Play happens everywhere so why shouldn't learning? UME Academy infuses educational content with play or more accurately, guides play towards education by creating engaging experiences that encourage students to explore the information space they are playing in. With decades of combined experience in the digital media space the UME Academy brings an unparalleled depth of knowledge to the classroom. Our classes focus on programmatic and systemic thinking at their core. Learners are introduced to a variety of tools to customize their world. Fidelity of customization is directly correlated to the depth of inquiry engaged in by each individual. Learners meet and work with other students interested in digital media. Participants learn to collaborate and explore together