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Month: February 2023

Can a Computer Dry Your Tears? Understanding How Players Use Video Games to Manage Difficult Emotions

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Time: March 2nd, 2023 @ 4-5pm MT Location: PTAB 109 Summary:According to the Entertainment Software Association, 89% of players claim that video games provide them with relief from stress. However, the relationship between stress and gameplay is often misunderstood, with games often thought of merely as idle distractions from people’s problems. This talk will challenge […]

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February 28, 2023

EAE A PROUD SPONSOR OF HORIZONS INDIECADE 2023: ALTIZER TO LEAD PANEL

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The Entertainment Arts and Engineering Program (EAE) at the University of Utah is proud to announce its sponsorship of the 2023 Horizons IndieCade Festival. As a leading program in game development education, EAE is thrilled to support this celebration of independent game creators and their innovative work. IndieCade, an international festival dedicated to independent games […]

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February 17, 2023

Entertainment Arts and Engineering Program Ranked #1 Among Public Institutions by Animation Career Review

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The Entertainment Arts and Engineering Program at the University of Utah has been named the #1 game design program among US public institutions by Animation Career Review, a leading online resource for aspiring animation, game design, and development professionals.  Animation Career Review also ranked EAE 4th overall among all games programs.  Of course, EAE is […]

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February 16, 2023

EAE Professor Ashley Guajardo Wins Early Career Teaching Award at University of Utah

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The Entertainment Arts and Engineering Program is proud to announce that Professor Ashley Guajardo has been awarded the Early Career Teaching Award for their exceptional contributions to the university’s educational community. This prestigious award recognizes the outstanding efforts of early career faculty members in promoting a positive and dynamic learning experience for their students. Dr. […]

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February 11, 2023

EAE Alum Stephen Dona on Hogwarts Legacy

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Australian games industry site Press Start has a terrific interview with EAE alumni Stephen Dona on the work they contributed to as the Technical Director for Avalanche Software’s Hogwarts Legacy.  Read the full article here: HOGWARTS LEGACY INTERVIEW – CRAFTING THE MOST FULLY REALISED HOGWARTS TO DATE, Chatting all things witchcraft and wizardry with Technical Director, […]

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February 1, 2023