HONOLULU (KHON2) -- It's a college course that combines creativity and technology, paving the way for students to develop interactive and immersive experiences. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news Dozens of University of Hawaii students participated in the Creative Computational Media course, a collaboration between UH Manoa's Information and Computer Sciences Department and the UH Academy for Creative Media System. How drone technology helps monitor humpback whale mother-calf pairs Students created virtual and augmented reality experiences by conceptualizing ideas to eventually design and develop prototypes at UH Manoa and UH West Oahu's state-of-the-art ACM Create(x) lab. This course highlights the importance of interdisciplinary learning, the relevance of combining creativity with technical skills, and is a shining example of the University of Hawaiʻi’s commitment to preparing students for the future in emerging technologies like AI and digital media. Vassilis L. Syrmos, UH System vice president for research and innovation The semester-long class left students prepared for careers where creative media and computing go hand-and-hand. The course featured the following projects: Stargaze: A stunning and technically complex immersive projection experience tracing constellations across different cultures, including Native Hawaiian, Inuit, Japanese and Korean perspectives. Yoga in space: A pioneering project exploring the potential for immersive environments to new environments to support and enhance yoga practices. Fit the wall: A simple but dynamic video game where players must physically move their bodies to fit through holes in oncoming walls. Fantasy wonderland: A whimsical, interactive experience transporting users to a magical world of fantasy and wonder. Sparkles: A fantasy flower garden experience where users can interact with sparkles through movement. “It was interesting and fun. It opens up a lot of different aspects of what you can do in the computer science field other than just being a software engineer," expressed Katelyn Sung, a junior creative computational media major. Check out more news from around Hawaii While taking the class, students created connections for future projects and collaborations with agencies such as NASA, the Hawaii State Energy Office and the Waikiki Aquarium.