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Texas A&M students took top honors in the event that presents the challenge of creating a video game in 48 hours wth a single prompt.
The student-run event featured an art exhibition, an interactive showcase, research symposium and a screening in the Rudder Complex.
Students performed music from James Bond films and “The Incredibles," along with video games "World of Warcraft" and "Metal Gear Solid" at Rudder Theatre on April 29.
The Waste Wearable Arts Runway Show on April 27 showcased student designers transforming recyclable materials into works of fashion.
The student-run event highlights the best work in art, animation, game design, graphic design and research at the Rudder Complex.
Themed Entertainment (VIST 489), which will be offered in the fall, has been developed by Joel Zika, Ph.D., assistant professor in virtual production.
Matthew Campbell, Ph.D., instructional associate professor in Performance and Visual Studies, said he wanted to host the event following the debut of his Global Hip-Hop course this semester.
The event featured panel discussions and three performances at the College Station Events Center. Hagler Fellow Lyle Lovett and his guests Leland Sklar and Chuck Ainlay were among the panelists.
“History in the Making: Reconstructing Early Modern Textiles and Clothing” featured hands-on activities including experimenting with fabric dyes and stamp patterns.
The film was made by Danny Tedesco and showcases four legendary session musicians: Leland Sklar, Danny Kortchmar, Russ Kunkel and Waddy Wachtel.