Tag: Athens
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WoW
In the city of Athens, 25.7% of the population is obese. That is one in every four adults. Because it is a growing epidemic, organizations like WOW! Workout Warriors are aiming to eradicate obesity and educate the community on how to eat better and live better. The WoW app is a new, useful tool for…
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Athfest App
Attending a live music experience with thousands of people and hundreds of bands can be overwhelming. Wouldn’t it be cool if there was an app that optimized your time at AthFest by connecting you with your favorite bands, your friends and local venues? Started 15 years ago, AthFest is a well-known music festival held every…
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DTAth
The app is DTAth. The place is Athens. The purpose is to explore the city in a whole new way! Our goal was to create an app that will become an integral part of downtown Athens. By including a comprehensive guide to the downtown businesses, we hope to create an app that that acts as…
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AthHalf Mobile
AthHalf Mobile is a new and innovative way to experience a half-marathon for runners and spectators alike. AthHalf, the Athens Half Marathon, is presented by AthFest, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting music and arts education in schools. It is AthFest’s 13.1 mile race touring through the city of Athens. Wouldn’t it be cool…
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TerAppin
In this project, we were asked to conceptualize, plan and execute a distinct and innovative new media product for a local business, the Terrapin Beer Company. We decided to focus on the sense of community and friendship that exists within the craft beer community. We learned that this community was very strong and tightly knit,…
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History and Haunts
The History and Haunts app is a great way to learn about the history of Athens through the Oconee Hill Cemetery, which is nationally recognized as one of the most outstanding examples of Victorian cemeteries in the nation. Through this app you can learn basic facts about the cemetery, relevant information such as the hours…
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ArchCam
Wouldn’t it be cool if there was a way to get the perfect picture with the click of a button on your smart phone by cameras set up in places you want your picture taken? What if that one click would simultaneously send the photo to your phone, your Facebook, your Twitter and (sometimes!) even…
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Listen Up Local
Athens has long been a hotbed for up-and-coming musicians. Having churned out artists such as R.E.M and the B-52s, and more recently The Whigs, the Classic City has a reputation steeped in musical excellence. But despite the city’s proud musical background, Athens has one major problem that plagues musicians throughout the city. Despite the music…
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iEvent
Wouldn’t it be cool if you could maximize your event attending experiences? Concerts, sporting events, and festivals deliver a great time to all attendees. However, problems at events are always unavoidable. What do you do when you are at and unfamiliar arena and can’t find a rest room or a food stand? What about when…