Show notes
2010 Penn State graduate Ashlyn Sparrow is in one of the fastest growing industries - gaming. However, her role is a bit unique and goes beyond pure entertainment. As Assistant Director of the Weston Game Lab at the University of Chicago, Ashlyn works on developing games to create socio-cultural impact. In this episode, she dives into what that truly means, how she wants to see more Black women in the gaming industry, and more!Jump right in:(4:17) - Weston Game Lab and Ashlyn’s role(5:05) - Ashlyn’s career journey(7:13) - Games that drive an impact in the community(12:00) - Creating game-like experiences that are like sandboxes(13:22) - Favorite games(18:15) - Working with students(19:35) - Growing up as a gamer(23:49) - Being a Black woman in the gaming industry and what needs to be done to get more involved(26:50) - Work during the pandemic and social justice movements(28:17) - Viewpoint on games with violence(30:29) - The future of the gaming industry and Ashlyn’s career(34:40) - Penn State experienceLearn more about Ashlyn at AshlynSparrow.comShow off your Penn State pride with the latest apparel and gear by visiting Lions-Pride.comKeep up with all the Penn State news at Collegian.PSU.edu.Join Penn State's network connecting students and alumni at Alumni.PSU.Edu/LionLinkLion Legacy is a Baroudeur Production and is not affiliated with Penn State University. Visit us at LionLegacyPodcast.comSpecial thanks to StudioPodSF.com for their support.