Business, government, education, entertainment, and even organizations such as health care providers are increasingly using the World Wide Web as a vital communication and transaction tool. Informatics Web Development majors have the opportunity to learn Web development, e-commerce, work-flow, and Web-based database development. Students may seek Web development, coding, database, video and animation, and/or artistic design skills. Students may prepare for the Certified Web Design Apprentice (CWDSA) and Oracle Certified Associate certifications.
Monster.com, Sprint, Pervasive Software, Nex-Tech, City of Hays, Fort Hays State University and Payless Shoe Source.
Many of our alums have started their own Web design or retail companies including affordablesupplements.com greedyhog.com, bowledover.com, and Total Digital Studios.
"I developed multiple Web sites for clients during college. The INT program helped me learn the skills necessary to produce high-end professional quality work. I had a strong portfolio to provide potential employers."
-Jessica Brungardt '01
Webmaster
City of Hays
"Fort Hays State provided me the proper foundation from which I built upon and accelerated my career goals. I'm grateful for the shared knowledge and open class platforms which catapulted my eagerness to learn more."
-Melissa Hedges '00
Marketing Systems Manager
SolarWinds Inc.
"I am in a great job with an extremely innovative Web-based company. The Fort Hays State University Web
Development Program and its professors are directly responsible for assisting me in starting my career. I was able
to land my first professional position before I had graduated from college!"
-Dylan Bathurst '09
Web Developer, Zappos
"The FHSU Web Development program provided me with a valuable education. I was exposed to different scripting
languages, software programs, technology and theories, which made for a well-rounded education. Having
exposure to many different areas made it much easier to adapt and learn in the ever-changing area of information
systems."
-Heather Castillo '06
HPMIN Analyst/Module Coordinator Information Systems
Hays Medical Center
"The INT department curriculum doesn't just give a student a depth of knowledge in one area like Web development, internetworking, or media studies; it also gives the student a breadth of knowledge in leadership, public policy, and entrepreneurship. These are valuable skills which were integral to obtaining my current position with Consolidated Graphics."
-David Jarnagin '04
Consolidated Graphics
Web Development students enjoy small classes, the latest technology, and faculty committed to delivering an outstanding education.
