Jonathan Amakawa

Jonathan Amakawa is an Associate Professor in the Communications Media Department at Fitchburg State University's School of Arts and Sciences. He teaches courses in game design, including Elements of Game Design, Games and Arts in Japan, and 3D Game Development.

• Education
  • M.Des. in Communication Planning and Information Design, Carnegie Mellon University
  • B.A. in History, Vassar College

His research focuses on using video game media, mobile devices, and augmented reality (AR) for historical and cultural heritage presentation. Current projects include the Jameson Jenkins House AR Tour for the Abraham Lincoln Home National Historic Site and the New Philadelphia AR Tour for the New Philadelphia National Historic Landmark.

He works at the intersection of technology and cultural preservation, combining interests in video game design, museum exhibit development, and digital storytelling.