Upgrade! Boston

"Upgrade! Boston (2005-2011) was a monthly gathering of artists, curators and the public that fostered dialogue and created opportunities for collaboration within the new media community. Each meeting consisted of one or two hour-long presentations interspersed with questions and comments from the audience. Theme-based panel discussions were organized once or twice a year. The events were informal, free, and open to all. U!B was hosted by Art Interactive, Massachusetts College of Art & Design, The Center for Advanced Visual Studies (MIT), and The Media Lab (MIT). In 2006, U!B began simulcasting in Second Life, which accommodated an international audience during presentations and discussions. Founded by Jo-Anne Green for Turbulence.org in January 2005, Upgrade! Boston was a local node within the global Upgrade! International (UI!) network." -- From Turbulence