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July 24 - 29, 2022

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Rider University’s Game Design Academy introduces high school students to the skills and tools used to develop digital games in a professional creative environment. Students will work with industry-standard software and learn the basics of digital design and game logic programming. Please contact Wil Lindsay Program Director for curriculum questions.

During the one-week session, students will work through the complete process of developing a playable game that can be shared with family and friends. Concepts in system design, digital art and interaction design will be learned through hands-on creation. 

Program Highlights

  • Work hands-on in Rider University’s newly created Game Production Lab
  • Explore production with the latest industry-standard software and hardware. 
  • Develop a better understanding of game analysis
  • Gain experience with graphic design tools and basic interactive programming
  • Learn about the relationships between interactive design systems in game production
  • Explore Rider University’s  B.A. in Game and Interactive Media Design and discuss career opportunities in the field
  • Preview college living and prepare for undergraduate life. Stay in a college dorm and participate in campus activities.
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Itinerary

  • Sunday: Academy introduction with a tour of the facilities, a meet and greet, BBQ and time to test some Rider student creations!
  • Monday - Wednesday: Participants will attend workshops on sprite design, interaction design, audio and level design.
  • Wednesday afternoon - Friday morning: Game Jam! Students will use their new skills to work on a team and publish a shareable 2D game in under 48 hours.
  • Friday: Game Jam! Showcase and Q&A sessions.

Faculty and Instruction

Wil Lindsay, Program Director for Game and Interactive Media at Rider University

Stephen Gonzalez, Assistant Professor I, Game and Interactive Media Design

Read more about Professor Lindsay’s work at Rider University.

Tuition

$995 for Enrichment Program*

This camp is capped at 36

Rider University's pre-college enrichment programs are structured to introduce students to a full college campus experience. From rigorous coursework, access to state-of-the-art equipment and facilities to on-campus housing and activities, students will explore college life at Rider University. Enrichment programs are non-credit bearing, however regular attendance and completed assignments are expected. Students are evaluated by the same academic standards and procedures as Rider University undergraduates.

*includes room and board

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