The Immersive Experience Alliance

Bold conversation. Transformative research. Immersive futures.The Immersive Experience Alliance (IXA) is dedicated to advancing the field of immersive media through accessibility, applied creative research, and educational enrichment. Our mission is to empower creators, educators, and NGO innovators to use immersive and extended reality (XR) technologies for meaningful social impact.Join us to build the future of immersive media.

Upcoming Events

SXSW Annual Meetup — Friday, March 13 , 4 PM CT
Immersive Impact Review Launch Party
IXA’s annual SXSW meetup will double as the official launch celebration for the "Immersive Impact Review" - a new online magazine dedicated to exploring immersive media for social good. Celebrate the debut with us and experience live demos from emerging artists. Whether you’ve been part of the community for years or are just getting involved, this gathering is a chance to connect, spark new collaborations, and toast what’s next for immersive storytelling. *Light hors d'oeuvres will be provided.

Monday, April 27| 4 PM ET
Discussion — Connect with IXA This month, IXA focuses on governance, committees, and volunteer pathways as we work toward 501(c)(6) status (estimated 4–6 months). We’ll introduce our evolving membership model and paid member incentives, while keeping monthly meetups open and accessible to all. Board members will share committee opportunities, followed by open breakout rooms using the “law of two feet.” We’ll close with a short survey to help you get involved.

Get Involved

Have a question or want to discuss a project? We're all ears! Fill out the form below and we'll get back to you soon.

Connect with Members

  • On Discord:

  • IXA Member Channel

  • No Proscenium Channel

  • Academic Lane Channel

  • Message @noahjnelson or @ebreilly to gain access.

IXA Board Members

  • Chair: Erin Reilly, UT Austin

  • Treasurer: Pat Clark, CU Boulder

  • Program & Initiatives: Elizabeth Strickler, GSU

  • Partnerships & Sponsors: Josh Bankston, MACE Virtual Labs

  • Communications Chair: Lindsey Clausen, UNL

  • Journal Chair: Michael Epstein, Walking Cinema

Join the IXA

IXA unites top universities and industry partners to foster collaboration in XR research, creative practice, and education, focusing on projects that address real-world challenges. By becoming a member, you'll gain access to cutting-edge tools, interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities, and a community committed to leveraging immersive technologies for social impact and innovation.

  • Student Members: $25/year

  • Individual Professional: $150/year

  • Institutional Member: $499-$2499 based on size.

IXA

Uniting universities and industry for XR innovation.

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