Bob Beard
History of the Future
Examining gripping cinematic visions of the future emanating from different moments in recent history.
Veterans Imagination Project
The Veterans Imagination Project (VIP) builds on traditional and proven transition services like career counseling and art therapy and infuses them with future-oriented insights to create a holistic intervention for
How To Transition From Soldier to Civilian
Bob Beard on how to make long-term plans amid the culture shock of civilian life. Slate.com
Veteran Imagination Project helps soldier dream big for next career
“You know, we’re trying to populate the desert, well you can’t do it without food,” said Curtis Merritt. Merritt is sharing his vision for the future of agriculture, one that
Program helps veterans reckon with reintegration
Veterans Imagination Project helps vets craft future narratives, find success ASU News
Helping veterans transition to civilian careers
Program Director Bob Beard and former participant Erik Villegas appear on Arizona PBS to explain more about the methods used and why thinking about the future can be a helpful tool in military to civilian transition.
Veterans Imagination Project Community Workshops
Learn new skills to navigate your transition and define your post-service success.
Imagination project helps student veterans see their future more clearly
Scott Bordow, ASU News
ASU’s Veterans Imagination Project Aims To Help Veterans Envision New Career Paths
By Steve Goldstein
We Have Always Died in the Castle
In this novella, award-winning science fiction and fantasy author Elizabeth Bear and artist Melissa Gay imagine a near future informed by visceral VR simulations to catalyze positive change.
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We Have Always Died in the Castle
Virtual reality technology is no longer confined to computer-science labs and high-tech theme parks. Today, head-mounted goggles, sensors, and haptic control systems are tools for immersive journalism, professional development, and clinical therapy. In this novella, award-winning science fiction and fantasy author Elizabeth Bear and artist Melissa Gay imagine a near future informed by visceral VR simulations to catalyze positive change.
Frankenbook
A collaborative reading experiment with Mary Shelley’s classic novel.
It’s Aliiiiiive! Celebrating The 200th Anniversary Of ‘Frankenstein’
Steve Goldstein, Sarah Ventre
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Drawn Futures: Arizona 2045
A science-based comic book for 5th through 8th grade students. Created by award-winning comics authors and advised by ASU sustainability scholar Dr. Paul Hirt, this original story envisions the near future of Arizona’s energy systems.
Drawn Futures: Arizona 2045
Drawn Futures: Arizona 2045 is a science-based comic book for 5th through 8th grade students. Created by award-winning comics authors and advised by ASU sustainability scholar Dr. Paul Hirt, this original story envisions the near future of Arizona’s energy systems.
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It’s Alive! Frankenstein’s Influence 200 Years Later
By Sarah Ventre, KJZZ 91.5 FM
Star Wars Day: May the 4th Be With You
Our communications and public engagement strategist Bob Beard visited Phoenix’s NBC affiliate, 12 News, to discuss Star Wars Day and why science fiction fandom matters. Watch now…
Teaching Bioethics With Pool Noodles
Bob Beard