I sat down virtually with Dr. Lin Joyce to chat about her creative journey, discuss her narrative insights, and gather advice for writers looking to get into the games industry. Hello! First things first, please introduce yourself! Please let me know if you have any name or pronoun preferences. Hello, there! I’m Dr…. Read more »
Brief Breakdown: Pros Unique, multifaceted skill trees alleviate traditionally restrictive RPG character systems An abundance of comedic and witty dialogue with a vast assortment of interesting characters Primary, secondary and companion questlines offer a full range of satisfying roleplay options that build to meaningful resolutions for each narrative decision Idiosyncratic environmental, art, and… Read more »
For Women’s History Month, the UNT Media Library invites you into the lives of women throughout time, both real and fictional, as they strive to pave their own lanes and walk in their truth. DOCUMENTARIES Zora Neal Hurston: Jump at the Sun (Produced by Kristy Andersen) “This definitive film biography, eighteen years in… Read more »
Written By Julia Parkinson, UNT Media Library Student Staff With COVID-19 still sticking around for the fall, this Halloween is shaping up to be a holiday devoid of the usual tricks and treats of the season. Luckily, there are still plenty of ways to enjoy a spooky night spent at home! There’s nothing better for… Read more »
The Gaming Industry During COVID-19 With the unexpected rise of COVID-19 and lack of time to prepare for it, many events around the world have either been postponed or canceled, including a majority gaming events. These gaming events usually consist of new game announcements, tournaments, LAN parties, and a place where people from around the world can gather to show their love for gaming. While the timetable for the… Read more »
May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. To learn more about how these rich heritages intertwine with American history, we invite UNT patrons to check out some of the films on this list, all of which are available to stream. In Football We Trust With unprecedented access and shot over a four-year time… Read more »
A spring of social distancing has made life complicated, especially when it comes to last minute changes to plans for large events. From sports games, to concerts, to simply going to the movies, everyone has been forced to make sacrifices and postpone things they were looking forward to. We all know it’s not just about… Read more »
Kelsey Recommends: The Perks of Being a Wallflower (DVD 13616): An introvert freshman is taken under the wings of two seniors who welcome him to the real world. Kelsey Recommends: Your Name (DVD 18135): Two strangers find themselves linked in a bizarre way. As a connection forms, will distance be the only thing to… Read more »
The UNT Media Library recently purchased the full collection of films by filmmaker Barbara Hammer. She was a pioneer of her time, documenting LGBT+ history often with an autobiographical viewpoint and creating over 80 feature length and short films over the span of her lifelong career. Experimental in nature, her films often tested the limits… Read more »
May is Mental Health Awareness month. Movies, TV shows and games can be great escapes in trying times. Many are even structured to help facilitate greater mental health practices, from documentaries that foster discussions, to video games designed for therapeutic purposes. We invite everyone to check out the UNT Media Library’s resources to help improve… Read more »