Art of Tech Speaker's Series
2023-11-08 11:00 - 14:00 UTC | MAGIC Screening Room – Building 8, Room 8106, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Holiday – Veterans Day
2023-11-10 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

The 22nd Annual Animation Show of Shows at MAGIC
2023-11-14 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | MAGIC Screening Room – Building 8, Room 8106, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
After a two-year Covid hiatus, the ANIMATION SHOW OF SHOWS returns to theaters and campuses across North America this fall. This (90 minute) 22nd edition comprises 10 films — nine recent, along with one restored classic — which deal with both the anxieties and hopes of a world faced with a seemingly endless series of existential crises. All are inventive, their tone ranges from the whimsical to the profound; their techniques, from stop-motion to hand-drawn to computer-aided.
Animation is a natural medium for dealing with abstract ideas and deeply felt concerns, and the ANIMATION SHOW OF SHOWS has always strived to scour the world for the most affecting and engaging films, says founder and curator Ron Diamond. While the recent films were conceived and some finished, before the Covid lockdowns, all but the most abstract display a concern with the ways in which we are all interconnected…or sadly alienated from our sense of human connection.This general issue appears in many forms and styles: While “Beyond Noh” cleverly shows the prevalence of masks through all cultures, and “Rain” humorously explores the dangers of groupthink, “Ties” takes the notion of connectedness from the metaphorical to the actual. The nine new films come from Europe, Asia, and North America. The program culminates with a striking restored 4K digital remaster by the Academy Film Archive of Frederic Back’s classic 1987 Oscar-winner, “The Man Who Planted Trees.” As a bonus, an exhibition of original production art from the films listed below will be presented at selected art house theaters and on college and university campuses. the ANIMATION SHOW OF SHOWS is funded by major studios, companies, schools, and hundreds of animation lovers around the world.

This year’s films are:

Beyond Noh — Patrick Smith/Kaori Ishida (U.S./Japan) – 3m55s, 1.78, color, Stop Motion Animation, No dialogue, US & Japan, 2020.
Empty Places — Geoffroy de Crecy (France) – 8m49s, 1.78, color, 3D computer animation, No dialogue, France, 2020.
Beseder (Good and Better) — Gil Alkabetz (Germany) – 4m23s, Aspect Ratio,1.77, color, 2D hand drawn animation, Hebrew (subtitled English)
Zoizoglyphe — Jeanne Apergis (France) – 7m44s, minimal color, 2D hand drawn animation, France, 2021.
Rain (Deszcz) — Piotr Milczarek (Poland) – 5m13s, 1.78, color, 2D Hand Drawn Animation, no dialogue, Poland, 2020
Average Happiness — Maja Gehrig (Switzerland) – 7m03s, 1.78, color, 2D Hand Drawn Animation, No dialogue, Switzerland, 2019
Aurora — Jo Meuris (U.S.) – 5m15s,1.77, color, 2D hand drawn animation, US, 2020.
Yes-People — Gísli Darri Halldórsson (Iceland) – 8m35s,1.77, color, 3D computer graphics animation, US, 2019.
Ties –– Dina Velikovskaya (Germany/Russia) – 7m36s, 1.85, color, Stop Motion replacement animation, Germany / Russia 2019.
The Man Who Planted Trees — Frederic Back (Canada) – 30m8s, 1.33, color, 2D Hand drawn, Canada, 1987

Holiday - Thanksgiving
2023-11-23 08:00 - 2023-11-24 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

The Extreme Weather Future
2023-11-30 11:30 - 12:30 UTC | MAGIC Screening Room – Building 8, Room 8106, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Listed by Earth Literacy & Changemaking CLC Symposium

About

Professor Rame Rampson discusses the climate crisis and the impacts of consequent extreme weather. This hybrid event takes place at Wolfson Campus in the MAGIC Screening Hall (room #8106), with the link to join the virtual session TBA.

Causes
Conservation, Environment, Environment Education, Sustainability, GSELS Criterion 17: Apply knowledge and skills to engage in behavior that fosters global sustainability.
Event Links
MDC Changemaker Hub – Event Registration
Miami Dade College Events Page
#EarthLiteracy

Town Hall - November
2023-11-30 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | MAGIC Incubator – Building 8, Room 8119, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Fall Term - Last day of classes and final exams.
2023-12-15 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Winter Recess. The College will be closed for winter recess.
2023-12-18 08:00 - 2024-01-01 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Winter Recess. The College will be closed for winter recess.
Student Services offices open Wednesday, December 27th and Thursday, December 28th from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Spring Term Begins
2024-01-03 08:00 - 08:30 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

MDC Esports - Club Rush
2024-01-10 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
Esports will have a booth set up to answer any questions about the club, sign up potential members and promote our social media and future events.

Holiday – Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2024-01-15 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

MDC Esports - Super Smash Bros Tryouts
2024-01-19 12:00 - 16:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
Students will compete for spots on MDC Esports Super Smash Bros Team. Their skills and techniques will be assessed and evaluated with Club Leads. We will determine if they are eligible to join the team.

MDC Esports - Open House/ Club Meeting
2024-01-22 12:00 - 15:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
These events are split into two. The Open House event will be for any Miami Dade college students wanting to come explore the Esports room. Students can visit for a short time to ask questions and get to know the club members. The Club meeting is right after the Open House so we can discuss and ask members if they are interested in any events in the upcoming months and answer any follow up questions or concerns.
12:00pm – 2:00pm (Open House); 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Club Meeting)

MAGIC @ nightLAB at Frost Science Museum
2024-01-25 19:00 - 22:00 UTC | Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, 1101 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
A night at the museum, exclusively for adults (21+). During nightLAB, you’ll expand your senses, engage with new sounds in the Frost Planetarium, and unleash your curiosity with hands-on science interactions. Connect with friends and get ready to enjoy science socially.
nightLAB is a quarterly event series. Each nightLAB is a unique event with its own theme, activations, and a special Frost Planetarium experience. All levels of the museum will be open for exploration.
nightLAB programming takes place on select Thursdays from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Refreshments and light snacks will be available for purchase. Access to the Frost Planetarium experience is first come, first served.
Cost: $34.95 per adult (21+). Members receive free general admission to nightLAB, and may add the Frost Planetarium experience for $15.00 per person based on membership level entitlements.
Onsite parking is available in the museum garage for $8 flat rate with validation. All cars must exit garage by 1:00 a.m. Member parking discount does not apply.

The Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex at Miami Dade College
VR Experiences, Games and Simulations
“Step into a world where reality meets innovation during the Family Fun Fest at Frost Science Museum! Immerse yourself in cutting-edge Virtual Reality (VR) experiences created by the Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex, they will redefine the way you engage with content, video games and educational learning. Join us and embark on a transformative adventure that transcends the boundaries of the physical world with “Amazonia, A Virtual Reality Experience”, “HoloMath”, “Engine Trouble”‘ and many others”

MDC ESPORTS - Switch Sports Tournament
2024-01-31 14:00 - 17:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
The Wolfson Esports Club and Intramural Sports Club have come together to create the Switch Sports Tournament. This will be a biweekly event from 2 pm – 5 pm in the Esports Lab. $3 admission for members of either club and $5 for non-members. There will be prizes for the tournament winner. This event is open to anyone and you will get the chance to win an exclusive club prize!

MAGIC @ Family Fun Festival at Frost Science Museum
2024-02-03 12:00 - 16:00 UTC | Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, 1101 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Explore, Learn, and Play!
Join us for the launch of Frost Science Museum FREE Family Fun Festival on Saturday, February 3, on the outdoor Knight Plaza of the museum campus. As part of the museum’s ongoing commitment to fostering community engagement and access to science education, the Family Fun Festival will provide an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in the wonders of science.
The vibrant outdoor Knight Plaza will come alive with interactive exhibits, live shows, and captivating entertainment, all designed to ignite curiosity and inspire a love for science.

The Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex at Miami Dade College
VR Experiences, Games and Simulations
“Step into a world where reality meets innovation during the Family Fun Fest at Frost Science Museum! Immerse yourself in cutting-edge Virtual Reality (VR) experiences created by the Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex, they will redefine the way you engage with content, video games and educational learning. Join us and embark on a transformative adventure that transcends the boundaries of the physical world with “Amazonia, A Virtual Reality Experience”, “HoloMath”, “Engine Trouble”‘ and many others”

Town Hall – February
2024-02-07 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | MAGIC Screening Room – Building 8, Room 8106, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Students currently enrolled in the MAGIC program, or a MAGIC faculty or staff member will have the chance to voice their opinions, concerns, or suggestions to improve our academic program.
This special session will be moderated by Ms. Soraya Rojas and Ms. Nicole Garay in Room 8106. We hope to see you then.

MDC ESPORTS - NACE Starleague Valorant Match - MDC VA vs NEU Team Red
2024-02-07 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
It’s time for the Spring 2024 NACE Starleague Open Premier! Come support our Valorant team! Watch the match on stream at https://www.twitch.tv/esports_mdc
Time 7 – 9 PM

MDC ESPORTS - NACE Starleague SSBU Match
2024-02-08 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
MDC SSBU vs GMU Academy S24
It’s time for the Spring 2024 NACE Starleague Open Premier! Come support our Smash team! Watch the match on stream at https://www.twitch.tv/esports_mdc
Time 7-9 PM

MDC ESPORTS - Smash Tourney
2024-02-14 11:00 - 15:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
Happy Valentine’s Day! Celebrate at Esports with a Singles Smash Tourney! Winners have a chance to win tasty prizes. This event is open to anyone. Pizza will be available for sale. More information on our Discord.
Time 11 AM -3 PM

Lynn University @ MAGIC
2024-02-14 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | MAGIC Screening Room – Building 8, Room 8106, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Join Lynn University for an opportunity to meet with the Dean and faculty from the College of Communication and Design, Cesar Santalo and Kevin Kao. You will have the opportunity to hear about the different trajectories you can complete with a bachelor’s degree at Lynn University and have your frequently asked questions answered by admission counselor, Rose Llanos, to help make the transfer admission process as seamless as possible.

College of Communication and Design – Academic Programs

Computer Animation (B.F.A.)
Film Production (B.F.A.)
Graphic Design (B.F.A.)
Visual Art and Design (B.F.A.)
Advertising and Public Relations (B.A.)

Speakers:
Dean Cesar Santalo, College of Communication and Design
Kevin Kao, Faculty
Rose Llanos, Admission Counselor
Website: https://www.lynn.edu/academics/colleges/communication-and-design

MDC ESPORTS - NACE Starleague Valorant Match
2024-02-14 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
MDC VA vs BGSU Brown
It’s time for the Spring 2024 NACE Starleague Open Premier! Come support our Valorant team! Watch the match on stream at https://www.twitch.tv/esports_mdc
Time 7-9 PM

MDC ESPORTS - NACE Starleague SSBU Match
2024-02-15 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
MDC SSBU vs Winthrop Varsity Smash
It’s time for the Spring 2024 NACE Starleague Open Premier! Come support our Smash team! Watch the match on stream at https://www.twitch.tv/esports_mdc
Time 7-9 PM

MDC ESPORTS - Esports Membership Deadline
2024-02-16 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
This is the deadline to become an Esports Club Member. Enjoy the perks of being a member, such as the use of gaming computers, a free t-shirt, and members-only events. Membership is $25, cash only. More information on our Discord.

Holiday – President's Day
2024-02-19 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

MDC ESPORTS - Switch Sports Collab Tournament - Tennis
2024-02-21 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
Anyone is welcome to come compete in this collaboration Tournament between the Intramural Sports Club and the Esports Club. Admission to the Tournament is $3 for Members of either Club and $5 for non-members. Cash only. The winner will receive a prize. More information on our Discord.
Time 1-3 PM

MDC ESPORTS - NACE Starleague Valorant Match
2024-02-21 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
MDC VA vs Gator Esports White
It’s time for the Spring 2024 NACE Starleague Open Premier! Come support our Valorant team! Watch the match on stream at https://www.twitch.tv/esports_mdc
Time 7-9 PM

MDC ESPORTS - NACE Starleague SSBU Match
2024-02-22 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
MDC SSBU vs USF Smash Green
It’s time for the Spring 2024 NACE Starleague Open Premier! Come support our Smash team! Watch the match on stream at https://www.twitch.tv/esports_mdc
Time 7-9 PM

MDC ESPORTS - Overwatch 2 Tournament
2024-02-26 12:00 - 16:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
A fun and unofficial Tournament for Overwatch 2 with the MAGIC Club. There will be food and drinks.
Time 12-4 PM

MDC ESPORTS - Switch Sports Collab Tournament - Bowling
2024-02-28 14:00 - 17:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
Anyone is welcome to come compete in this collaboration Tournament between the Intramural Sports Club and the Esports Club. Admission to the Tournament is $3 for Members of either Club and $5 for non-members. Cash only. The winner will receive a prize. More information on our Discord.
Time 2-5 PM
