Joshua Salyers

Joshua Salyers is an Assistant Professor at the University of the Pacific, affiliated with the Department of Art, Media, Performance, and Design. He specializes in interdisciplinary digital humanities projects that merge technology with public history education.

• Education: PhD in Latin American History from the University of Arizona
• Teaching Focus: Game development, immersive design, and historical storytelling
• Research Areas: Digital humanities, virtual reality, and Mexican historical reconstruction

Salyers' work emphasizes project-based learning, where students use digital tools to explore historical narratives through serious game design and VR/AR technologies. His 15 most recent articles focus on virtual heritage applications, cultural reconstruction, and educational technology innovations.

As part of the Digital Deltas Project, he collaborates across departments to create interactive exhibits that examine the San Joaquin-Sacramento Delta region's history, blending digital pedagogy with cultural heritage preservation.