Ari Packer

Year in School: Senior

Hometown: Olney, MD

Major(s)/Minor(s): Immersive Media Design: BS

Special Academic Program(s): College Park Scholars Science, Technology, Society (STS) Alumni

Internships: Internship at Noblis this coming summer 2026 as an Immersive Systems Development Intern

Clubs and Organizations, Including Leadership: Lakeland STARs Tutor, Former STS Peer Mentor Captain

Favorite CMNS Class(es): CMSC425, IMDM290

Favorite Spot on Campus: AV Williams IMD Prototyping Lab

In my Free Time, I Enjoy: Photography, flying drones, 3D printing, driving, gaming

Advice for High School Seniors When Choosing a College: Pick somewhere that speaks to you - not what others may tell you is "good or bad." Look for what university piques YOUR interest, and where you see yourself getting the best education, and the most support to lead to your future success.