Retha Hill

Retha Hill is a Professor of Practice at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, Arizona State University. She serves as Executive Director of the New Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship Lab, where students from journalism and computer science collaborate to develop innovative media tools and products, including VR/AR apps, web applications, and social media tools. She also founded AncestoriesXR, an extended reality platform leveraging video game technology for genealogical storytelling, part of the Seed Spot Impact Accelerator.

Her expertise spans innovation in media technology, entrepreneurship, and immersive storytelling. The Lab’s work focuses on merging traditional journalism with cutting-edge tech to create impactful media solutions. Hill’s startup, AncestoriesXR, exemplifies her vision of combining narrative techniques with interactive digital platforms.

While no specific awards are listed, her status as an 'award-winning journalist' underscores her recognition in the field. She advises students on both technical innovation and entrepreneurial ventures, though specific grant details are not disclosed. Her lab and startup activities highlight a commitment to advancing media through interdisciplinary collaboration.

Retha Hill’s work bridges journalism, computer science, and entrepreneurship, positioning her at the forefront of digital media innovation.