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Ken S. McAllister is a Professor in the Department of Public & Applied Humanities at the University of Arizona, where he also serves as Associate Dean for Research & Program Innovation in the College of Humanities. He co-directs the Learning Games Initiative Research Archive, focusing on game studies, digital humanities, and software preservation. His work bridges game culture, educational technology, and critical theory.
- Primary Affiliation: University of Arizona (College of Humanities, Public & Applied Humanities)
- Key Roles: Associate Dean, Professor, Co-Director
His research explores game studies, digital preservation, and the intersection of technology with education and culture. He has contributed to understanding game industry labor, software sustainability, and the pedagogical applications of games and VR, often emphasizing critical approaches to digital media.
Article trends show a focus on game preservation, critical analysis of game culture, educational applications of games/VR, and the materiality of digital technologies. He frequently examines the socio-political dimensions of gaming, including labor practices, ideological impacts, and historical contexts.
McAllister co-directs the Learning Games Initiative Research Archive, a hub for preserving and studying gaming history, software, and related artifacts. His work emphasizes community-driven approaches to digital archiving and the entrepreneurial potential of humanities scholarship.
