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Ashlyn Sparrow, Asst. Director - Weston Game Lab at Univ of Chicago (#18)
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2010 Penn State graduate Ashlyn Sparrow is in one of the fastest growing industries - gaming. However, her role is a bit unique and goes beyond pure entertainment. As Assistant Director of the Weston Game Lab at the University of Chicago, Ashlyn works on developing games to create socio-cultural impact. In this episode, she dives into what that truly means, how she wants to see more Black women in the gaming industry, and more!
Jump right in:
(4:17) - Weston Game Lab and Ashlyn’s role
(5:05) - Ashlyn’s career journey
(7:13) - Games that drive an impact in the community
(12:00) - Creating game-like experiences that are like sandboxes
(13:22) - Favorite games
(18:15) - Working with students
(19:35) - Growing up as a gamer
(23:49) - Being a Black woman in the gaming industry and what needs to be done to get more involved
(26:50) - Work during the pandemic and social justice movements
(28:17) - Viewpoint on games with violence
(30:29) - The future of the gaming industry and Ashlyn’s career
(34:40) - Penn State experience
Learn more about Ashlyn at AshlynSparrow.com
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