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This August, the Interactive Arts and Media Department at Columbia College Chicago is hosting some of the leading female game designers and scholars in a four-day summit exploring gender and gaming. The 3G Summit brings together designers, students, seasoned academics, and youth to explore ideas of gender-inclusive gaming. From the official press release:

The 3G Summit is a rare opportunity to learn what young women want from electronic and online games, and according to organizers, is specifically designed to help change the conversation in education and in the world of technology as it provides insight into gender equity and gaming.  It also looks at how digital games delivered over mobile phones and social networking sites can be used for social awareness, civic engagement, and cultural expression.

Featured speakers include Mary Flanagan, Tracy Fullerton, Erin Robinson, Jennifer Jenson, and Susana Ruiz. The summit meets August 12-15 at Columbia College, culminating in a juried selection of a game idea pitched by area high school students which will be developed by IAM seniors.

You can join the discussion at the 3G Summit Team Blog.