Auberle Kids Participate in DigiPen Summer Workshops

Children from Auberle were fortunate to be able to attend the DigiPen Project Fun® summer workshops hosted by DigiPen University and the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh from July 30 to August 10, 2007. The program was held at Point Park University in Downtown Pittsburgh.

The workshops are designed to provide children the opportunity to learn more about technology, computer science, and the gaming industry. Through collaboration with the Pittsburgh Technology Council and Catalyst Connection, the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh offered as many as 50 scholarships to underprivileged students throughout the area. Four Auberle students attended the workshop.

The program, developed by DigiPen University in Redmond, Washington, uses game development as a way to entice young people into exploring careers in Information Technology.

Both Auberle students successfully completed the program and were awarded a $200 stipend as a result. More importantly, the kids learned about the impact of technology on their lives, and had a great time attending the workshops.