When their high school shifted to on-line learning, Hunter High schoolers collaborated via messaging apps to create an elaborate 3-D version of their school in the videogame Minecraft. Using images from Google Earth, a dozen seniors spent many hours building a meticulous replica of their school in the game, allowing them to retain a feeling of normalcy and ultimately to still hold online versions of social events. The students are using a myriad of technological mediums to stay connected and spend virtual time together.
Hunter College’s Baker Building, located at 151 East 67th Street, between Lexington and Third avenues, is open to students, faculty, and staff daily from 9:45 am until 6 pm. All evening classes have been relocated until further notice. Read more.
Virtual Hunter High School Featured on Good Morning America
March 20, 2020