Digital Media Program at Georgia Tech

Looking for a comprehensive program to prepare you for a career in the industry? Our B.S/M.S program is hosted by us and the College of Computing at Georgia Tech. Take the first step toward a successful career here and explore our curriculum: https://dm.lmc.gatech.edu/bsms-digital-medi

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: The Sam Nunn Security Program Fellowship is open to Ph.D. students with science, technology, and tech policy-related research interests. The deadline to apply is April 1. You can learn more about the program on their website: https://cistp.gatech.edu/programs/sam-nunn-security-program

"Where are graduates being hired?" We get this question a lot during our information sessions, so here are some examples of where our Digital Media students have interned and been hired. The resources, facilities and industry connections established by the program make our students some of the most sought-after graduates in the field today. Explore the DM curriculum: https://dm.lmc.gatech.edu

SPRING BREAK is next week! Are you staying in ATL during the week? We've got some can't-miss activities for you and your friends to check out in the city. Read 9 Things To Do In Atlanta Over Spring Break: https://grad.gatech.edu/hg/item/632801

CONFERENCE: The Women's Leadership Conference began during the winter of 1998 as a means to celebrate, recognize, and learn more about the strong leadership exhibited by women of the Georgia Tech community. This year's event will take place TOMORROW from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. and will celebrate the theme "Creating Our Space." You can still purchase tickets here: https://wlc.gatech.edu

Jessica Anderson, a DM Master's student, reflects on how the program has pushed her to carve out her own path while curating experimental art at The Goat Farm. Read her full reflection here: https://www.lmc.gatech.edu/profile/jessica-anderson

CONFERENCE: The Southeastern Energy Conference was created to bring together students, researchers, and industry experts from Atlanta to discuss the state of energy in the Southeast. This two-day event features: - Panels discussing pressing energy issues - A workshop for energy startups - Keynote speakers detailing their expertise in the energy landscape ... - An energy case competition - A poster session to showcase energy research at GT - Networking with industry experts - Prizes, swag, and food! Register, sign-up for different events, and learn more about the conference here: http://www.energyexpo.gatech.edu

TRAINING: Safe Space Peer Education (SSPE) is a student version of Georgia Tech's Safe Space program. The goals, messages, and content are the same in both programs, but SSPE will have more of a student focus, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to support a peer who comes out to them and to be effective allies to LGBTQIA communities. FREE dinner is provided to attendees. To learn more and register for this training visit https://lgbtqia.gatech.edu/safe-space-peer-education

EVENT: Transporting audiences from their everyday lives to a fantasy world through its trademark use of magical lighting and imagery, MOMIX has thrilled fans in over 22 countries and has been featured on stage, screen, and television. In an endless search for another gravity, Artistic Director Moses Pendleton combines athletic dance, riveting music, outrageous costumes, inventive props, and pure talent to create an entertaining multimedia experience that will surprise, enchant, and astonish. Learn more about this one-of-a-kind event and purchase tickets here: https://arts.gatech.edu/content/viva-momix

Be the person on the design team that helps form design strategies, key user interactions, test prototypes, and so much more. Learn the foundations of interaction design coupled with hands-on practice in our Digital Media Graduate Program. Check out our core courses, labs and research groups, and current students portfolios at dm.lmc.gatech.edu #MakingWithMeaning #GeorgiaTech

EVENT REMINDER: Tomorrow, the first session of the Ethics & Technology Futures lectures will take place. This lecture will feature Postdoctoral Researcher Sarah Myers West from the AI Now Institute, who will present on "Discriminating Systems: Gender, Race, and Power in Artificial Intelligence." Join us tomorrow at 4pm in the TSRB Auditorium! See you there!

Spring semester got you stressed? Join the Bhakti Yoga Club at Georgia Tech for FREE yoga sessions and vegan snacks, every Friday at 7pm in the Student Center. The club wants to improve the quality of living of students and faculty by teaching them principles for a stress-free, happy and meaningful life. See all the 2020 dates and learn more about the series here: https://www.calendar.gatech.edu/event/630470

Looking to develop and strengthen your leadership skills? Are you a new or returning officer in your organization? The Gold Route program, designed to honor the various ways students become leaders and experience leadership, equips participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to make meaningful change in their roles. It consists of workshops, retreats, conferences, and more events tailored toward the student leadership journey. Learn more about how you can get involved: https://student-organizations.gatech.edu//gold-route-overv

"I got to work on projects like interactive art installations, documentary filmmaking and interactive television. Most of all, I loved the exposure and mentorship from the fantastic faculty. Each one taught me lessons I use to this day at Google." - Sumier Phalake, Digital Media Alum Read more of his thoughts on the program here: https://www.lmc.gatech.edu/profile/sumier-phalake