ICAT Playdate — The Road to Global Distinction in the Arts and Design

This first ICAT playdate will feature institute executive director, Ben Knapp, discussing some of the major initiatives that ICAT is undertaking to expand the global reach and recognition of arts and design integrated research and scholarship at Virginia Tech.  ICAT's role as an NEA National Laboratory, a national leader in the role of creative process and AI, and the creator of a new international exchange program in the arts and design will be discussed.  Each of these programs contemplate the enormous changes that are happening in creativity, arts, and technology throughout the world. He will also explore the exciting new year to come and the many opportunities faculty and students have to participate locally, regionally, and nationally.