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Event Recap: Robotics in the Square
A few weeks ago, Tech Square ATL hosted a Robotics Day in the courtyard, showcasing the robotics innovation happening in the community. This pop-up event is part of a broader effort in showcasing the various innovations and technologies being developed in Tech Square.
The Exhibition at the Intersection of Disability, Ecology, and Queerness
The Queer Data Ecologies exhibition, which was on view at the Public Futures Lab, brought together five local researchers and artists who explored the intersection of queerness, disability, and environmental data amid ecological crises. The show foregrounded embodied experiences and alternative ecologies through speculative design, data storytelling, and site-responsive works.
Tech Square Welcomes Music Video Director and Videographer, AMD Visuals
This April, GT Creatives, Georgia Tech’s artistic club, where artfully inclined minds collaborate with one another, hosted an event at the TSQ Clubhouse, listening and learning from accomplished filmmaker Ari Mairena-Dannon also known as AMD Visuals.
Scheller Offers New Online Master’s Program
Georgia Tech’s Scheller College of Business is expanding its graduate offerings with the launch of the M.S. Major in Management Online, welcoming its first cohort in Fall 2025. Designed for working professionals and learners from diverse industries and backgrounds, the program provides a flexible pathway to develop business skills without interrupting careers.
Decoding Entrepreneurial Success
In the latest episode of Scheller Business Insights, Karthik Ramachandran, Dunn Family Professor of Operations Management at the Scheller College of Business at Georgia Tech, explores the classic question: Are entrepreneurs born or made?
Event Highlight: The Travelling Library
Every second Wednesday of the month, the lobby of the TSRB building in Tech Square transforms into a haven for book lovers and curious minds alike. The Traveling Library, a monthly community event hosted by TSQ ATL and led by Vicky Fowler, invites visitors to browse an ever-changing selection of books spanning genres and disciplines.
Cecile Zhang on Camerimage’s Reckoning: The Data Behind the 3.1% Controversy
At the center of the 3.1% controversy at Camerimage 2024, cinematographer and researcher Cecile Zhang critically examines how a viral data visualization sparked outrage over gender representation in cinematography. Through a deep dive into the numbers, Zhang questions whether the debate has been shaped by incomplete data and social media activism rather than a fuller understanding of systemic bias.
Event Highlight: Entrepreneur’s Night
ATDC’s Entrepreneur’s Night has become a cornerstone for Atlanta’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, offering young startups a chance to connect, learn, and grow. Launched in response to a strong demand for more networking opportunities, this monthly event provides a platform for startups to engage with fellow entrepreneurs, industry professionals, and established innovators.
Bridging the Digital Divide in Hawai’i
Computer science is rapidly becoming an essential skill for today’s workforce and the future. However, in Hawai‘i, integrating CS education comes with unique cultural and logistical challenges. Dr. Josiah Hester and his team at Georgia Tech’s Ka Moamoa Lab, based in the TSRB building, are developing emerging technology solutions specifically designed to support Hawaiian immersion schools, ensuring that CS education remains both accessible and culturally relevant.
Event Recap: Interactivity 2025
On February 11, 2025, Georgia Tech’s Institute for People and Technology (IPaT) and Master’s Program in Human-Computer Interaction (MS-HCI) held the Interactivity@GT event, bringing together students, faculty, and industry professionals to explore cutting-edge research and innovations in human-computer interaction.
Atlanta’s Rise as a Global Esports Capital
As one of the fastest-growing industries globally, esports has captured the attention of gamers, spectators, and investors alike. Atlanta, often called the “Silicon Valley of the South,” has established itself as an esports leader thanks to its vibrant gaming culture.
The Accelerator Empowering Business Owners in Food & Beverage
Georgia Tech is launching its inaugural Food and Beverage Accelerator (GT.FBA) program in January 2025, offering an exciting opportunity for passionate food and beverage entrepreneurs to scale their businesses. The program, which will last six months, is designed to help small food and beverage startups take their products from home kitchens to retail shelves, providing a structured pathway from idea to market.
The Standup Show Redefining Startup Culture
Robert "RED" Daniel, a seasoned figure at ATDC as the FinTech Catalyst & Program Manager, has immersed himself in the vibrant startup ecosystem for years. However, his journey into blending comedy with entrepreneurship began unexpectedly, sparked by a familiar passion reignited in an old email.
It Is Time for a New Yamacraw: Revitalizing Atlanta’s Hardware Tech Scene
Launched in 1999, Georgia's Yamacraw initiative positioned the state as a tech leader in broadband and semiconductors, ultimately leading to the creation of Tech Square as an innovation hub. Nearly 25 years later, experts like Georgia Tech's Professor Farrokh Ayazi believe a new Yamacraw-like effort is needed to revitalize Atlanta's hardware tech scene and restore its former momentum.
Priyanka Patil’s Path to the 2024 Women in Tech Awards
Priyanka Patil's passion for technology has been the driving force behind her journey to becoming a 2024 Women of the Year finalist. She believes that innovation and service go hand in hand, continuously striving to collaborate, connect, and empower women and girls pursuing careers in STEAM.