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Don Massey

“I was always interested in video game design, but I didn’t have a structured way to get into the industry. I earned a bachelor’s degree in management technology, but by the time I got done with my degree, the IT industry was saturated. I just worked at random jobs and then started looking around for a way to get an education for the gaming industry. 

“I came to Richland to boost my GPA by taking some arts and technology classes so that I can eventually get into a master’s program. The game design program dropped right in front of me. 

“Taking Jeremy Roden’s classes was like getting taught by one of your friends — he’s really knowledgeable but also really laid-back. Class was basically just informal hands-on, one-on-one time with the teacher. We looked at games, played them and analyzed them. The small classes are also a strong point at Richland. 

“Jeremy recommended me for the job I now have at iStation, initially because 2-D art came more naturally to me than 3-D. Also, iStation's art director, Dan Kuenster, worked on many of the 1980s animated films that I grew up watching. It has turned out to be the perfect creative and professional outlet that I needed.” 

Don Massey earned an associate degree in computer software from Eastfield and a bachelor’s degree in management technology from Amberton University before starting the game design program at Richland.


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Christian Castillo

Cristian Castillo

Dallas College student Bachelor’s Degree of Applied Technology
“After being homeschooled and graduating high school with dual credit prerequisites already done, I went straight into the workforce, no intention of getting a degree. I worked in a warehouse for about a year and thought about going into welding, but I injured my back. ... At that point I decided to go for my associate degree, which I accomplished, and now I’m working to get my bachelor’s degree of applied technology in software development this fall. I love that I can do it 100% online because I also take care of my family every day.”
Computer: Programming
Mustafa Alobaidi

Mustafa Alobaidi

Senior VFX Artist
“Now that I look at it, it was the best decision I ever made. The teachers realized I had a lot of passion for it, and they taught me to understand how things work.”
Interactive Simulation and Game Technology (Game Design)
MJ Choi

MJ Choi

Accounting Student and Hopeful Future CPA
“Studying in the program has been a rewarding journey. It has made me realize what I'm capable of and has given me more self-esteem. I'm motivated to do my best when I see how passionate the faculty are about helping their students succeed.”
Mathematics (Math)
Mike Singleton

Mike Singleton

Student Assistant Interactive Simulation and Game Technology Richland
“Throughout my involvement in the program, I’ve been impressed by the level of camaraderie displayed by my classmates in their constant efforts to improve both their own skills and the program as a whole.”
Interactive Simulation and Game Technology (Game Design)
Don Massey
Don Massey
Conceptual Artist iStation
Interactive Simulation and Game Technology (Game Design)
School of Engineering, Technology, Mathematics and Sciences
Updated September 16, 2025