Events
Nerd Night : Gaming
February 27, 2020
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Suite B-1, 1506 Lee Trevino Dr.
- Venue:
- Funkmeyers Rec Room
- Admission:
- How to RSVP: Space for this event is limited so please RSVP via the Eventbrite link. Many Nerd Nights have completely sold out and sadly, we had to turn nerds away. Don’t let this happen to you, get your ticket today! Tickets to Nerd Night: Gaming may be purchased on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nerd-night-gaming-tickets-93549628457
- Website:
- http://www.insightselpaso.org/programs/nerd-nights/
- Contact Name:
- Meghan Curry
- Contact E-mail Address:
- info@insightselpaso.org
- Contact Phone Number:
- (915) 534-0000
Have you wondered what magic force is gluing your children, grandchildren, and students to their computers, smartphones, and video game consoles? Video games, arcades, and the blackjack tables hold an immense power in our society and are becoming hot academic subjects in medicine, psychology, economics, and education. Join our next Nerd Night to learn more about how these powerful tools are evolving to serve as a source of social good.
About the Speakers:
Mike Pitcher (Director of Academic Technologies-Learning Environments at UTEP) – the Esports revolution Steven Varela (Associate Director with Academic Technologies at UTEP) – game-informed teaching and learning Josh Bound (Founder of Video Game Clubs of America) – the social impact of gaming Marina Navarrete (2019 World Wizard Cards Championship finalist) – global connections and gaming