Using virtual and augmented reality, Maryville’s first digital employee — named Christine — has the ability to answer common questions pertaining to events, Gander Dining Hall menus, hours of operation and campus directions. If Christine doesn’t know the answer, she is capable of emailing the Solution Squad or a specific department to request assistance. In the future, Christine will aid students with tasks such as scheduling appointments with a life coach or faculty member. This innovative approach to student services will allow Maryville to provide a better experience to students while creating efficiencies in the departments that serve them. The creative digital transformation project was spearheaded by network server and virtualization administrator Joshua Tepen.