HNAR-222: Graphic Fact: True Comics

A course in which we examine the application of comics language to represent facts, information, "the truth." This class 1) engages participants in a model research process and 2) develops visual and other literacies by immersing us in a medium uniquely suited to offer a meaningful view into, and connection with, other peoples' interests, histories, perspectives, and lives. Broad topics include Memoir, Autobiography, Biography; Journalism & Reportage; and Histories, Philosophies, Misc. Facts & Figures. Students will read comics/graphic novels and some theory, lead and engage in discussion of these texts, and make at least one "true comic" of their own during the term.