Ursula Frank

Head of School at Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE)

Ursula has over 20 years working in higher education. After earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics at Lewis & Clark College in Portland, OR, Ursula, a Seattle native, took advantage of the amazing video game and software development network and opportunities in the Seattle area.

Out of college she landed a job with a small startup software development company developing cutting edge video games. Seeking a deeper human connection in her work, Ursula eventually left software and game development to pursue a career in educational management. After running operations at several higher education vocational schools, she has come full circle to work at AIE.

She now has both her love for the entertainment industry and her passion for education aligned. Ursula loves watching students gain that “AHA” moment when a concept or problem finally clicks, and students light up with the surprise and pride of truly understanding. The creativity, beauty, and hard work involved in creating a video game is breath-taking and awe-inspiring and Ursula intends to remain a part of it for a very long time.