The Shirts Are IN!

May 08, 2012
Posted by jdehart

You might be excited to see our new shirts! We sure were!
So! For your viewing pleasure, we have the infamous VP posing with our limited edition GTD shirts!

Remember! These shirts will be going on sale at 9 PM sharp! Be there, or be square. (aka you might not get one)

Dom Dom

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GTD 9 Event Schedule

May 07, 2012
Posted by edgerton

If you planning to go to Geek til Dawn, be sure to plan your night accordingly! Here is a schedule of all the events we will be hosting! Anime! Games! COSTUME CONTEST!

This is your must have guide to making the most of your GTD!

Right after the Jump!

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Geek til Dawn 9

May 06, 2012
Posted by edgerton

It approaches… the biggest event CDM has to offer…

Geek til Dawn 9!

Sponsored by DeFRAG, and JMAC, Geek ‘Til Dawn keeps the CDM building open all night, and fills it with gaming, anime, and nerdery of all sorts.

We will be raffling off a PSVita with a Kopy of Mortal Kombat, as well as several other awesome prizes!

Keep in mind, while students are able to leave whenever, the CDM Building closes at 11:00 PM. After 11:00 PM, if you leave, you will not be allowed back into the building.

This event is open to all current or admitted students. Guests must be accompanied by a DePaul Student.

What: Geek ‘Til Dawn 9
When: May 11th – 12th, 8:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Where: DePaul CDM

Any questions, comments, concerns can be sent to: events@defrag.depaul.edu

CLICK READ MORE FOR THE DO’S and DON’TS of Geek Til Dawn!


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Sith Hunt

Apr 24, 2012
Posted by edgerton

A long time ago in a galaxy far far away…

Or…just on May 4th in the CDM Building…

Join us at DEFRAG as we celebrate the power of the Force with a special night of “Sith Hunt!”

A special version of “Witch Hunt” designed by DeFRAG with a Star Wars theme! Come join us! And hunt down the Sith! …or fall to the Dark Side…

 

Also 100% FREE!

 

What: Sith Hunt Night

When: Friday, May 4th, 5 – 9pm.

Where: DePaul CDM 9th floor, room 924

Cost: FREE!

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Join DeFrag Board!

Apr 16, 2012
Posted by dmathis

DeFRAG has begun preparing for next school year and we’re looking for people interested in joining board for 2012-2013.

So what does being on DeFRAG Board mean?
- Help to Design, Plan, and Run all DeFRAG events.
- Become part of a great community of Board Members, both current and former.
- Apply for SAF-B Funding for the possible opportunity to go to the 2013 Game Developers Conference.
- Leadership and Management Experience.

What does it take to be on board?
- Attend board meetings. [generally 3-4 times a quarter]
- Attend and help run DeFRAG events.
- Oversee at least one event a year.
- Be a face for the organization.

What do you need to be eligible for DeFrag Board?
- Be a DePaul student, enrolled at least half-time for the entirety of the 2012-2013 school year.
- All class levels including grad students are welcome.
- You don’t have to be a CDM student, all majors can apply.
- Don’t be shy, even if you’re new to DeFrag, we like to see members who want to be more involved.
- And finally, you should love games, whether it’s making them or playing them, and whether they’re on a console, a PC, or a table.

If DeFRAG board sounds like something you would be interested in email WITH A HEADSHOT PICTURE of YOURSELF to board@defrag.depaul.edu to express your interest.

Be sure to tell us:.
- What you would like to contribute to the organization.
- What year you’ll be during the next school year (sophomore, junior, senior, etc.)
- What kinds of games you play.
- What you’d like to see DeFrag do differently next year.

We will vote on the 2012 – 2013 DeFRAG board during Geek ’til Dawn on May 11th.

The deadline for applications is Monday, April 30th at 11:59 PM.

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DeFRAG Fighting Game Tournament

Apr 11, 2012
Posted by edgerton

Polish off your fight sticks and don your button mashing gloves.  On April 20th, the ultimate street brawl of your soul in mortal kombat will begin! It’s DePaul’s FIGHTING GAME TOURNAMENT!

Which fighting game, do you ask? Well DePaul is keeping you on your toes with a MULTI-GAME Tourney!

GAME LIST:

Battle with Soul and Sword in SOUL CALIBUR V!

Who would win in a fight: Wesker or the Hulk? Settle that in Marvel Versus Capcom 3!

A pink space alien, a giant ape, a fire breathing turtle, a 2D-Sprite and a plumber walk into a bar. It’s not a joke. It’s Super Smash Bros Brawl!

Be the king of fighters…at… King of Fighters!

MOOORRTAAAAAL KOOOOOOOOMBAAAT! Need I say more?

What: Fighting Game Tournament

When: Friday, April 20th, 5 – 9pm. SIGN UPS END AT 5:45!

Where: DePaul CDM 9th floor, room 924

Cost: $3 entrance fee for tournament play. Spectators get in free!

FREE PIZZA AND DRINKS!

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GDC DeCON 2012

Mar 27, 2012
Posted by edgerton

Games are serious business to us at DeFRAG, and it is part of our mission to help students of DePaul do their best and think like the pros when it comes to the video game industry. That is what DeCON is all about.

Our Spring DeCON is a special event you do not want to miss. Our DeFRAG Student Board is bringing everything they have learned from going to the GAME DEVELOPERS CONFERENCE in San Francisco. Our words are straight from the top professionals and biggest names in the industry! If you’re serious about getting a job in game development, you should come to this event.

 

Check back here later for more updates.

What: DeCon GDC Edition ’12

When: Friday March 30th, 5:00pm – 9:00pm

Where: DePaul’s CDM Rm. 226

Cost: Free!

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Springtime for DeFRAG

Mar 25, 2012
Posted by edgerton

Welcome back DeFRAG Members! It’s time to shed your winter coat and come out of the cave you’ve spent the winter in. It’s time for spring!

DeFRAG is going to be at its best to make sure you are thoroughly entertained until the sweet, hot, sweaty release of summer!

Here is what we have set up for this season.

March 30th: DeCON – DeFRAG has attended GDC this year, and the knowledge and professional tips we have gained we will bequeath unto you! Attend our talks and learn how to be a better game developer.

April 20th: FIGHTING GAME TOURNAMENT – Ready your button-mashing hands, it’s time to beat faces and break combos in DeFRAG’s Multi-Fighting Game Tournament! Be ready for anything!

May 4th: SITH HUNT – Your read that right! In honor of Star War’s release anniversary, we are hosting a special “Witch Hunt Night” with our very own custom rule set.

May 11th: GEEK TIL DAWN – Our signature Up-All-Night-And-Down-Energy-Drinks-While-You-Unashamedly-Nerd-The-Heck-Out (or UANADEDWYUNTHO) Party! If you can only attend ONE event this quarter, make it THIS one.

May 25th: BOARD GAME NIGHT – Finishing off the year with a chill night of INTENSE TABLE TOP ACTION. Join us for a night of dice, cards, and boards as we say farewell to spring and hello to summer.

Be sure to check back here, or check your FACEBOOK or ORG SYNC for more details as these dates approach!

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Twisted Metal Tournament

Feb 12, 2012
Posted by edgerton

Everyone’s a little twisted…

Celebrate the return of the top name in high speed, heavily armed, heavy metal action! On February 17th, join DeFrag for a night of exhaust scented carnage.  Compete to be king of the scrap pile and win prizes!

 

What: Twisted Metal Tournament

When: Friday, February 17th, 5 – 9pm. SIGN UPS END AT 5:30!

Where: DePaul CDM 9th floor, room 924

Cost: $3 entrance fee for tournament play. Spectators get in free!

FREE PIZZA AND DRINKS!
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Loop Board Game Night

Jan 31, 2012
Posted by edgerton
Electricity not necessary!
Board Game Night is an event in which students are free to come and use any one of our provided board games or bring their own for a night of dice rolling, pen and paper, and card drawing action!
This event is hosted at the Depaul Loop Campus,… Room 924 of the DePaul CDM Building. Feel free to stop in and meet friends over a game of Apples to Apples, or meet enemies over a game of Risk!
Also, 100% FREE! We will provide games, and highly encourage you bring your own!

What: Loop Board Game Night

When: Febuary 3rd, 2011, 5pm-9pm.

Where: DePaul CDM Building, Room 924

Cost: Free!

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