IGDA Newsletter - May 2002
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IGDA Newsletter - May 2002
==========================
===============================
0.0 A word from the Chairperson
1 Community News
1.1 New Board of Directors and Officers Announced
1.2 IGDA's E3 Plans
1.3 AI Interface Standards Committee - Call for Experts
1.4 Welcome to New Studio Affiliates and Sponsor
1.5 New Writers Special Interest Group Formed
1.6 Chapter Updates & News
1.7 Legal Column: The Dreaded "C" Words - Cross-Collateralization
2 General News
- Share Your Game Biz Wisdom
- Germany Considers Ban on Violent Games
- Women in Games: Current State of Affairs
- Games To Help People Relax
- Games as Speech
- A Flip on Games and Politics
- St. Louis Regulations on Video Games Upheld
- Weird News: Sci-Fi Tax & Brit Kids on Pokemon
- 2002 E3 Pool World Cup
- Educational Value of Games; Teaching Game Dev
- Game Reviewers With No Integrity...
- Online Addiction/Opportunities
3 Endeavors, Benefits & Services Update
3.1 Updated Member and Studio Benefits
3.2 Upcoming Events
4 Logistical Bits
4.1 Thanks to our Sponsors and Partners!
4.2 IGDA Registration
4.3 Contact Information
========================================
===============================
0.0 A word from the Chairperson
===============================
Dear IGDA Members and friends,
This is my very first newsletter intro! As the newly elected chairperson for
the IGDA board, it continues to be a true honor for me to be involved with the
Association. I would like to welcome our new board members Kathy Schoback, Greg
Zeschuk, and David Weinstein. I know this is going to be an exciting year for
the IGDA and its members!
This month we've got E3 zooming up, and I'm sure many of you are crunching for
it at this very second and will need a place to park your legs for a few minutes
at E3 itself. Well, it just so happens that for IGDA members we have a lounge
right at the show! More details below...
There are also several updates on chapter events, member discounts, and a whole
bunch of good stuff to catch up on. Read it while the new build is going up,
on the airplane, or at your own leisure!
I look forward to seeing some of you at E3!
Graeme Devine
Chairperson, IGDA
===========================================
A word from our sponsor: Intrinsic Graphics
===========================================
Intrinsic Graphics, maker of the open architecture graphics development platform
for Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo and PC platforms, provides developers and artists
a powerful, more efficient way to create games. Intrinsic Alchemy, the company's
flagship product, is a high performance DEVELOPMENT platform for delivering real-time
3D applications on game consoles, personal computers, advanced TV set-top boxes
and future generation handheld devices.
If you plan to attend E3 come and see us at booths #7221 and #7227. If you are
interested in scheduling a meeting to see our technology firsthand.
For more information, visit http://www.intrinsic.com
===========================================
================
1 Community News
================
1.1 New Board of Directors and Officers Announced
-------------------------------------------------
We are happy to announce that Kathy Schoback (Sega) and Greg Zeschuk (BioWare)
were elected by the membership to the two open board seats; and David Weinstein
(Red Storm), was appointed to the board per the terms of last year's merger agreement
with the IGDN. Returning board member Graeme Devine (id) was elected as the chairperson
by the board. Read the full press release and check out the board's bios:
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/press_050602.htm
http://www.igda.org/About/Directors/directors.htm
1.2 IGDA's E3 Plans: Rest Your Feet in the Member Lounge
--------------------------------------------------------
- Member Lounge: The IGDA will have a "member lounge" in the Kentia Foyer (the
outside lobby of Kentia Hall). All IGDA members are welcome to come rest their
feet on our comfy sofas!
- Poolside Reception: Digital Coast, a California based new media association,
is hosting an E3 reception in partnership with game industry organizations (IGDA,
AIAS, TIGA, GANG) as an opportunity to mingle with those interested in games.
The free reception is being held at the Figueroa Hotel on Tuesday, May 21st from
5-7pm. Full details online:
http://www.digitalcoast.org/new/e3reception.html
- Conference Program: Many IGDA members are speaking during the E3 conference
program, including IGDA board members Greg Zeschuk ("How to Break Into Today's
Games Industry") and Jason Della Rocca ("Games that Pushed the Envelope, Pushed
Buttons, and Set New Trends in Motion").
http://www.e3expo.com/conference_programs/full_conference_program.cfm
1.3 AI Interface Standards Committee - Call for Experts
-------------------------------------------------------
The IGDA is in the process of establishing an AI Interface Standards Committee.
Working groups will be set up to work on specific topics like interfaces for
"pathfinding", "steering", "influence mapping", "decision trees", "finite state
machines", "rule-based systems", "goal-oriented action planning", "resource handling",
and "world interfacing".
These working groups will be composed of game AI programming experts, AI tool
producers and academic AI researchers. Anyone wishing to get involved should
read the complete call for experts online:
http://www.igda.org/Committees/ai.htm
1.4 Welcome to New Studio Affiliates and Sponsor
------------------------------------------------
Let's all extend a warm welcome to our latest batch of Studio Affiliates: 3D
Realms, Vicarious Visions and Evillusion Studios, as well as our newest sponsor,
Intrinsic Graphics. We are grateful for their support!
http://www.igda.org/Membership/Studios/studios.htm
http://www.igda.org/About/Sponsors/sponsors.htm
1.5 New Writers Special Interest Group Formed
---------------------------------------------
A SIG for Writers has just been started. The Writers SIG is being led by Austin
Grossman, Looking Glass alumnus, and contributor to Deus Ex and many other noteworthy
games (System Shock!). Check out the Writers SIG main page and jump into the
ongoing discussions.
http://www.igda.org/SIGs/writers.htm
http://www.igda.org/Forums/forumdisplay.php?forumid=114
1.6 Chapter Updates & News
--------------------------
Many IGDA chapters have had meetings in the past month or so, with several providing
great summary reports:
- San Francisco talked about the evolving role of artists:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/bayarea/bayarea_summary_Apr02.htm
- The North West UK chapter had their first meeting and some related activities:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/northwestuk.htm
http://www.igda.org/Endeavors/Events/events_manchester_2002.htm
- Switzerland had a successful first meeting:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/switzerland/meeting01.html
- Costa Rica just formed a new chapter:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/costarica.htm
- New Jersey is still plugging away at their game project:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/newjersey_north/nj_summary_apr02.htm
- San Diego discussed game design:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/sandiego/sandiego_summary_Mar02.htm
- San Jose is just getting started:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/sanjose.htm
- Toronto had successful second social gathering:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/toronto/toronto_summary_april11.htm
- Israel talks about LucasArts and Palm Development
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/israel/report3.htm
- Malmo had their first meeting!:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/malmo/malmo00.htm
- Tokyo is getting back underway with new coordinators:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/tokyo.htm
Many chapters (such as Brazil, Phoenix, Montreal, San Diego, and others) will
hold meetings in the coming weeks. Check the Chapter Calendar for dates and details:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/chapters_calendar.htm
1.7 Legal Column: The Dreaded "C" Words - Cross-Collateralization
-----------------------------------------------------------------
A new "Famous Last Words" legal column has been posted by Jim Charne: This month,
Jim explains why cross-collateralization is something developers need to watch
out for.
http://www.igda.org/Services/Legal/lastwords/lastwords.htm
==============
2 General News
==============
Share Your Game Biz Wisdom
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=369
Germany Considers Ban on Violent Games
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=368
Women in Games: Current State of Affaires
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=365
Games To Help People Relax
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=364
Games as Speech
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=362
A Flip on Games and Politics
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=361
St. Louis Regulations on Video Games Upheld
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=360
Weird News: Sci-Fi Tax & Brit Kids on Pokemon
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=358
2002 E3 Pool World Cup
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=357
Educational Value of Games; Teaching Game Dev
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=353
Game reviewers with no integrity...
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=352
Online Addiction/Opportunities
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=356
========================================
A word from our sponsor: Alias|Wavefront
========================================
As the world's leading innovator of 2D and 3D graphics technology, Alias|Wavefront
develops software for the film and video, games, interactive media, industrial
design, and visualization markets. Games customers include Core Design, Electronic
Arts, Factor 5, LucasArts Entertainment, Nihilistic Software and Westwood Studios,
among others. Find out more at http://www.aliaswavefront.com/maya/.
========================================
=======================================
3 Endeavors, Benefits & Services Update
=======================================
3.1 Updated Member and Studio Benefits
--------------------------------------
- 20% off New Riders books
All IGDA members can now enjoy a 20% discount (in addition to any ongoing sales!)
from books purchased directly at the New Riders online store. New Riders is a
leader in books covering 3D content creation, as well as new media and web design.
See the Benefits page for further details.
http://www.igda.org/Membership/Benefits/benefits.htm#publication_discounts
- 10% off Game Institute Classes
All IGDA members are eligible for a 10% discount on tuition fees for classes
at the Game Institute. Check the member benefits page for further details.
http://www.igda.org/Membership/Benefits/benefits.htm#service_discounts
3.2 Upcoming Events
-------------------
International Workshop on Entertainment Computing
http://www.graphic.esys.tsukuba.ac.jp/iwec2002/
14-17 May, Makuhari, Japan
E3
http://www.e3expo.com/
21-24 May, Los Angeles, CA
(20% member discount)
Computer Game Technology Conference
http://www.cgt.auc.ca/
30 May - 1 June, Ontario, Canada
ACM SIGGRAPH and Eurographics Campfire
http://www.agc.fhg.de/campfire
1-4 June, Snowbird, Utah
Computer Games and Digital Cultures Conference
http://www.gamesconference.org/
6-8 June, Tampere, Finland
Contagious Creativity
http://www.nestafuturelab.org/events/events.htm
12-13 June, London, UK
HEAD GAMES: The MIT Creative Design Boot Camp
http://cms.mit.edu/games/bootcamp/
7-12 July, Cambridge, MA
SIGGRAPH
http://www.siggraph.org/s2002/
21 -26 July, San Antonio, TX
Computers and Games
http://www.cs.ualberta.ca/%7Ecg2002/
25 - 27 July, Edmonton, Canada
National Conference on Artificial Intelligence
http://www.aaai.org/Conferences/National/2002/aaai02.html
28 July - 1 August, Edmonton, Canada
=================
4 Logistical Bits
=================
4.1 Thanks to our Sponsors and Partners!
----------------------------------------
The IGDA extends its sincerest thanks to all our sponsors and partners!
Without their support, and the continued backing from the developer community,
the IGDA simply would not survive - let alone thrive.
Akin, Gump, Strauss, Hauer & Feld, LLP
Alias|Wavefront
Analog Devices
Gamasutra.com
Gama Network
GameDev.Net
Game Developer magazine
Game Developers Conference
GIGnews.com
Intrinsic Graphics
Jostick101.org
NIME:02
NXN Software
Get more info online:
http://www.igda.org/About/Sponsors/sponsors.htm
http://www.igda.org/About/Alliances/alliances.htm
4.2 IGDA Registration
---------------------
Your support is critical to the success of the IGDA, and our industry. Our membership
is made up of programmers, designers, artists, producers and many other development
professionals who see the importance of working together to advance games and
game development as a craft. There are dozens of reasons to join the IGDA, ranging
from personal career advancement to more lofty industry-wide goals.
What are you waiting for? Join today!
http://www.igda.org/Membership/membership.htm
Or refer a friend to win prizes:
http://www.igda.org/Membership/Referrals/referrals.htm
4.3 Contact Information
-----------------------
Contact our membership coordinator if you have questions, comments or input.
Liz Wakefield
IGDA membership coordinator
liz@igda.org
IGDA Newsletter - May 2002
==========================
===============================
0.0 A word from the Chairperson
1 Community News
1.1 New Board of Directors and Officers Announced
1.2 IGDA's E3 Plans
1.3 AI Interface Standards Committee - Call for Experts
1.4 Welcome to New Studio Affiliates and Sponsor
1.5 New Writers Special Interest Group Formed
1.6 Chapter Updates & News
1.7 Legal Column: The Dreaded "C" Words - Cross-Collateralization
2 General News
- Share Your Game Biz Wisdom
- Germany Considers Ban on Violent Games
- Women in Games: Current State of Affairs
- Games To Help People Relax
- Games as Speech
- A Flip on Games and Politics
- St. Louis Regulations on Video Games Upheld
- Weird News: Sci-Fi Tax & Brit Kids on Pokemon
- 2002 E3 Pool World Cup
- Educational Value of Games; Teaching Game Dev
- Game Reviewers With No Integrity...
- Online Addiction/Opportunities
3 Endeavors, Benefits & Services Update
3.1 Updated Member and Studio Benefits
3.2 Upcoming Events
4 Logistical Bits
4.1 Thanks to our Sponsors and Partners!
4.2 IGDA Registration
4.3 Contact Information
========================================
===============================
0.0 A word from the Chairperson
===============================
Dear IGDA Members and friends,
This is my very first newsletter intro! As the newly elected chairperson for
the IGDA board, it continues to be a true honor for me to be involved with the
Association. I would like to welcome our new board members Kathy Schoback, Greg
Zeschuk, and David Weinstein. I know this is going to be an exciting year for
the IGDA and its members!
This month we've got E3 zooming up, and I'm sure many of you are crunching for
it at this very second and will need a place to park your legs for a few minutes
at E3 itself. Well, it just so happens that for IGDA members we have a lounge
right at the show! More details below...
There are also several updates on chapter events, member discounts, and a whole
bunch of good stuff to catch up on. Read it while the new build is going up,
on the airplane, or at your own leisure!
I look forward to seeing some of you at E3!
Graeme Devine
Chairperson, IGDA
===========================================
A word from our sponsor: Intrinsic Graphics
===========================================
Intrinsic Graphics, maker of the open architecture graphics development platform
for Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo and PC platforms, provides developers and artists
a powerful, more efficient way to create games. Intrinsic Alchemy, the company's
flagship product, is a high performance DEVELOPMENT platform for delivering real-time
3D applications on game consoles, personal computers, advanced TV set-top boxes
and future generation handheld devices.
If you plan to attend E3 come and see us at booths #7221 and #7227. If you are
interested in scheduling a meeting to see our technology firsthand.
For more information, visit http://www.intrinsic.com
===========================================
================
1 Community News
================
1.1 New Board of Directors and Officers Announced
-------------------------------------------------
We are happy to announce that Kathy Schoback (Sega) and Greg Zeschuk (BioWare)
were elected by the membership to the two open board seats; and David Weinstein
(Red Storm), was appointed to the board per the terms of last year's merger agreement
with the IGDN. Returning board member Graeme Devine (id) was elected as the chairperson
by the board. Read the full press release and check out the board's bios:
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/press_050602.htm
http://www.igda.org/About/Directors/directors.htm
1.2 IGDA's E3 Plans: Rest Your Feet in the Member Lounge
--------------------------------------------------------
- Member Lounge: The IGDA will have a "member lounge" in the Kentia Foyer (the
outside lobby of Kentia Hall). All IGDA members are welcome to come rest their
feet on our comfy sofas!
- Poolside Reception: Digital Coast, a California based new media association,
is hosting an E3 reception in partnership with game industry organizations (IGDA,
AIAS, TIGA, GANG) as an opportunity to mingle with those interested in games.
The free reception is being held at the Figueroa Hotel on Tuesday, May 21st from
5-7pm. Full details online:
http://www.digitalcoast.org/new/e3reception.html
- Conference Program: Many IGDA members are speaking during the E3 conference
program, including IGDA board members Greg Zeschuk ("How to Break Into Today's
Games Industry") and Jason Della Rocca ("Games that Pushed the Envelope, Pushed
Buttons, and Set New Trends in Motion").
http://www.e3expo.com/conference_programs/full_conference_program.cfm
1.3 AI Interface Standards Committee - Call for Experts
-------------------------------------------------------
The IGDA is in the process of establishing an AI Interface Standards Committee.
Working groups will be set up to work on specific topics like interfaces for
"pathfinding", "steering", "influence mapping", "decision trees", "finite state
machines", "rule-based systems", "goal-oriented action planning", "resource handling",
and "world interfacing".
These working groups will be composed of game AI programming experts, AI tool
producers and academic AI researchers. Anyone wishing to get involved should
read the complete call for experts online:
http://www.igda.org/Committees/ai.htm
1.4 Welcome to New Studio Affiliates and Sponsor
------------------------------------------------
Let's all extend a warm welcome to our latest batch of Studio Affiliates: 3D
Realms, Vicarious Visions and Evillusion Studios, as well as our newest sponsor,
Intrinsic Graphics. We are grateful for their support!
http://www.igda.org/Membership/Studios/studios.htm
http://www.igda.org/About/Sponsors/sponsors.htm
1.5 New Writers Special Interest Group Formed
---------------------------------------------
A SIG for Writers has just been started. The Writers SIG is being led by Austin
Grossman, Looking Glass alumnus, and contributor to Deus Ex and many other noteworthy
games (System Shock!). Check out the Writers SIG main page and jump into the
ongoing discussions.
http://www.igda.org/SIGs/writers.htm
http://www.igda.org/Forums/forumdisplay.php?forumid=114
1.6 Chapter Updates & News
--------------------------
Many IGDA chapters have had meetings in the past month or so, with several providing
great summary reports:
- San Francisco talked about the evolving role of artists:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/bayarea/bayarea_summary_Apr02.htm
- The North West UK chapter had their first meeting and some related activities:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/northwestuk.htm
http://www.igda.org/Endeavors/Events/events_manchester_2002.htm
- Switzerland had a successful first meeting:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/switzerland/meeting01.html
- Costa Rica just formed a new chapter:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/costarica.htm
- New Jersey is still plugging away at their game project:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/newjersey_north/nj_summary_apr02.htm
- San Diego discussed game design:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/sandiego/sandiego_summary_Mar02.htm
- San Jose is just getting started:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/sanjose.htm
- Toronto had successful second social gathering:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/toronto/toronto_summary_april11.htm
- Israel talks about LucasArts and Palm Development
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/israel/report3.htm
- Malmo had their first meeting!:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/malmo/malmo00.htm
- Tokyo is getting back underway with new coordinators:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/tokyo.htm
Many chapters (such as Brazil, Phoenix, Montreal, San Diego, and others) will
hold meetings in the coming weeks. Check the Chapter Calendar for dates and details:
http://www.igda.org/Chapters/chapters_calendar.htm
1.7 Legal Column: The Dreaded "C" Words - Cross-Collateralization
-----------------------------------------------------------------
A new "Famous Last Words" legal column has been posted by Jim Charne: This month,
Jim explains why cross-collateralization is something developers need to watch
out for.
http://www.igda.org/Services/Legal/lastwords/lastwords.htm
==============
2 General News
==============
Share Your Game Biz Wisdom
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=369
Germany Considers Ban on Violent Games
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=368
Women in Games: Current State of Affaires
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=365
Games To Help People Relax
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=364
Games as Speech
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=362
A Flip on Games and Politics
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=361
St. Louis Regulations on Video Games Upheld
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=360
Weird News: Sci-Fi Tax & Brit Kids on Pokemon
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=358
2002 E3 Pool World Cup
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=357
Educational Value of Games; Teaching Game Dev
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=353
Game reviewers with no integrity...
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=352
Online Addiction/Opportunities
http://www.igda.org/About/Press/news_item.php?nid=356
========================================
A word from our sponsor: Alias|Wavefront
========================================
As the world's leading innovator of 2D and 3D graphics technology, Alias|Wavefront
develops software for the film and video, games, interactive media, industrial
design, and visualization markets. Games customers include Core Design, Electronic
Arts, Factor 5, LucasArts Entertainment, Nihilistic Software and Westwood Studios,
among others. Find out more at http://www.aliaswavefront.com/maya/.
========================================
=======================================
3 Endeavors, Benefits & Services Update
=======================================
3.1 Updated Member and Studio Benefits
--------------------------------------
- 20% off New Riders books
All IGDA members can now enjoy a 20% discount (in addition to any ongoing sales!)
from books purchased directly at the New Riders online store. New Riders is a
leader in books covering 3D content creation, as well as new media and web design.
See the Benefits page for further details.
http://www.igda.org/Membership/Benefits/benefits.htm#publication_discounts
- 10% off Game Institute Classes
All IGDA members are eligible for a 10% discount on tuition fees for classes
at the Game Institute. Check the member benefits page for further details.
http://www.igda.org/Membership/Benefits/benefits.htm#service_discounts
3.2 Upcoming Events
-------------------
International Workshop on Entertainment Computing
http://www.graphic.esys.tsukuba.ac.jp/iwec2002/
14-17 May, Makuhari, Japan
E3
http://www.e3expo.com/
21-24 May, Los Angeles, CA
(20% member discount)
Computer Game Technology Conference
http://www.cgt.auc.ca/
30 May - 1 June, Ontario, Canada
ACM SIGGRAPH and Eurographics Campfire
http://www.agc.fhg.de/campfire
1-4 June, Snowbird, Utah
Computer Games and Digital Cultures Conference
http://www.gamesconference.org/
6-8 June, Tampere, Finland
Contagious Creativity
http://www.nestafuturelab.org/events/events.htm
12-13 June, London, UK
HEAD GAMES: The MIT Creative Design Boot Camp
http://cms.mit.edu/games/bootcamp/
7-12 July, Cambridge, MA
SIGGRAPH
http://www.siggraph.org/s2002/
21 -26 July, San Antonio, TX
Computers and Games
http://www.cs.ualberta.ca/%7Ecg2002/
25 - 27 July, Edmonton, Canada
National Conference on Artificial Intelligence
http://www.aaai.org/Conferences/National/2002/aaai02.html
28 July - 1 August, Edmonton, Canada
=================
4 Logistical Bits
=================
4.1 Thanks to our Sponsors and Partners!
----------------------------------------
The IGDA extends its sincerest thanks to all our sponsors and partners!
Without their support, and the continued backing from the developer community,
the IGDA simply would not survive - let alone thrive.
Akin, Gump, Strauss, Hauer & Feld, LLP
Alias|Wavefront
Analog Devices
Gamasutra.com
Gama Network
GameDev.Net
Game Developer magazine
Game Developers Conference
GIGnews.com
Intrinsic Graphics
Jostick101.org
NIME:02
NXN Software
Get more info online:
http://www.igda.org/About/Sponsors/sponsors.htm
http://www.igda.org/About/Alliances/alliances.htm
4.2 IGDA Registration
---------------------
Your support is critical to the success of the IGDA, and our industry. Our membership
is made up of programmers, designers, artists, producers and many other development
professionals who see the importance of working together to advance games and
game development as a craft. There are dozens of reasons to join the IGDA, ranging
from personal career advancement to more lofty industry-wide goals.
What are you waiting for? Join today!
http://www.igda.org/Membership/membership.htm
Or refer a friend to win prizes:
http://www.igda.org/Membership/Referrals/referrals.htm
4.3 Contact Information
-----------------------
Contact our membership coordinator if you have questions, comments or input.
Liz Wakefield
IGDA membership coordinator
liz@igda.org
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