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My simulation project does not require me to master medieval daub and wattle architecture. But sadly, I now know just enough to be disappointed by this first attempt. #blender3d #medievalyork #mysteryplay #keepgoing Similar:Rebound Rumble, FIRST Robotics 2012 GameIn the FIRST Robotics competition, indiv…CybercultureChoose wisely… you have the power to turn this wrap into a sandwich…
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Have you seen Apple’s “Crush” ad? It features a huge huge hydraulic press crushing musical instruments, art supplies, google-eyed toys, and other beloved artifacts of imagination and creativity. I remember seeing a video years ago that showed how a smartphone replaced a desktop full of tools like a calculator, notepad, rolodex, and so forth. But…
I’m still teaching journalism and my usual courses, but after 21 years I’ve stepped aside as faculty adviser to the Setonian. The student voice of the hill (founded in 1919) will continue to evolve. First published in 1919, The Setonian not only predates SHU’s journalism major, it also predates the majestic London planetrees that the…
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Creating textures for background buildings in a medieval theater simulation project. I can always improve this later. #blender3d Similar:Trump Fires Senior Adviser’s Son From Transition for Sharing Fake NewsTrump senior adviser’s son, who used a t…Current_EventsPics from Thursday's dress rehearsal of Shrek: The Musical. This weekend only! @stage…PersonalLaying out our anti-socialization defenses & cleaning out…
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