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Student Engagement Tactics for Geeks, Nerds and Gamers

You might call them "nerds," "geeks," or "gamers" and they are on your campus! They are busy tackling their enemies on Xbox, Playstation, or in World of Warcraft. They may have an online community, but do they have an in-person one on your campus? According to a recent survey done at CSU Fresno, 31.9% of students identified positively with being a part of the geek culture and 45.6% looked on Geek culture positively. 

So what are you doing on your campus to reach out to the geeks on your campus?

Learn how to better meet their needs with Student Engagement Tactics for Geeks, Nerds and Gamers, a 60-minute audio online seminar on CD with award-winning presenter, Ryan McRae.

Ryan shares his experience with geeks on his campus, being one himself. He will explain how to identify and program for geeks in order to have them experience the development they need. Ryan will share current research from campus surveys as well as qualitative evidence, seeing geeks form tribes on his own campus.

Geek Culture 101

Ryan explains the history of geeks, what they are interested in, how to relate to them and create relevant programs that appeal to this underserved and, at times, marginalized population. 

Learning Outcomes

  1. Recognize that geeks have a severe need for acceptance and encouragement
  2. Identify geek interests and passions
  3. Create programs that are aimed towards their hobbies and passions
  4. Understand the overview of what geeks are involved in today
  5. Connect with geeks, learning their jargon and gaining access into their culture
  6. Create a Geek Week on your campus
  7. Identify the common myths about geeks?
  8. See why geeks may be the diversity champions you've been looking for

Who is this program for?

This beginning level seminar is great for any kind of programmer on your campus. Anyone involved in creating lasting college experiences would benefit.

Learn from the expert

Ryan McRae is a Resident Director at California State University, San Marcos and first year faculty. At the Western Association of College and University Housing Officials Conference (WACE), he won a "Top 5 Award" in 2009 and the "Best of the West" award in 2010 for "Why Every Campus Should Have a Geek Week." This year Cal Poly Pomona, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, CSU Fresno and University of North Texas held their own versions of Geek Week. He is a geek to the core of his soul; in 1991, he won the Dungeons & Dragons World Open, has an 80th level Priest on World of Warcraft, has spoken at Comic-Con with housing professionals discussing bringing geek culture to higher education, and is a Crossfit athlete. His blog can be found at reslifegeek.com.

Bonus Materials on your seminar CD:
  • Seminar CD with handouts
  • Supplemental materials
  • Complete transcript
  • Free shipping within US and Canada

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Student Engagement Tactics for Geeks, Nerds and Gamers - CD plus Transcript$229
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