Champlain College celebrates 20th anniversary of game degree program

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – It has been 20 years since Champlain College introduced its gaming degree program, the first in New England to do so.

The College has been at the forefront of what has become a multi-million dollar industry with plenty of job opportunities.

The public is invited to a celebration to see alumni games, an exhibit of 20 years of game art, and a panel discussion on Saturday at 2:15 p.m.

Ike Bendavid spoke with Jessie Gagnon, the chair of the department. about how it all came about.