KSU CCSE Global Game Jam

Overview: 
The Global Game Jam (GGJ) is the world’s largest game creation event, where tens of thousands of participants in over 100 countries gather for a 48-hour challenge to build a playable game based on a surprise global theme. ºÚÁÏ꿉۪s College of Computing and Software Engineering (CCSE) proudly hosts an official GGJ site each January on the Marietta campus, welcoming students, alumni, and community developers. 

Why It Matters: 
This event is a celebration of innovation, teamwork, and creative problem-solving. Participants rapidly turn ideas into working games, all while collaborating across disciplines like programming, design, art, music, and narrative writing. 


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Student Information

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What students gain:

  • Real-World Project Experience – ºÚÁÏÍø coding, design, and project management skills to produce a functioning prototype
  • Portfolio-Ready Work – Create a polished demo to showcase to employers, mentors, and peers
  • Team Collaboration – Experience working in interdisciplinary teams, simulating real industry workflows
  • Professional Networking – Connect with alumni, local developers, and industry mentors
  • A Fun, Fast-Paced Learning Environment – Discover new tools, challenge yourself creatively, and celebrate games as a form of expressive computing
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What Sponsors Gain: 

  • Talent Discovery – Observe students' technical and creative strengths in a live, collaborative setting
  • Brand & Tech Visibility – Promote your company, API, SDK, platform, or development toolset to aspiring developers. Jammers are eager to experiment with new technologies—your stack could power their next project
  • Meaningful Engagement – Join as a judge, mentor, or speaker. Offer branded challenges or micro-awards that spark creativity and align with your company’s mission.

Sponsorship Opportunities Include:

  • Logo placement on event shirts, screens, and promo materials
  • Booth/table presence during kickoff or final showcase
  • Guest speaker or tech talk slot during opening
  • Swag giveaways, game design challenges, or prize donations
  • Option to highlight your APIs, engines, or libraries as part of the jam toolkit
  • Access to student portfolios and game demos post-event

If you have any questions sponsorship or are interested in supporting the Global Game Jam at ºÚÁÏÍø, contact Will McKenna.

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