Program Overview
Digital Humanities
Bachelor of Arts
About the Program
The Digital Humanities program at Jessup University equips students to pursue their calling as storytellers in a fast-changing digital landscape. By acquiring both soft and technical skills, students develop a competitive advantage, making them highly desirable in the modern job market. The program combines core elements of a traditional humanities degree with innovative skills in data analysis and artificial intelligence. While completing coursework in history and literature, students conduct original research utilizing cutting-edge tools in AI, machine learning, and data science.
Program Details
- Units: 39
- Semesters: 15 weeks
- Campus: Rocklin Campus
Concentrations
- Creative Writing: Cultivates students' craft in poetry, prose, and instructs them in the mechanics of writing and publication
- Humanities: Provides a robust offering of upper-division English, History, and Public Policy electives
- History: Designed for students interested in teaching, law, public service, or further graduate studies
Learning Outcomes
- Describe key ideas and inventions that shaped the history of thought and technology
- Write and communicate clearly and effectively in diverse contexts
- Articulate how a Gospel Worldview informs research in the Digital Humanities
- Employ tools for the analysis and visualization of data related to history and literature
- Undertake primary research in a topic of social, cultural, or historical significance, and communicate the findings effectively
Program Courses
- Core Courses (27 units):
- DHUM101 | Introduction to Digital Humanities
- DHUM280 | Writing with AI
- DCD210 | Writing for the Media
- ENGL382 | Perfect Sentence
- ENGL436 | Psychology of Storytelling
- DHUM300 | History of Ideas and their Consequences
- DHUM320 | History of Technology
- DHUM475 | Practicum/Internship/Field Experience
- DHUM498 | Digital Humanities Capstone
- Concentrations (Choose one of the following 12-unit concentrations):
- Creative Writing Concentration:
- ENGL286 | Creative Writing
- ENGL384 | Metonym
- ENGL399 | Writing and Publishing the Novel
- Creative Writing/Digital Comm, Art & Design Elective
- Humanities Concentration:
- PPOL201 | Political Theory and Philosophy or PPOL221 | Political Processes
- English Elective
- 2 History Elective
- History Concentration:
- Choose 12 units from the History Minor (see Academic Catalog for course list)
- Creative Writing Concentration:
Faculty
- Cameron Wilson, Ph.D. - Associate Professor, School of Humanities & the Arts
- Dorisa D. Costello, Ph.D. - Associate Professor, School of Humanities and the Arts
- Julius (Rex) Gurney III, Ph.D. - Professor, School of Humanities and Arts
- Richard Ravalli, Ph.D. - Associate Professor, School of Humanities & the Arts
- Domani Hintze, Ph.D. - Associate Professor, School of Humanities & the Arts
William Jessup University
Overview:
William Jessup University is a private, Christian university located in Northern California. It offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple disciplines, with a focus on integrating faith and learning. The university boasts multiple campuses in Rocklin, San Jose, and Portland, as well as an online global campus.
Services Offered:
Academic Resources:
Library, Success Coaching, Disability Support Services, Career Services, Academic Calendar, and Academic Catalog.Student Life:
Campus Ministries, Residence Life & Housing, Student Activities, Dining Services, and Veterans Services.Admissions & Aid:
Undergraduate, Graduate, Online, International, Certificates, Financial Aid, and Events.Community:
Alumni, Church, Current Students, Parents, and Student Life.Student Life and Campus Experience:
William Jessup University offers a vibrant and welcoming community for students. The university provides a range of student life activities, including campus ministries, residence life, student activities, and dining services. Students can also participate in various events and engage with the alumni network.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Faith-Based Education:
William Jessup University emphasizes the integration of faith and learning, providing students with a holistic educational experience.Multiple Locations:
The university offers multiple campuses in California and Oregon, as well as an online global campus, providing flexibility and accessibility for students.Vibrant Community:
The university fosters a strong sense of community, with opportunities for students to connect with faculty, staff, and fellow students.Exceptional Education:
William Jessup University aims to provide students with an exceptional education that prepares them for success in their chosen fields.Academic Programs:
William Jessup University offers a wide range of academic programs across various schools and institutes, including:
