Daniel Welynn

Daniel Welynn is an Associate Professor in the College of Arts & Sciences at Dakota State University, where he contributes to programs in digital arts and design. His academic home is within the Department of Digital Content Creation, focusing on animation, visual effects, and digital media production.

Education:

• M.A., Visual Development – Academy of Art University, San Francisco, CA
• M.A., Animation/Visual Effects – Academy of Art University, San Francisco, CA
• B.A., Media Studies – Columbus College of Art & Design, Columbus, OH

His research and teaching interests center on digital storytelling, character animation, and web-based media design. He integrates industry-standard tools such as Harmony software into his curriculum, preparing students for careers in animation and interactive design. His work emphasizes both artistic expression and technical proficiency in digital environments.

Daniel Welynn holds several professional certifications, including Harmony Software training in rigging and puppet animation, and a teaching certificate in digital arts from Pima Community College. He also possesses a specialized CTE certification from the Arizona Department of Education in Industrial & Emerging Technologies, reflecting his commitment to career-oriented education.

He is actively involved in mentoring students through project-based learning and curriculum development in digital arts. While no formal list of advisees or research grants is available, his role supports experiential learning and creative production within DSU’s technology-rich academic environment.

Daniel maintains an office in the Beacom Institute of Technology and contributes to the broader mission of the College of Arts & Sciences, which emphasizes innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional readiness in technology-infused arts and sciences education.