New ‘Dimensions’ video explores the high-tech art world of Viz: Texas A&M’s Hollywood animation connection

October 14, 2009

News Directors and Editors: The latest report in the “Dimensions” video news series from The Texas A&M University System is now posted online here.

This edition explores the art and science in Texas A&M University’s Department of Visualization, aka “Viz,” where College Station lays down a fast track to Hollywood.

“Dimensions” provides ongoing visual feature material on people and achievements within the A&M System. It may be downloaded and used by media as needed.

About the A&M System
The A&M System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a budget of $3.2 billion. Through a statewide network of 11 universities, seven state agencies and a comprehensive health science center, the A&M System educates more than 115,000 students and makes more than 15 million additional educational contacts through service and outreach programs each year. Externally funded research expenditures exceed more than $676 million and help drive the state’s economy.