Digital Discovery in a Century-Old Camden Library

Posted September 10, 2024December 28, 2024 in Campus, Emerging Media | Digital Studies, News

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Tucked inside a century-old library at Rutgers-Camden, a groundbreaking program is redefining the way we think about technology and its role in shaping history and culture. At the Digital Studies Center, students dive into projects that bridge the past and future, analyzing everything from retro video games to now-obsolete social media platforms like Friendster. This dynamic environment, housed in the historic Cooper Branch Library, invites both students and visitors to explore how digital tools impact individuals, communities, and the larger world.

As highlighted in Philadelphia Magazine’s feature, “This Century-Old Library Is Now Home to a Cutting-Edge Digital Program,” the center takes an interdisciplinary approach, allowing students to combine Digital Studies with fields such as English, computer science, political science, and more. This approach not only equips students with practical skills but also challenges them to consider the ethical and societal implications of the tools they use and create.

The idea is not just for students to learn how to make digital tools, but also how to study digital technology from a historical and cultural perspective.
Jim Brown, Director of the Digital Studies Center

Discover how this historic library has been transformed into a hub for innovation and education by reading the full article in Philadelphia Magazine. It’s a compelling look at the future of digital studies in a setting steeped in history.

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