Influencers in the Classroom: Exploring Degrees for Digital Content Creators

What if your college major could prepare you for a career as a social media influencer? ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the emergence of degrees tailored to the creator economy, starting with Arkansas Tech University’s new program in Digital Content Creation. From hands-on training in video production to lessons in digital ethics, these degrees are reshaping how higher education approaches the growing $250 billion influencer industry. Corey also dives into similar programs worldwide, analyzing what they mean for students, educators, and the future of work in the digital age.

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