College students no longer have to choose between playing video games and doing homework. Now they can play video games and study at the same time! George Mason University, the University of Florida and Carnegie Mellon have all started offering programs in computer game design. The programs are created to train students in a curriculum that melds the left and right brain with classes in computer sciences as well visual and digital arts.
The creation of a computer games major speaks directly to the growing games industry that is increasingly about more than just fun. In addition to console, mobile, and casual online games, there is a high demand for games in non-entertainment areas such as business management, medical and military training, education, and work-force training, to name only a few areas.
Girls in Tech recognizes the huge opportunity in the growth of games and we are kicking off our first games industry event this Thursday. Join us at the San Francisco office of ngmoco as Girls in Tech Presents: The World of Casual and Social Games. We have an amazing lineup of panelists from among the top players in the industry — Zynga, SGN, Mochi Media, and Super Rewards.
Space is limited, so sign up before tickets are sold out! You can register here.
Event details:
Thursday, May 28, 2009
6:30pm Networking & wine
7:00pm Panel start
Location: ngmoco:) Office — 118 King St. 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA
