Andrew Gilbert

Andrew Gilbert, PhD, is an Assistant Teaching Professor of Humanities, Game Studies, and Media at the University of Colorado, Boulder. His research bridges literary criticism, game design, and cultural analysis, notably exploring the intersection of board games like Pandemic with real-world global crises. His screenwriting has garnered recognition, including a semi-finalist placement in the Nicholl Fellowship for his script After this.

Education: PhD in Comparative Literature. Professional Work: Co-founder of Helpful Goat Gaming LLC, creator of the live-play podcast Goats and Dragons, and collaborator with actor Dominic Monaghan on Dom and Dragons. His screenplays and films have been featured at festivals such as the Beverly Hills International Film Festival and the International Film Festival of India.

Research emphasizes narrative structures in games and media, with a focus on how interactive storytelling reflects societal challenges. Awards include the Nicholl Fellowship nomination, highlighting his creative and analytical contributions.