IDS 213 - Comics, Graphic Novels, and Society

Department: Interdisciplinary Studies

Description: This course provides an interdisciplinary discussion of comics and graphic novels as culturally-embedded constructed media. Students will study texts using theories and research from a minimum of two academic disciplines (e.g., comics studies, literature, psychology, sociology). Further, students will explore ways that these texts can re-enforce, challenge, or subvert societal norms. Finally, students will discuss the relevance of comics to issues of diversity, inclusion, and social justice.

Credit Hours: 3

General Education: HUM - Humanities

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This course has no upcoming offerings. Please contact the department if you have questions about when this will be offered.