{"id":19,"date":"2024-12-16T15:27:58","date_gmt":"2024-12-16T20:27:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.golive.clarku.edu\/becker-school-of-design-and-technology\/?page_id=19"},"modified":"2026-05-05T17:01:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T21:01:19","slug":"summer-programs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/academics\/summer-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Game Studio"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-registration-now-open-for-summer-game-studio-2026\">Registration Now Open for Summer Game Studio 2026<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-reserve-your-place-today-and-take-the-first-step-toward-creating-your-own-game-this-summer\"><em>Reserve your place today and take the first step toward creating your own game this summer.<\/em><\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Clark University&#8217;s Becker School of Design &amp; Technology offers a pre-college game development program for high schoolers interested in game design and interactive media. This two-week immersive program is held in the state-of-the-art Center for Media Arts, Computing, and Design on the Clark campus, with overnights in a University residence hall. <strong>Summer Game Studio<\/strong> is your gateway to the gaming world. This hands-on experience will teach you every aspect of game design and development \u2014 concept art, coding, animation, motion capture, sound design, playtesting, and beyond \u2014 all guided by world-class faculty and industry experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During Summer Game Studio, you\u2019ll make your own original game from scratch \u2014 to play, flex your design skills, or share with professional developers. You\u2019ll get the chance to learn and interact with game designers from companies like <strong>Demiurge<\/strong>, <strong>Riot<\/strong>, <strong>Squee Play<\/strong>, <strong>WB Games<\/strong>, and <strong>Epic Games<\/strong>. Whether you\u2019re just thinking about college or already eyeing a career in game design, this is the right way to kickstart your journey.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignfull is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-25\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/campscui.active.com\/orgs\/ClarkUniversity0?orglink=camps-registration\">Register now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group section is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-stretch is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<aside class=\"wp-block-group boxout has-light-warm-gray-background-color has-background is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-12dd3699 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-game-studio-2026-july-5-18\"><strong>Game Studio <strong>2026<\/strong>: July 5 \u2013 18<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Geared toward any high school student or recent grad who wants to build on their experience and appreciation as a gamer to become a game-maker.<\/p>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<aside class=\"wp-block-group boxout has-light-warm-gray-background-color has-background is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-12dd3699 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-game-studio-next-level-2026-july-19-august-1\"><strong>Game Studio, Next Level <strong><strong>2026<\/strong><\/strong>: <\/strong><br><strong>July 19 \u2013 August 1<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed for motivated students who have completed our Game Studio <em>or<\/em> those with foundational game design knowledge who want to take their skills to the next level.<\/p>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div><div class=\"modal\">\n    <lite-youtube videoid=\"zvTDN1GO700\" playlabel=\"\" js-api>\n        <button class=\"close\"><span>\u00d7<\/span> Close<\/button>\n    <\/lite-youtube>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull section padded has-gray-100-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hear-from-past-summer-game-studio-participants\">Hear from past Summer Game Studio participants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns double-bottom-margin is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-heading-font-family\">\u201c<em>At the end of high school, I wasn\u2019t sure if game design was going to be my major and didn\u2019t feel confident about where I would go if it was my major. Summer Game Studio let me see that I love game design and helped me make that big decision.<\/em>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:0.5rem\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer abut-start\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right abut-start eyebrow\">\u2014 Skyler Barron \u201922, MFA \u201923, and a Becker School of Design &amp; Technology&nbsp;professor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-heading-font-family\">\u201c<em>Summer Game Studio prepared me to live in a social environment with lots of people and gave me a good idea of how a college class would feel.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:0.5rem\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer abut-start\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right abut-start eyebrow\">\u2014 Autumn Powers \u201927<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-heading-font-family\">\u201c<em>Getting a taste of game design before actually starting my education here gave me the confidence that I picked the right school.<\/em>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:0.5rem\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer abut-start\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right abut-start eyebrow\">\u2014 Robert Matzkin \u201926<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-stretch is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"691\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-305\" alt=\"Students collaborate on their video game during Summer Game Studio\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/becker-school-of-design-and-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Summer-Game-Studio-promo-1024x691.jpg\" style=\"object-position:62% 41%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"62% 41%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Summer-Game-Studio-promo-1024x691.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Summer-Game-Studio-promo-300x203.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Summer-Game-Studio-promo-768x518.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Summer-Game-Studio-promo-1536x1037.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Summer-Game-Studio-promo.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/clarknow.clarku.edu\/2025\/01\/23\/it-was-my-creative-outlet\/\">&#8216;It was my creative outlet&#8217;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>What makes Summer Game Studio different from other camps?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Clark University\u2019s Summer Game Studio offers the features of a traditional camp plus more. It\u2019s a pre-college design studio experience, where students collaborate, problem-solve, and create in a way that reflects real industry workflows. Students also build meaningful friendships while staying overnight in a University residence hall and dine together on campus.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Is there a set curriculum, and who teaches the program?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Summer Game Studio operates as a studio environment, meaning students learn through hands-on development, guided workshops, and mentorship rather than a rigid, one-size-fits-all curriculum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All instruction is led by Clark University Becker School of Design &amp; Technology full-time faculty, supported by teaching assistants, many of whom are Summer Game Studio alumni, bringing both academic expertise and real program experience.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Will students complete an original, playable game?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Yes! Each team develops a playable game by the end of the program, along with supporting materials such as a trailer, posters, T-shirts, pins, and a final presentation.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Is there a final event?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Yes! On the final Saturday, students present their games at a Game Expo Showcase, where family, friends, and community members can play the games and watch presentations.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Does Summer Game Studio support neurodivergent students or students who need accommodations?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Yes! Our flexible, team-based studio model naturally supports a wide range of working styles and strengths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While Summer Game Studio is not a specialized therapeutic program, we regularly work with students who benefit from accommodations. We encourage families to connect with us ahead of time so we can best support each student\u2019s experience.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Do students use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the program?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Currently, Summer Game Studio focuses on building foundational skills without reliance on AI tools. We do, however, discuss emerging technologies and their role in the industry, and continue to explore thoughtful ways to incorporate them in the future.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Will this program help with college or career readiness?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Yes! Students gain hands-on experience, build portfolio pieces, and develop teamwork and creative skills that are valuable for both college and future career pathways.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Why do parents choose Summer Game Studio for their high schooler?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Parents choose Summer Game Studio because it offers more than just a summer experience; it provides a meaningful opportunity for growth, confidence, and exploration in a structured, supportive environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A true pre-college experience<\/strong><br>Students gain insight into college-level expectations while learning from full-time University faculty.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Real skills, real outcomes<\/strong><br>Every student leaves with a playable game and portfolio-ready work they can be proud of.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A balance of structure and flexibility<\/strong><br>The studio model allows students to be challenged at their level while also receiving guidance and support.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A collaborative, confidence-building environment<\/strong><br>Students work in teams, develop communication skills, and often leave with stronger independence and a clearer sense of direction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A supportive and attentive staff<\/strong><br>We take pride in getting to know our students and working with families to ensure a positive and successful experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>At the end of the program, students walk away with a project, a deeper understanding of their interests, new friendships, and the confidence to take their next steps.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns no-gap stagger-left double-bottom-margin is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group goods abut-end has-gray-200-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-highlights\">Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1561\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/becker-school-of-design-and-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Immersive-virtual-reality.jpg\" alt=\"Student in a motion capture studio stands with hands on hips, watching a figure on the monitor doing the same.\" class=\"wp-image-284\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Immersive-virtual-reality.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Immersive-virtual-reality-288x300.jpg 288w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Immersive-virtual-reality-984x1024.jpg 984w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Immersive-virtual-reality-768x799.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Immersive-virtual-reality-1476x1536.jpg 1476w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-default\">\n<li>Fully develop an original, working game \u2013 from idea to execution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Team up for the duration of the program \u2013 building friendships and networks that will last a lifetime.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose your area of focus for a unique, personalized learning experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group goods abut-end has-white-color has-dark-warm-gray-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-50a2926edf128f406f80b0e1592b2a26 is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn from industry-leading guest speakers and mentors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Show off your game at a showcase event to faculty, family, and gaming professionals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start building your game design portfolio.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"870\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/becker-school-of-design-and-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Game-Studio-becker-1024x870.jpg\" alt=\"A student works on the Game Studio game called Unsent, created by Interactive media majors at Clark.\" class=\"wp-image-283\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Game-Studio-becker-1024x870.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Game-Studio-becker-300x255.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Game-Studio-becker-768x652.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Game-Studio-becker.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group goods abut-end has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-6021973a5c6f37191b77c9a8ac7d2f6a is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f5e2788c;min-height:42rem\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-true-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-aaaa7b5bb978d2754b8e7b67ce82c613\" id=\"h-who-s-it-for\">Who&#8217;s it for?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-true-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-89ca8366b8fc7b28db8fd94d3c455294\">The Clark University Summer Game Studio 2026 is perfect for high school students and recent high school graduates who:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmark-list has-true-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-82b83a304960cb9fc4e2c0cf34691fd5\">\n<li>Want to make the games they love to play.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can\u2019t wait to experience one of the top game design programs in the world.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are considering the Becker School of Design &amp; Technology for college.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-true-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-912102eab8c909a7093a7dfd5a810eb2\">No need for prior game design experience \u2013 just bring your passion and creative energy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group goods has-black-color has-smoke-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-b11b04021d013e348f4c126b6c3671c0 wp-container-content-69bc4bdf is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"min-height:54rem;background-image:url(&apos;https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/becker-school-of-design-and-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Summer-Game-Studio-17.jpg&apos;);background-size:cover;\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-day-in-the-life-at-the-summer-game-studio\">A Day in the Life at the Summer Game Studio<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15rem\">\n<p><strong>8 \u2013 8:30 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Breakfast<\/strong><br>Resident Advisors will accompany you to breakfast every morning. Attendance at breakfast is mandatory.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15rem\">\n<p><strong><strong>8:30 \u2013 11:30 a.m.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Morning session<\/strong><br>Dive into faculty-led classes to learn the skills and roles needed for game design.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15rem\">\n<p><strong><strong><strong>11:30 a.m. \u2013 12:30 p.m.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Refuel with lunch<\/strong><br>After a productive morning session, you\u2019ll take a much-needed lunch break. This is the perfect opportunity to relax, enjoy some good food, and get your ideas together for the upcoming afternoon session.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15rem\">\n<p><strong><strong><strong>12:30 p.m. \u2013 3:30 p.m.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Afternoon session<\/strong><br>Get to work on your game, using the same game studio format as university-level students. Fill key roles in the game-making process and develop your own game from scratch.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15rem\">\n<p><strong><strong><strong>3:30 p.m. \u2013 5:30 p.m.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Open lab\/recreation<\/strong><br>For a couple of hours before dinner, you\u2019ll have time to stick around in the lab to continue working on your game, get help from mentors, or for recreational activities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15rem\">\n<p><strong><strong><strong>5:30 p.m. \u2013 6:30 p.m.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Dinner<\/strong><br>The Bistro offers an excellent choice of food, including vegetarian and gluten-free options for those with dietary restrictions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15rem\">\n<p><strong><strong><strong>6:30 p.m. \u2013 9:30 p.m.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Open lab\/activity<\/strong><br>Keep the momentum going with more lab time or unwind in the dorms.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15rem\">\n<p><strong><strong><strong>10:00 p.m.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Lights out<\/strong><br>You are expected to be in your room by 10 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull roomy abut-end has-gray-200-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-your-experience-on-clark-s-campus\">Your experience on Clark\u2019s campus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div style=\"color:inherit\" class=\"eyebrow  has-text-align-left\">Housing<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/becker-school-of-design-and-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Wright-Hall-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Wright Hall, Clark University\" class=\"wp-image-289\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Wright-Hall-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Wright-Hall-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Wright-Hall-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Wright-Hall.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-wright-hall\">Wright Hall<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Wright Hall anchors the north side of campus and is only a minute\u2019s walk from the Center for Media Arts, Computing, and Design.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div style=\"color:inherit\" class=\"eyebrow  has-text-align-left\">Dining<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/becker-school-of-design-and-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Summer-Game-Studio-46-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Students attending the Summer Game Studio program share a meal at the Bistro, Clark University\" class=\"wp-image-287\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Summer-Game-Studio-46-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/12\/Summer-Game-Studio-46-300x200.jpg 300w, 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srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2026\/05\/Summer_Game_Studio_08_JUL_2025-7.avif 1000w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2026\/05\/Summer_Game_Studio_08_JUL_2025-7-300x200.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/design-technology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2026\/05\/Summer_Game_Studio_08_JUL_2025-7-768x512.avif 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-learn-from-industry-professionals\">Learn from industry professionals<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>All classes will be taught by our full-time faculty members \u2013 the same faculty who make our game design program #3 in the world.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns contact-area is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" 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