1 day agoBen Noel, Executive Director at UCF’s Florida Interactive Entertainment Academy, speaks to students at the UF Digital Worlds InstituteWritten by: Ryan Helterhoff (MAMC ‘23) Benjamin Noel, Executive Director of the Florida Interactive Entertainment Academy (FIEA) at the University of Central Florida, recently spoke with students at the University of Florida’s Digital Worlds Institute on January 26 to share more about FIEA’s #1 ranked graduate game development program. FIEA…2 min read2 min read
Jan 31Digital Worlds Director’s new Concerto for Timpani & Strings Premieres with Cleveland OrchestraWritten by: Ryan Helterhoff (MAMC ‘23) Timpani are usually relegated a complementary role at the back of the orchestra. This was not the case for the World Premiere of James Oliverio’s Legacy Ascendant: Concerto for Timpani and Strings. Paul Yancich, principal timpanist of the Cleveland Orchestra, performed as the soloist…3 min read3 min read
Jan 10UF Digital Worlds faculty and alumni collaborate for ‘In The Machine’ exhibition showcasing the convergence of technology and artWritten by: Ryan Helterhoff (MAMC ‘23) Faculty and alumni from the University of Florida’s Digital Worlds Institute are currently exhibiting their work in a collaborative exhibition centered on emerging technologies at Gainesville’s 4Most Gallery from December 23, 2022 to January 13, 2023. The exhibition, titled In The Machine, brings together…7 min read7 min read
Dec 16, 2022Digital Worlds Director James Oliverio composes original score for JFK documentary by longtime collaboratorWritten by: Ryan Helterhoff (MAMC ‘23) James Oliverio, Director of the University of Florida’s Digital Worlds Institute, recently composed an original score for the independent documentary film “Inside the Warren Commission”, which explores the work and legacy of the President’s Commission on the Assassination of President John F. …5 min read5 min read
Dec 7, 2022Student-run game development organization “DevLUp” finds success at UF and beyondMichael Tomadakis knew he had found his new passion when he joined the UF Game Developers’ Association. The club, which was founded in 2018, was a place for students to learn, socialize, and create video games. Tomadakis began working on expanding the club into a platform that could bring together…5 min read5 min read
Nov 18, 2022Digital Worlds professor celebrates launch of award-winning book on co-creating media for equity and justiceAmelia Winger-Bearskin, Associate Professor of AI and the Arts at the UF Digital Worlds Institute, recently co-authored “Collective Wisdom: Co-Creating Media for Equity and Justice.” …2 min read2 min read
Nov 18, 2022UF Blockchain Lab takes on Tampa at the Florida Bitcoin and Blockchain SummitOn November 4th, the University of Florida’s Blockchain Lab attended the Florida Bitcoin and Blockchain Summit, the state’s first blockchain and fintech-focused event. The event highlighted the growing fintech sector and the Florida-based businesses, leaders, and organizations that are fueling its expansion. Marko Suvajdzic, Director of the UF Blockchain Lab…2 min read2 min read
Nov 14, 2022Premiere graduate game development program speaks with students at Digital WorldsElizabeth Stringer, Director of Academics at SMU Guildhall, came to speak with students at the UF Digital Worlds Institute on November 4th to share her knowledge of the video game industry and give advice to those looking to enter it after graduation. SMU Guildhall is a top-ranked graduate video game…2 min read2 min read
Nov 14, 2022Alumni Spotlight: Trent WillisWritten by: Ryan Helterhoff (MAMC ‘23) Trent Willis (DAS ’14) currently works as a Senior UI Engineer at Netflix where he makes tools and applications that provide product insight for other engineers. Prior to working at Netflix, Trent worked as a developer and engineer for companies like Grooveshark and LinkedIn…3 min read3 min read
Oct 31, 2022First-Gen Student Spotlight: Marzani KirklandWritten by: Ryan Helterhoff (MAMC ‘23) As a first-generation student and Machen Opportunity Scholar, what has your experience been like overall? Are there any specific challenges you’ve faced in your personal or educational life that have pushed you forward? My experience at UF has been nothing short of amazing albeit…2 min read2 min read
