History, Culture, & Society Through Film

Documentary filmmaking isn’t just about capturing reality—it’s about transforming how we see it. Through bold experiments in format and narrative, Robert A. Emmons Jr., Associate Teaching Professor of Filmmaking and inaugural director of the Emerging Media/Digital Studies MA and MPS programs, has spent his career challenging conventional storytelling. From exploring America’s history of violence in… continue reading

Digital Discovery in a Century-Old Camden Library

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… continue reading

Teaching, Research, & the Power of Play

From poetry slams to Arthurian board games, storytelling has always been at the heart of what matters most. As Program Director for the new Emerging Media program, Dr. Claire Stricklin brings that passion to Rutgers-Camden, where she explores how narratives emerge in both digital and analog spaces. Her research dives into the intersections of play,… continue reading

Explore Digital Storytelling & Interactive Design

Podcasting, social media, virtual reality, and data science exemplify innovative technologies that offer vast opportunities, reshaping the future of communication in our increasingly digital world. To prepare both new entrants to the workforce and those already in it, Rutgers Graduate School-Camden is offering two new degree programs: a Master of Arts (M.A.) and a Master… continue reading

Creating a Hub for Graduate Success

Step into the Graduate School House, and you’ll immediately sense the care and dedication infused by Kayla Allende. As the Administrative Assistant and a student in the Emerging Media/Digital Studies MA program, Kayla transforms the space into more than just an office—it’s a welcoming hub for students at every stage of their journey. Her dual… continue reading