Dr. Doris C. Rusch is a full professor of game design with a special focus on Transformative Play at Uppsala University, Department of Game Design. She is the author of “Making Deep Games” and numerous journal papers and book chapters. In her work, she integrates an existential approach with life coaching and creative practices and has designed numerous award winning games. Her current project harnesses the power of role play, deep game design and symbolic enactment as well as radical transformational leadership to foster a Soulful and Sustainable Academia.