April 07, 2025

Discover the world of programming in immersive environments at Mizzou’s extended reality hackathon.

At Mizzou Engineering, learning isn’t a spectator sport. Here, students get first-hand experience in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with help from industry professionals.

The Mizzou Virtual Reality Organization (MUVR) will host TigerVerse, an annual extended reality (XR) hackathon, April 25-27. Participants will build innovative XR-related projects and compete for prizes. The free event will also feature hands-on workshops, networking and mentorship opportunities.

TigerVerse is open to students in any major, industry or university, regardless of skill level. Participants should register by April 11. XR equipment and tutorials will be provided.

“We want to grow the XR community in the central U.S. and give students a platform to get involved in this amazing space,” Ethan Johnson, MUVR president, said. “The XR industry is booming on the coasts, and Mizzou is in a unique position to introduce students in the Midwest to the immense possibilities of VR and XR.”

You belong in the TigerVerse

During the first day of the event, before any hacking begins, participants will attend workshops to learn how to program XR applications. TigerVerse Outreach and Marketing Lead Gina Hua says that MUVR restructured the event to include this day of workshops to help more students learn to use the required software.

On the second day, organizers will help students find teams and partner them with mentors for guidance throughout the event. Some of the technical and professional workshops will be hosted by students at Stanford University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

“Our event will be much more centered around education compared to previous years,” Hua said. “We’re making sure our attendees leave with real, hands-on experience and priceless connections that could shape their careers. We are providing mentorship and state-of-the-art XR equipment so our attendees can focus on immersing themselves in the event.”

Johnson says he is excited to see the Mizzou community come together to learn about immersive tech in the most Missouri-Method of fashions: by just jumping in.

“TigerVerse isn’t just a hackathon,” he said. “It’s a launchpad for students to explore, experiment and connect with a rapidly growing community.”

Register for MUVR TigerVerse by April 11.

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