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Monday, December 5, 2022

GI Members take part in Dibaajimowin exhibition at Waterloo Region Museum

On September 27th, the Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum unveiled a new exhibit to the public—”Dibaajimowin | Stories From this Land.” The exhibit was assembled by Anishinaabe curator Emma Rain Smith, an MA student from Waterloo. The exhibit highlights Indigenous contributions to the region’s history with an emphasis on Urban Indigeneity. GI members Dr. Aynur Kadir (University of British Columbia) and PhD student Sid Heeg (Environment, Enterprise, and Development) took part in the design, curation, and research associated with the exhibition. The entire project is the result of the collaborative work between researchers, activists, and community members from the region, including the University of Waterloo and Wilfred Laurier University. 

Monday, December 5, 2022

PhD Student Sid Heeg speaks at GI about refuting misinformation around farming on social media

On October 19th, 2022, PhD student Sid Heeg (School of Environment, Enterprise, and Development) presented “Reap What You Sow: Refuting Misinformation about Farming and Farm Practices.” The talk was an overview of Heeg’s dissertation research focusing on the misinformation that circulates on social media about farmers and farming, including the effects and harms this misinformation has on the farmers themselves.

Friday, December 2, 2022 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Brown Bag Talks: Feminist and Responsible Design with Drs. Brianna Wiens and Daniel Harley

Join us at the Games Institute to hear two talks about exciting research from new Waterloo professors and GI members!

You can watch the event in person at the Games Institute or online via Teams.

In an effort to save on waste, we encourage you to bring a mug with you if you would like to have tea or coffee.

Friday, November 18, 2022 10:00 am - 1:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Games, Aging and Health: Networking, Social, and Learning (hybrid event)

The Games Institute and AGE-WELL are hosting a networking event to foster a community of innovative aging research to learn about projects, ideas, and interests in how games, technology, and health can support aging people living well. A half-day event will include presentations from experts in aging research and serious game design, a chance to learn about AGE-WELL funding opportunities for emerging researchers, and a chance to gain connections during game demos at the end of the event.

Tuesday, November 22, 2022 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

A Panel Discussion on Games and Education

Please join us at the Games Institute or virtually via Teams for a panel discussion on games and education with Drs. Jason Hawreliak (Brock University, Waterloo English Language and Literature Alum), Kristina R.

Tuesday, October 25, 2022

"A Discussion on Games and Health” Highlights the Effectiveness of Interactive Technologies

On July 5th, Drs. Lili Liu (School of Public Health Sciences), John Muñoz (Systems Design Engineering), and Michael Barnett-Cowan (Kinesiology and Health Sciences) were brought together to share their knowledge and expertise on how games and interactive technologies are being used in the healthcare industry. The panel was hosted and moderated by the Games Institute’s Research Communications Officer Dr. Emma Vossen.

Thursday, October 20, 2022

Fifteen Funded Postdoctoral Opportunities Available at the University of Waterloo

The University of Waterloo has announced the following 15 funded postdoctoral positions, including five specific positions for Black and Indigenous scholars.

Applications are open now to scholars from any discipline and are due December 1st. Applicants may choose from one of the three programs listed below.

Wednesday, October 5, 2022 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Games Institute Open House

Come and discover the interactive and immersive technologies research conducted in the Games Institute's collaborative interdisciplinary environment!

Anyone interested in the research happening at the Games Institute (GI) is more than welcome to come and explore our space during the Open House. We especially encourage anyone considering or currently pursuing graduate school or a Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Waterloo to come and learn about the work conducted at the GI over the past ten years.

Thursday, September 29, 2022 6:00 pm - Sunday, October 2, 2022 4:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Fall 2022 Games Institute Game Jam

From September 29th-October 2nd, 2022, build a game with your team, join a thriving community & have lots of fun!

If you have questions not answered by the FAQ, please reach out to current Game Jam captain(s) Alexander (aekglover@uwaterloo.ca) for more details.

Start: 6pm, Thursday, September 28th

End: 4pm, Sunday, October 2nd