The video game industry is leveling up in Arizona. The number of video gaming industry employees in the state increased by 11 percent in Arizona from 2009-2012, according to the latest report by the Entertainment Software Association. Developers say the state is ideal because of the low cost of living and it is less expensive…
The Fourth Annual Arizona SciTech Festival is promoting science and technology through March 31 with more than 800 free events planned in 45 communities. The festival is a collection of events focused on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, otherwise known as STEAM. The intent is to spark children’s interest in the sciences and educate…
This year’s Tucson Festival of Books is an event showcasing more than just books. The celebration of literacy and learning is also highlighting science. The local festival is the fourth largest of its kind in the nation, and the only one that has made science a key component of the event. Carmela Zega, a mother…
Women have been making their mark in formerly male-dominated careers over the last few years, although engineering has remained one field where they are underrepresented. A recent report from the Congressional Joint Economic Committee found that female engineers represent only about 14 percent of the engineering workforce. Goldieblox, a toy company aiming to inspire the…
