The National Science Foundation (NSF) has announced a Game Design Challenge to celebrate its 75th anniversary. Winners of the NSF Game Maker Challenge, titled “Life in 2100,” can earn prizes of up to $8,500 in various categories.
Additionally, winners will have the opportunity to be featured in NSF publications, connect with other young innovators and gaming industry leaders, and showcase their game at an in-person prize event.
Teams can consist of up to five members and should draw inspiration from the theme “Life in 2100.”
Participants must submit a short video by January 31, 2025.
Moreover, the NSF Game Maker Awards provide an exciting opportunity for students in grades K-12 to showcase their creativity, technical skills, and passion for game design.
Entries for the NSF Game Maker Awards are also due by January 31, 2025.
Earlier this year, the Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) unveiled the official artwork for the 2024 National Diversity in STEM (NDiSTEM) Conference.
Presented by SACNAS, this conference celebrates the intersection of science, culture, and community, helping participants advance in their academic and professional STEM journeys.
Last year, SACNAS commemorated its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of dedication to community and authentic diversity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
In collaboration with artist Rusty Gillette, SACNAS created a unique 50th Anniversary logo to celebrate this milestone and honor years dedicated to promoting diversity in STEM.
To pay tribute to Native American tribes in the Pacific Northwest, the logo incorporates elements of their traditional art and utilizes SACNAS’s colors.
The background features significant symbols, such as the salmon and raven, which hold meaning for the region’s Indigenous peoples. SACNAS’s journey began in the 1970s with a growing emphasis on cultural and societal issues.
The organization was reportedly founded in 1973 when a group of Native American and Chicano scientists found themselves in an elevator at the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) meeting.
At that time, advanced science degrees were uncommon among Hispanic and Native American communities.
The first official annual meeting of SACNAS took place in Atlantic City, New Jersey, in 1973, with around 50 members attending.
Today, SACNAS boasts over 9,000 multicultural and multidisciplinary members, making it the largest organization dedicated to promoting diversity in STEM fields.
The 2024 SACNAS National Diversity in STEM (NDiSTEM) Conference is scheduled from October 31 to November 2 in Phoenix, AZ.
From college students to professionals, attendees will engage in STEM research, participate in professional development sessions, attend keynote speeches, and explore a graduate school and career exposition hall.
The conference will also feature multicultural celebrations and traditions, fostering an inclusive community of peers, mentors, and role models.
Let the games begin!
In celebration of the agency's upcoming 75th anniversary, NSF invites students to create video games — imagining life 75 years from now, in 2100 — with the chance to win up to $5,000!🎮💰
Learn more: https://t.co/KLETxdUxrc #NSF75 #GameMakersAward pic.twitter.com/6TX42FJTA9— U.S. National Science Foundation (@NSF) October 25, 2024
🌟 Join us for Powwow at #2024NDiSTEM! 🌟
This event is FREE and open to the public! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to experience a beautiful celebration of culture and community! #Powwow #SACNAS #Community #TrueDiversity pic.twitter.com/xv3Q6SRldM
— SACNAS (@SACNAS) September 26, 2024
🌟 We're thrilled to announce our incredible 2024 NDiSTEM partners! 🌟 We're beyond excited to collaborate with these amazing organizations to bring you an unforgettable conference experience!#2024NDiSTEM #TrueDiversity #STEMCommunity #SACNAS #RegisterNow pic.twitter.com/yudhGPSA9X
— SACNAS (@SACNAS) August 14, 2024
We're thrilled to announce the incredible lineup of Keynote and Featured Speakers for #2024NDiSTEM! Join us as we welcome trailblazers, innovators, and leaders from diverse #STEM fields who are ready to inspire and empower. 🔊 💪🌎#SACNAS #Inspiration #Leadership #Conference pic.twitter.com/rnEVFQxAAE
— SACNAS (@SACNAS) August 5, 2024
We are excited to unveil our official artwork for #2024NDiSTEM! SACNAS is proud to have partnered with artist Lucinda "La Morena" Hinojos, who a designed a deeply meaningful piece, entitled "Regeneration".
Learn more at: https://t.co/LUifZxgNRY pic.twitter.com/66a930JG35
— SACNAS (@SACNAS) June 3, 2024
Wonder who you will meet at #2024NDiSTEM?
Look back at our 2023 National Diversity in STEM conference demographics and find yourself in our community.
See the full Conference by the Numbers here! >>> https://t.co/ChLRnlvzW8 pic.twitter.com/RXcaNww71H
— SACNAS (@SACNAS) February 20, 2024
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