Deep in the intersection of digital storytelling and critical theory, Frank Schuenemann, a second-year MA student in the English and Media Studies program, is crafting an interactive Twine game that disrupts traditional ideas of player agency and narrative structure. Twine, an open-source tool for nonlinear storytelling, allows players to navigate a web of linked passages… continue reading
How can literature inspire resilience or drive social change? Two English and Media Studies MA capstone projects recently explored this question, bringing fresh perspectives to high school English curricula. Guided by Dr. Jillian Sayre, these projects tackled timely and impactful themes. One examined post-apocalyptic literature, uncovering its power to engage students in discussions about resilience… continue reading
The Master of Arts in English and Media Studies at Rutgers University-Camden offers students the chance to work with internationally recognized faculty. This program prepares them for academic careers through MFA programs and doctoral studies, as well as for professional careers in writing and publishing. In this episode of the Recording Rutgers Podcast, we feature… continue reading
