Your dissertation isn’t just a requirement—it’s your launchpad into professional excellence. In the Texts & Technology program, you’ll craft an original contribution that reshapes how we understand the intersection of humanities and technology.
Whether you’re driven by theoretical breakthroughs, historical discoveries, or groundbreaking digital projects, your dissertation adapts to your scholarly vision. From traditional research studies to cutting-edge digital installations, you’ll work with expert faculty to design a project that meets the highest academic standards while pushing disciplinary boundaries.
T&T students write dissertations on a wide variety of topics, like neuronarratives that centralize the brain or consciousness in the plot, Digital Humanities in community college libraries, and the use of Instagram in first-year composition. They also use a wide variety of methods, from critical code studies to digital archives to augmented reality language learning games.
Through this capstone experience, you’ll master the complete research lifecycle: defining compelling questions, applying sophisticated analytical frameworks, conducting comprehensive literature reviews, and presenting complex ideas with clarity and precision. You’ll emerge with demonstrated expertise in both traditional scholarship and innovative digital methodologies.
Your Dissertation Advisory Committee provides personalized guidance throughout the process, ensuring your work meets professional standards for publication and career advancement. Your dissertation journey begins with a single question that could transform your field.
Check out what our students have discovered and created in the Texts and Technology STARS archive.