James Hutson

Dr. James Hutson specializes in multidisciplinary research that encompasses artificial 
intelligence, neurohumanities, neurodiversity, immersive realities, and the gamification of 
education. Earning a Bachelor of Arts in Art from the University of Tulsa, a Master of Arts in Art 
History from Southern Methodist University, and a Ph.D. in Art History from the University of 
Maryland, College Park, he later acquired additional Master's degrees in Leadership and Game 
Design from Lindenwood University and additional PhD in Artificial Intelligence at Capitol 
Technology University (2023). Over the span of his academic career since 2006, Hutson has held 
various pedagogical and administrative positions across five universities, including Chair of Art 
History, Assistant Dean of Graduate and Online Programs, and most recently, Lead XR Disruptor 
and Department Head of Art History and Visual Culture.