Tag: Team
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LaserCube
What if light could enhance an audience member’s experience? Meet LaserCube: a compact, high-powered laser projector originally built for DJs and light shows, now reimagined by a team of creative New Media Institute (NMI) students to do so much more. Their mission? To transform this niche entertainment device into a dynamic storytelling tool for live…
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Authenticate
Authenticate by SanctumIP is where creativity meets credibility. It’s an easy-to-use digital platform that lets creators confidently protect their original work. Whether it’s a novel, a poem, a script, or just a brainstorm document, Authenticate transforms every creative work into a verified version of itself, giving artists the recognition and security they deserve in a…
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Stadion
In an industry defined by tradition, Stadion Money Management is challenging what it means to be a financial partner. With the launch of Stadion Connect, a new fintech platform designed to modernize how institutions and advisors serve investors, Stadion has confidently positioned itself at the forefront of fintech innovation. But with the complex nature of…
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Rock Lobsters
The “Tank Tour” by the Athens Rock Lobsters in collaboration with current New Media Institute (NMI) students, is specifically designed to virtually transport fans into the Akins Ford Arena through the convenience of their phone, laptop or any other personal device. The interactive tour is now available on the team website, and it offers integrated…
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Love.Craft
Love.Craft Athens is a nonprofit arts program that supports adults with developmental disabilities. Our capstone project is to design an accessible, artist-centered portfolio hub on the Love.Craft Athens website (hosted on Squarespace). This new section will feature 8–10 artist profiles, highlighting each individual’s artwork, personal story, and creative voice. The ultimate goal is to amplify…
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BrandonAI
In the United States, approximately 99.9% of businesses are considered to be small businesses. With that said, the vast majority of the U.S. labor force is in connection with a small business; these businesses are of meaningful to people. These businesses are solving problems, aiding others, and shedding light on the world. Imagine having put…
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Speak Freely
Speak Freely is a bold new initiative designed to help University of Georgia students cut through the confusion surrounding free speech and freedom of expression on campus. At its core, the project is a sleek, student-friendly digital platform that makes sense of complicated policies and brings them to life through an interactive map, engaging video,…
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Impro Drywall
Impro Drywall has supported commercial and residential builders in South Florida for nearly 40 years. It was founded by Roy Ward II in the 1980s after he spent years learning the industry starting the age of 16. As a young baseball player, he always joked “I’m Pro”, hoping to play professionally one day. This personal…
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TEDxUGA 2026: Dark Mode Presenter Lineup
TEDxUGA 2026 will spotlight six outstanding presenters from among UGA faculty, staff, students, and alumni, plus one inspiring member of the Athens community, each ready to share their bright ideas. Alumni Faculty + Staff Students Community Master of Ceremonies Sometimes the brightest ideas emerge from contrast. This year, we invite you to explore what lies beyond…
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TEDxUGA at GSPA
The TEDxUGA team presented at this year’s Georgia Scholastic Press Association (GSPA) Fall Conference. The annual conference brings together middle and high school students representing broadcast programs, literary magazines, newspapers, news websites, and yearbooks for a day of learning and collaboration. In their session, TEDxUGA Licensee Megan Ward and Curator Isa Martinez shared how to craft compelling presentations, emphasizing the importance…
