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East Carolina University Board of Trustee Chair Vern Davenport speaks on stage in Wright Auditorium during virtual commencement. (ECU Photo by Cliff Hollis)
Erin McManus in motion capture suit
Junior Erin McManus, a computer science and mathematics major, was a finalist in the 2011 Computing Research Association’s Outstanding Undergraduate Researcher Award competition. McManus was honored for research she conducted on avatars (computer users’ representations of themselves in a computer game or other electronic environment) at the Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics (MPI) in Tübingen, Germany. She used MPI’s state-of-the-art facilities to design and run an experiment that looked at the effects of avatars on human performance in virtual environments. The research was in collaboration with MPI and the Learning in Virtual Environments lab in VUSE’s Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
The CRA award program recognizes undergraduate students in North American universities who show outstanding potential in an area of computing research.
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ECU Interim Chancellor Ron Mitchelson preps in the lobby of Wright Auditorium before the taping of virtual commencement. (ECU Photo by Cliff Hollis)
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While Japanese gamers have had a large selection of strategy games available for a while now (too many, actually), western N64 owners can now get their hands on the very first chess game for N64: Virtual Chess 64.
Chess games on consoles are admittedly a niche genre and will probably only interest a minority of gamers. Luckily, Titus has included a few interesting options in Virtual Chess 64 that could make the title accessible to larger audience -- if only in a limited sense. Face it, if you don't like chess, this game is not going to change your mind. Heck, if I had the choice between Banjo-Kazooie and Virtual Chess, it wouldn't take me more than five seconds to decide which game to get. But if chess is a passion of yours (or you are trying to get someone else interested in the game), Virtual Chess is an excellent choice. I will spare you the details about how to play chess. Virtual Chess 64 does a much better job at explaining the ancient strategy game. Virtual Chess offers both pure chess on a 3D board and on four alternate 2D chess boards. You can either play against the computer or against a human opponent or even compete with up to four players in several games.
The number of options available in the game should even please the most hardened chess fans:
•Select White/Black Human/Computer
•Number of games
•Beginner Mode (will show the possible moves of the selected piece on the board)
•Indicators (shows the computer's last position)
•Meditiation (determines whether the computer is allowed to think during the opponent's turn)
•Set up position (set up the board any way you like it)
•Load and Save Game (Memory Pak required)
•Suggest move
•Take back move
•Languages (English, French, Spanish)
•3D fights (on/off)
•Flash Think (shows the computer's calculation on screen)
•Music selection (four tunes), volumes
The control in Virtual Chess is either handled with the D-Pad or the analog stick. The analog control is a bit touchy and takes getting used to, but the D-Pad is as simple as can be. You move a hand around the field and pick up any figure you want to move by pressing A. Then move it and put it down with A. If the move is illegal, an audio clue will tell you so and lift the piece up.
Easily the game's best feature is the Tutorial Mode -- one of the reasons why we scored this game so highly. Rather than confusing beginning players with a lengthy manual, Titus' mascot, Titus the Fox will teach anyone chess while displaying text and moves on screen. It's ideal for children since it asks for direct involvement, like setting up the board by yourself after the computer shows the setup, moving the pieces, introducing the terminology, and so on. The tutorial also doesn't forget advanced rules, such as Castling, En Passant Capture, and Pawn's Promotion.
For more experienced players, the Tutorial Mode offers a wealth of tactics and strategy options, like different mate schemes (from Boxed Mate to Epaulette Mate), trapping, and endings. Chess buffs will appreciate the inclusion of preset classic games, ranging from Giocchino Greco's strategy (1625) to the grand-master games Lasker : Bauer, Botvinnik : Capablanca, and Spassky : Tal, as well as three Three-Queen's Sacrifices.
Which brings us to the AI (Artificial Intelligence). In one word: wicked. Virtual Chess 64 offers 12 levels of difficulty using Titus' award-winning Virtual Chess engine that won the '96 and '97 World Microcomputer Chess Championship Professional Category and the '95 Harvard Cup. Believe us, even the lower difficulties put up and incredible fight (and beat the hell out of us). For beginning players, Titus included two beginner levels (Beginner #1 and #2), where the game purposefully makes mistakes (Titus calls this Artificial Stupidity) based on the human player's game. Overall, Virtual Chess is smart and fast and won't disappoint players looking for a smart challenge. In the visual department, Virtual Chess 64 offers a variety of views, such as the typical "chess computer overhead view" in 2D (the best out of the bunch) and a classic set, but also an appealing 3D polygonal board view that can be rotated. To bring the game closer to younger players, Titus also included a fantasy themed board and a cutesy version with animals. All the graphics are in hi-res, meaning very sharp and clear visuals, but also a bit of flicker in the alternate chess boards. We recommend sticking to the two standard sets (2D or 3D).
When playing the 3D mode, players are treated to funny 3D animation scenes that (if switched on) appear whenever a chess piece is taken. For example, if the Queen takes out a knight you are treated to a fat valkyrie of a Queen flattening a horse with less than graceful disregard for animal rights. The animations are a far cry from Battle Chess, but they manage to be funny for a while and kids will probably dig them. Purists will want to skip them from the start. If you don't like to hear yourself thinking, you can select from four different "relaxing" tunes. The sound effects during the animation scenes are very cartooney and Titus the Fox even says a few sentences during the tutorial mode. It's a chess game -- what did you expect? Virtual Chess 64 is a great chess game. The AI is excellent, the options are all there, and if you don't mind the lack of variety in boards (alternate 3D boards would have been nice), it's everything a chess player could hope for. If you think playing board games on a console or the PC is a waste of time and you rather play against a human opponent, Virtual Chess is not for you. While Titus has made considerable efforts to attract a broader audience, Virtual Chess 64 won't sway the opinions of those out for action and graphic splendor. But if you are looking for a strong chess computer for a low price or you have always wanted to learn chess and are looking for a patient teacher, Virtual Chess 64 is as good as it gets.
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HAUNTED HOLLOW: an All Hallows Experience
Presented by Elite Equestrian, Seanchai Library, Tarot @ Teatime, and Virtual Community Radio
October 7 - 31 on Chestnut Hills in Second Life.
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"Once Upon a Time there was an Enchanted Hollow under the glow of the Hunter's Moon. It was there that tales gathered: tales of struggle and virtue, of light and looming darkness. They settled in as cooling breezes whirled the falling leaves, nestling between the autumnal heights and that place where the brook waters blend with the salty sea. Some thrive, some expire, and some twist themselves just a little."
Haunted Hollow features stories, music, live trick or treat, hunts, pony rides, and a region of fun to explore.
Take the rambler tours (aerial or ground based) of the Hollow, or stop by for one of the trick or treat events hosted by Elite Equestrian. Join Seanchai Library as they present hours of stories for the season, including an encore presentation of Ray Bradbury's "The Halloween Tree." Explore the caves and discover video screening spots. **Please set your environment to shared for best effects**
~ Not one, not two, but THREE treasure hunts
~ Pony rides with adorable free gifts
~ Participating in Free Bird's annual live trick or treat event
~ Presentation of author Roger Zelazny's "A Night in the Lonesome October"
~ Ray Bradbury's "The Halloween Tree"
~ Special story sessions, and "A Grimm Brothers Halloween" on the day itself
~ Two Live Tarot@Teatime episodes
~ Live Tarot Readings
~ A dedicated "Spooky Music Stream" provided by Virtual Community Radio
~ Three viewing rooms to stop and watch short features on the theme of death and transition.
~ Music events, and more!
Check out the schedule of events at the Main Landing Point, then check back often as the month of spookable doings continues.
You can also check out our Google Calendar for updated events: tinyurl.com/3p3n5pu5
Haunted Hollow is presented by:
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Seanchai Library - www.seanchailibrary.com
Virtual Community Radio - vcradio.org/
With special thanks to Dagmar Kohime for the soundscaping; Rick! Qargen for additional music; Willow Moonfire for the gypsy encampment and magick shoppe; and Sillve Resident for the witch's kitchen and boot.
Haunted Hollow opens Friday, October 8th.
The 'rat'. The design project for one of my courses was to simulate neurons firing in the brain and decoding it such that it would control the 'rat'. We lived up to our team's name and got it working; the only group that got it working that day.
Interim ECU Chancellor Ron MItchelson on stage in Wright Auditorium during the taping of the virtual commencement ceremony. (ECU Photo by Cliff Hollis)
2007 Cisco TelePresence demonstration at the inauguration of Cisco Globalisation Centre East campus in Bangalore, India.
Left to Right:
- John T. Chambers Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Cisco
- Marthin De Beer, Senior Vice President, Emerging Markets Technology Group, Cisco
- Charles Stucki, Vice President and General Manager, TelePresence Systems Business Unit, Cisco
Within the CAVE (CAVE Automated Virtual Environment), 3D immersive visuals can produce reactions similar to those people would experience in real-life situations. This lets researchers test behaviour in extreme situations in a safe context.
Virtual Enterprises International and WISE held the summit in New York from April 4-7, 2011 and was sponsored by New York Life Foundation, Deloitte, HSBC and McGraw-Hill Education. Students competition included the National Business Plan Competition (NBPC) and Global Business Challenge (GBC). The NBPC challenged Virtual Enterprise students from across the country to demonstrate their global business expertise through written business plans and oral presentations. It showcased the best practices, rewarded excellence and allowed high school students to apply sophisticated knowledge and skills attributed to business professionals and college students. 19 teams began the competition with the winner announced on the April 7th at the Trade Fair. The GBC competition tasked students to work in multinational teams to identify the challenges, opportunities and risks involved in a global business by examining a business case styd. After 2.5 hours of analysis and deliberation, teams presented their findings to a plane of judges.
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Virtual Job Candy is a job board dedicated to Virtual World Jobs and Virtual World Employers. We deal exclusively with jobs in the 3D Animation, Multimedia and Virtual World production and development space.
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Who says a classroom has to be a physical space? Virtual spaces are an innovation way to deliver education. Students can use an avatar to come to this virtual auditorium where the instructors voice can be heard as the presentation slides are viewed.
Many people are familiar with the term ‘virtual reality’ but they are unsure about the usefulness of this technology. Gaming is an obvious virtual reality applications like the virtual worlds but there are a whole host of uses for virtual reality – some of which are more challenging or unusual than others. Call us or Request us for a free demo. You can also visit our website for more information about our services.
RIO DE JANEIRO (July 26, 2013) - On this seventh day of the World Youth Day pilgrimage, the Archdiocese of Boston pilgrims in Rio attended their last English-language catechesis, this one led by Cardinal Seán O'Malley, Archbishop of Boston, followed by Mass celebrated by the Cardinal.
Later in the day the pilgrims were to participate in the Stations of the Cross with Pope Francis on Copacabana beach.
More than 160 pilgrims from the Archdiocese of Boston are traveling to World Youth Day in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, between July 20 and 29, 2013, along with millions of youth from around the world, Pope Francis, and their own Cardinal Seán P. O'Malley, OFM Cap, Archbishop of Boston.
George Martell of Pilot New Media is traveling with the pilgrims to send back photos, YouTube videos, social media updates, and even real-time streaming video so that those who can't attend in person may be virtual pilgrims. Follow the pilgrimage at www.wydrioboston.com.
(Photo credit: George Martell/Pilot New Media) Available for use under a Creative Commons Attribution-No Derivatives license.
Designed by Gunpei Yokoi, the Virtual Boy was intended to display “true 3D graphics” via a headset with two monochrome displays. The Virtual Boy’s 3D effects were not the same as later 3D capable consoles. Virtual Boy games were often essentially 2D, having players switch between a few preset “distances” from the camera rather than actually allowing full 3D control.
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Interim ECU Chancellor Ron MItchelson on stage in Wright Auditorium during the taping of the virtual commencement ceremony. (ECU Photo by Cliff Hollis)
T189 weekly alphabet challenge 2013. Week 44 V is for Virtual Image : reflections in City Hall, London
Interim ECU Chancellor Ron MItchelson on stage in Wright Auditorium during the taping of the virtual commencement ceremony. (ECU Photo by Cliff Hollis)
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