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

If The Phone Rings: Answer It

Author: Jillina Harken | Emerging Media | Digital StudiesAbstract: If The Phone Rings: Answer It is a narrative exploration game set in a world where modern communication infrastructure has failed. Without mobile phones, wireless networks, or constant digital connectivity, players must rely on payphones, face-to-face interactions, and other analog forms of communication to navigate a… continue reading

Reclaiming the Narrative

Author: Angel J Perez | Emerging Media | Digital StudiesAbstract: Reclaiming the Narrative is a digital storytelling and reflective practice project that examines how marginalized individuals and communities can challenge deficit-based narratives through self-authored stories. Centering identity, voice, and ethical representation, this work uses storytelling as a tool for agency, belonging, and resistance. Through classroom… continue reading