
Digital Art and Technology Access Summer 2023
July 17 @ 9:00 am– 1:00 pm EDT
Free
DATA is a media arts and technology program designed for neurodiverse individuals (such as individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, etc.) ages 13-26. A series of year-round workshops will build creative and social skills. Students will learn a range of media-based practices to suit all interests in technology and art.
In DATA we provide a minimum 3:1 student-to-instructor ratio, noise-canceling headphones, snacks or lunch, and a separate sensory-friendly space outside the classroom for breaks. The lead Teaching Artists have experience in working with students with disabilities. The Teaching Assistant has a degree in social work and experience working with students with disabilities, and can help you begin the process of applying for services through the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). Our Peer Mentor is a neurodiverse student or recent graduate from a digital media art degree program.
DATA is now 100% free and space is limited.
Summer 2023
Game Design
July 17 – 28
Monday – Friday
9am-1pm
Learn how to create your own games! From characters to stories, and choices to actions, you will learn about designing a game from start to finish. You will leave class with your own playable digital game, and the skills to create new games on your own!
This summer we are very excited that DATA will be hosted by the Communications Department at Buffalo State University. Classes will take place in a well equipped computer lab in Buckham Hall, on the University’s Elmwood Avenue campus.
Lunch will be provided each day, and media art instruction will be accompanied by facilitated social activities to help everyone to feel comfortable as a member of the group.
Scroll down to “tickets” to register.
If this is your first time registering for DATA, you will receive a phone call from Caroline, our Education Director, to discuss the program in greater detail, and to ensure that we are a good fit for your student.
Questions? Please email caroline@squeaky.org, or call 716-884-7172.