE OF CHARGE! Everyone is welcome to explore, innovate, and learn emerging technologies during our open hours on Mondays & Tuesdays 12-4pm. 

The Innovation Studio hosts university course visits, tours, RSOs, events, research, individual consultations, and much more! If you'd like to schedule a course visit, one-on-one consultation, tour, or other event, please click on the “Contact Us” button below. 

In addition to many long-standing collaborations with university colleges and faculty, we’ve partnered with several student groups to help support their missions including Illinois Business Council and Illini Esports.

Technology on Display

  • Extended | Virtual Reality with Oculus Rift S (11), Meta Quest 3 (11)
  • 3D Printing with Prusa i3 Mk3S+
  • Laser Cutting with Glowforge Basic
  • Alienware Gaming Computers (10)
  • Cricut Vinyl Cutting Machine
  • 360° Camera with Insta 360 X4
  • 3D Scanning with Structure
  • Gaming and Esports with Nintendo Switch, Playstation 4, and Illini Esports