Dr. Cheryl Seals is an assistant professor in Auburn University's Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering. She received her B.S. from Grambling State University, M.S. from North Carolina A&T State University and Ph.D. from Virginia Tech with all of her degrees in the area of Computer Science. Dr. Seals studies the area of novice programmers utilizing visual programming techniques, user interface design projects to improve interaction design, and game design & development and the dimensions games can add to computer literacy. She has a vested interested in programs that are community centered, increase diversity in technology, and targeted at helping today's youth strive for a better tomorrow. Seals continuously works with programs that provide computer interventions for students in the elementary, middle and high schools in the local area.