Guest Lectures & Invited Talks
UConn SIGGRAPH Student Chapter
Guest Speaker | Department of Digital Media & Design, University of Connecticut
Feb 3, 2026
In collaboration with the Department of Digital Media & Design, I organized and led a hybrid information session introducing students to the SIGGRAPH conference and the Student Volunteer (SV) program. The presentation provided an overview of SIGGRAPH as a leading international conference in computer graphics, animation, visual effects, and interactive media, while sharing firsthand experiences from my participation as a Student Volunteer.
The session focused on the professional and educational benefits of conference participation, including networking opportunities, industry exposure, portfolio development, and career preparation. Particular attention was given to students interested in 3D animation, motion graphics, visual effects, and related creative technology fields. The presentation also initiated discussions regarding the development of a UConn SIGGRAPH Student Chapter to strengthen student engagement with the broader SIGGRAPH community.
The event was offered in both in-person and virtual formats,
and a recording was distributed to students who were unable to attend live.
Topics Covered
-
Introduction to SIGGRAPH and its global community
-
Student Volunteer program experience
-
Professional development and career benefits
-
Conference participation strategies
-
Networking and industry engagement
-
Discussion of a UConn SIGGRAPH Student Chapter
UConn DMD Graduate Study Information Session
Guest Speaker (Virtual) | Hongik University, School of Film, Animation
Jan 23, 2026
Delivered a virtual information session for senior undergraduate students interested in pursuing graduate study in the United States. The presentation introduced the University of Connecticut, the Digital Media & Design (DMD) MFA program, and the academic, cultural, and professional experiences associated with studying abroad.
The session also provided practical guidance on graduate school preparation, including portfolio development, statement writing, interview preparation, and application strategies. As part of the presentation, I introduced my thesis project, The Garden of Liberation, offering students an example of graduate-level creative research and interdisciplinary project development.
Originally planned as a one-hour session, the event was extended to two hours to accommodate an active discussion and Q&A with participating students.
Topics Covered
-
Personal academic journey and introduction
-
Overview of the University of Connecticut
-
Life and study in Connecticut and the United States
-
Digital Media & Design MFA program
-
Graduate-level creative research and thesis development
-
Portfolio preparation and application strategies
-
Interview preparation and graduate school advice
-
Extended Q&A session
Impact
-
Increased student awareness of SIGGRAPH and professional development opportunities.
-
Encouraged participation in the SIGGRAPH Student Volunteer program.
-
One student who attended the session was later accepted as a SIGGRAPH Student Volunteer.