Over the weekend, Simon Harris TD, Deputy Prime Minister of Ireland, visited campus to learn about Neumann's innovative Cubbie project. The Cubbie, an immersive sensory regulation booth, helps reduce anxiety and stress in under 10 minutes using music, video, and lighting. Neumann is proud to have the first Cubbie in America.  While designed with neurodivergent individuals in mind, the Cubbie is beneficial for anyone feeling stressed or anxious. It offers a quick, calming reset, making it a valuable tool for well-being. It was an exciting opportunity to showcase this cutting-edge project to Deputy Prime Minister Harris.

Neumann hopes to partner with 8-10 local school districts to install Cubbies during the 2025-26 academic year and collect data on students’ perceptions of their emotional well-being and educators’ reports on student focus and classroom disruptions.

Cubbies are currently used at almost 300 sites in Ireland and the UK.